Ginger Cookie Milkshake

Jun 20, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream with ginger-spiced cookies, finished with whipped cream and ginger cookie crumbs for a warm, spicy flavor.

Prep 8 min

Cook —

Total 8 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 cups (480.0 ml)vanilla ice cream
½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
⅓ cup (35.0 g)crushed ginger cookies
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
1.0 tbsp (7.0 g)crushed ginger cookie crumbs

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk to a blender, followed by 2 cups vanilla ice cream.
Add 1/3 cup crushed ginger cookies 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.
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 and 1 tbsp crushed ginger cookie crumbs.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

For best flavor, use freshly crushed ginger cookies. If unavailable, add 1/4 tsp ground ginger to regular crushed cookies.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make ginger cookie milkshake?

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

Can I make ginger cookie 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 blending vanilla ice cream with ginger-spiced cookies, finished with whipped cream and ginger cookie crumbs for a warm, spicy flavor.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

849 Calories / serving

44.0g Fat

98.2g Carbs

15.5g Protein

77.3g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~849 cal · 44g fat · 98g carbs · 16g protein · 77g sugar

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

Per serving · 849 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 160 min·9.3 mi·~18700 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 115 min·5.8 mi·~11500 steps
Moderate cycling 86 min·17.2 mi
Swimming laps 119 min
Jogging 83 min·6.9 mi·~13300 steps
Stair climbing 78 min·~7000 steps
Dancing 138 min
Bodyweight circuit training 86 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 197 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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