A rich and creamy milkshake blending chocolate ice cream, dark chocolate syrup, and frozen cherries for a balanced fruity-chocolate flavor topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Dark Chocolate Cherry Milkshake
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A rich and creamy milkshake blending chocolate ice cream, dark chocolate syrup, and frozen cherries for a balanced fruity-chocolate flavor topped with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Prep
5 min
Cook
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Total
5 min
Servings
1
Diet
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Ingredients
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- 2.0 cups (480.0 ml)chocolate ice cream
- ½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
- 1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)dark chocolate syrup
- ½ cup (70.0 g)frozen pitted cherries
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
- 2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
- 1.0 tsp (2.0 g)dark chocolate shavings
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Instructions
- Add whole milk to a blender, followed by chocolate ice cream.
- Add dark chocolate syrup, frozen pitted cherries, and pure vanilla extract.
- Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds, just until thick and smooth. Avoid overblending.
- 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 whipped cream and dark chocolate shavings.
- Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.
Tips
- Use dark chocolate syrup instead of regular chocolate syrup for richer flavor. Freeze cherries ahead for maximum chill without watering down the shake.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make dark chocolate cherry milkshake?
Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make dark chocolate 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.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
736
Calories / serving
35.1g
Fat
92.0g
Carbs
14.5g
Protein
79.5g
Sugar
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~736 cal · 35g fat · 92g carbs · 15g protein · 80g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 736 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
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- Moderate cycling 75 min·15.0 mi
- Swimming laps 103 min
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- Stair climbing 68 min·~6100 steps
- Dancing 120 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 75 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 171 min
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