Classic Cherry Milkshake

Jul 23, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream and frozen pitted cherries with vanilla extract for a classic cherry flavor, topped with whipped cream.

Prep 8 min

Cook —

Total 8 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 cups (480.0 ml)vanilla ice cream
½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
½ cup (70.0 g)frozen pitted cherries
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream

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Instructions

Add whole milk to a blender, followed by the vanilla ice cream.
Add frozen pitted cherries and pure vanilla extract.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20 to 30 seconds 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 whipped cream.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use fresh or frozen cherries depending on availability. For a thicker shake, add more ice cream rather than milk.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make classic cherry milkshake?

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

Can I make classic cherry 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 and frozen pitted cherries with vanilla extract for a classic cherry flavor, topped with whipped cream.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

692 Calories / serving

34.9g Fat

81.7g Carbs

14.2g Protein

71.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~692 cal · 35g fat · 82g carbs · 14g 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 · 692 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 131 min·7.6 mi·~15350 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 94 min·4.7 mi·~9400 steps
Moderate cycling 70 min·14.0 mi
Swimming laps 97 min
Jogging 68 min·5.7 mi·~10900 steps
Stair climbing 64 min·~5750 steps
Dancing 112 min
Bodyweight circuit training 70 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 161 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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