Gingerbread Cookie Milkshake

Jun 28, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy vanilla ice cream milkshake blended with real gingerbread cookie pieces and warm spices for a festive holiday treat.

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
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
⅓ cup (40.0 g)crushed gingerbread cookies
½ tsp (1.3 g)ground cinnamon
¼ tsp (0.5 g)ground ginger
⅛ tsp (0.25 g)ground cloves
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
1.0 tbsp (7.0 g)crushed gingerbread cookie crumbs

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk and 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract to a blender, followed by 2 cups vanilla ice cream.
Add 1/3 cup crushed gingerbread cookies, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground ginger, and 1/8 tsp ground cloves.
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 gingerbread cookie crumbs.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use fresh gingerbread cookies for the best flavor. If you prefer a thicker shake, freeze the crushed cookies before blending.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make gingerbread cookie milkshake?

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

Can I make gingerbread 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 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.

A creamy vanilla ice cream milkshake blended with real gingerbread cookie pieces and warm spices for a festive holiday treat.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

879 Calories / serving

45.3g Fat

102.9g Carbs

16.0g Protein

79.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~879 cal · 45g fat · 103g carbs · 16g protein · 79g sugar

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

Per serving · 879 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 166 min·9.7 mi·~19400 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 119 min·6.0 mi·~11900 steps
Moderate cycling 89 min·17.8 mi
Swimming laps 123 min
Jogging 86 min·7.2 mi·~13750 steps
Stair climbing 81 min·~7300 steps
Dancing 143 min
Bodyweight circuit training 89 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 204 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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