Cranberry Orange Milkshake

Jul 14, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy milkshake with vanilla ice cream, fresh cranberry and orange flavors, blended smooth and topped with whipped cream. Perfect for winter and holiday seasons.

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 tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
¼ cup (30.0 g)fresh cranberries
¼ cup (60.0 ml)fresh orange juice

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk, 1/4 cup fresh cranberries, and 1/4 cup fresh orange juice to a blender.
Add 2 cups vanilla ice cream and 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds, just until thick and smooth. Avoid overblending to keep some cranberry texture.
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.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use fresh or thawed cranberries for best natural tartness. If fresh orange juice is unavailable, substitute with bottled 100% orange juice.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make cranberry orange milkshake?

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

Can I make cranberry orange 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 with vanilla ice cream, fresh cranberry and orange flavors, blended smooth and topped with whipped cream. Perfect for winter and holiday seasons.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

689 Calories / serving

34.9g Fat

80.3g Carbs

14.0g Protein

69.0g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~689 cal · 35g fat · 80g carbs · 14g protein · 69g sugar

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

Per serving · 689 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 130 min·7.6 mi·~15200 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 93 min·4.7 mi·~9300 steps
Moderate cycling 70 min·14.0 mi
Swimming laps 97 min
Jogging 67 min·5.6 mi·~10700 steps
Stair climbing 64 min·~5750 steps
Dancing 112 min
Bodyweight circuit training 70 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 160 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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