A creamy chocolate milkshake blended with spicy chai concentrate and chocolate syrup, topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings for a rich and flavorful treat.
Chocolate Chai Milkshake
Ingredients
Scales by servings. Blend or brew in batches if your blender or pot is small.
- 2.0 cups (480.0 ml)chocolate ice cream
- ½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
- 1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)chocolate syrup
- 2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)chai concentrate
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
- 2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
- 1.0 tsp (5.0 g)chocolate shavings
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Instructions
- Add 1/2 cup whole milk to a blender, followed by 2 cups chocolate ice cream.
- Add 1 tbsp chocolate syrup, 2 tbsp chai concentrate, and 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract to the blender.
- Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds, just until thick and smooth. Avoid overblending.
- Check the consistency. Add 1 tablespoon of 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 tsp chocolate shavings.
- Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.
Tips
- Use a good-quality chai concentrate for balanced spice and sweetness. You can substitute almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make chocolate chai milkshake?
Plan on 8 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make chocolate chai 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 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). 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.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~708 cal · 35g fat · 85g carbs · 14g protein · 74g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 708 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 134 min·7.8 mi·~15700 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 96 min·4.8 mi·~9600 steps
- Moderate cycling 72 min·14.4 mi
- Swimming laps 99 min
- Jogging 69 min·5.8 mi·~11050 steps
- Stair climbing 65 min·~5850 steps
- Dancing 115 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 72 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 164 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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