A creamy vanilla milkshake with real marshmallow flavor, topped with whipped cream for a classic treat. This shake blends vanilla ice cream and milk with marshmallow creme for a smooth, rich texture.
Classic Marshmallow Milkshake
Ingredients
Scales by servings. Blend or brew in batches if your blender or pot is small.
- 2.0 cups (480.0 ml)vanilla ice cream
- ½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
- 2.0 tbsp (30.0 g)marshmallow creme
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
- 2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
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Instructions
- Add 1/2 cup whole milk, 2 cups vanilla ice cream, and 2 tablespoons marshmallow creme to a blender.
- Add 1/2 teaspoon 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 consistency and 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 tablespoons whipped cream.
- Serve immediately with a wide straw and a long spoon.
Tips
- Marshmallow creme adds authentic marshmallow flavor and keeps the shake smooth. You can substitute light cream for whole milk for a richer texture.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make classic marshmallow milkshake?
Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make classic marshmallow 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.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~671 cal · 35g fat · 77g carbs · 13g protein · 67g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 671 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 127 min·7.4 mi·~14850 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 91 min·4.6 mi·~9100 steps
- Moderate cycling 68 min·13.6 mi
- Swimming laps 94 min
- Jogging 66 min·5.5 mi·~10550 steps
- Stair climbing 62 min·~5600 steps
- Dancing 109 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 68 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 156 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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