Cherry Cheesecake Milkshake

Sep 9, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream, cream cheese, and fresh cherries with a hint of vanilla, topped with whipped cream and graham cracker crumbs for a cheesecake-inspired treat.

Prep 8 min

Cook —

Total 8 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 cups (480.0 ml)vanilla ice cream
½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
2.0 tbsp (30.0 g)cream cheese
½ tsppure vanilla extract
⅓ cup (50.0 g)fresh or frozen pitted cherries
2.0 tbspwhipped cream
1.0 tbsp (8.0 g)graham cracker crumbs

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk to a blender, followed by 2 cups vanilla ice cream.
Add 2 tbsp cream cheese, 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract, and 1/3 cup fresh or frozen pitted cherries.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds, just until thick and smooth. Avoid overblending.
Check consistency. Add 1 tablespoon milk at a time if too thick, or 1/4 cup additional ice cream if too thin.
Pour into a chilled 16-ounce glass and top with 2 tbsp whipped cream and 1 tbsp graham cracker crumbs.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use frozen cherries if fresh are unavailable, and thaw slightly before blending for easier processing. To enhance cherry flavor, add a teaspoon of cherry syrup or cherry jam.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make cherry cheesecake milkshake?

Plan on 8 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make cherry cheesecake milkshake ahead?

Best enjoyed right away. Freeze leftovers in ice-pop molds, or blend them again with a splash of milk.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.

A creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream, cream cheese, and fresh cherries with a hint of vanilla, topped with whipped cream and graham cracker crumbs for a cheesecake-inspired treat.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

814 Calories / serving

45.9g Fat

86.2g Carbs

16.3g Protein

72.3g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~814 cal · 46g fat · 86g carbs · 16g protein · 72g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 814 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 154 min·9.0 mi·~18000 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 110 min·5.5 mi·~11000 steps
Moderate cycling 83 min·16.6 mi
Swimming laps 114 min
Jogging 80 min·6.7 mi·~12800 steps
Stair climbing 75 min·~6750 steps
Dancing 132 min
Bodyweight circuit training 83 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 189 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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