A creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream, whole milk, and pure vanilla extract with fresh mixed fruit for natural flavor and texture. Topped with whipped cream for a smooth finish.
Fruit Cream Milkshake
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A creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream, whole milk, and pure vanilla extract with fresh mixed fruit for natural flavor and texture. Topped with whipped cream for a smooth finish.
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)vanilla ice cream
- ½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
- ½ tsppure vanilla extract
- ½ cup (120.0 g)mixed fresh fruit (e.g., strawberries, bananas, orange segments)
- 2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
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Instructions
- Add whole milk, mixed fresh fruit, and vanilla ice cream to a blender.
- Add pure vanilla extract.
- Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds until smooth and creamy. 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 whipped cream.
- Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.
Tips
- Use ripe, fresh fruit for best flavor and texture. For a dairy-free version, substitute whole milk and ice cream with plant-based alternatives.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make fruit cream milkshake?
Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make fruit cream 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.
684
Calories / serving
35.1g
Fat
79.7g
Carbs
14.3g
Protein
68.4g
Sugar
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~684 cal · 35g fat · 80g carbs · 14g protein · 68g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 684 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
- Brisk walking 129 min·7.5 mi·~15100 steps
- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 93 min·4.7 mi·~9300 steps
- Moderate cycling 69 min·13.8 mi
- Swimming laps 96 min
- Jogging 67 min·5.6 mi·~10700 steps
- Stair climbing 63 min·~5650 steps
- Dancing 111 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 69 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 159 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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