Gingerbread Milkshake

Aug 16, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A rich and creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream with classic gingerbread spices: ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and molasses flavor notes for a festive winter 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
½ tsp (1.0 g)ground cinnamon
¼ tsp (0.5 g)ground ginger
⅛ tsp (0.25 g)ground nutmeg
½ tsp (3.0 ml)blackstrap molasses or dark molasses
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk to a blender, followed by 2 cups vanilla ice cream.
Add 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, 1/4 tsp ground ginger, 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, and 1/2 tsp molasses to the blender.
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.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use blackstrap molasses for authentic gingerbread flavor. For a thicker shake, freeze the milk for 30 minutes before blending.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make gingerbread milkshake?

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

Can I make gingerbread 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 rich and creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream with classic gingerbread spices: ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and molasses flavor notes for a festive winter treat.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

665 Calories / serving

34.9g Fat

74.8g Carbs

13.6g Protein

65.9g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~665 cal · 35g fat · 75g carbs · 14g protein · 66g sugar

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

Per serving · 665 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 126 min·7.4 mi·~14750 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 90 min·4.5 mi·~9000 steps
Moderate cycling 68 min·13.6 mi
Swimming laps 93 min
Jogging 65 min·5.4 mi·~10400 steps
Stair climbing 61 min·~5500 steps
Dancing 108 min
Bodyweight circuit training 68 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 154 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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