A creamy milkshake combining vanilla ice cream, whole milk, and chilled espresso for a smooth coffee-flavored treat.
Coffee 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
- 4.0 fl oz (120.0 ml)whole milk
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
- 2.0 fl oz (60.0 ml)chilled espresso or strong coffee
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Instructions
- Add vanilla ice cream, whole milk, and 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract and chilled espresso or strong coffee to a blender.
- Blend 20–30 seconds until thick and smooth; add 1–2 tbsp whole milk if needed to reach desired consistency.
- Pour into a chilled glass and serve immediately.
Tips
- Use freshly brewed espresso chilled in the fridge for the best coffee flavor. For a less intense coffee taste, add more milk or ice cream.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make coffee milkshake?
Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make coffee 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): ~629 cal · 33g fat · 70g carbs · 13g protein · 62g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 629 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 119 min·6.9 mi·~13900 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 85 min·4.3 mi·~8500 steps
- Moderate cycling 64 min·12.8 mi
- Swimming laps 88 min
- Jogging 62 min·5.2 mi·~9900 steps
- Stair climbing 58 min·~5200 steps
- Dancing 102 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 64 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 146 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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