Indulgent Dessert Milkshake

Jun 14, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Paste Easy

A creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream with caramel and burnt sugar flavors to mimic a crème brûlée dessert, topped with whipped cream.

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
1 ½ tsp (7.5 ml)caramel sauce
½ tsp (2.5 ml)vanilla bean paste
½ tsp (2.0 g)ground burnt sugar spice or brown sugar (for subtle brûlée flavor)
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream

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Instructions

Pour 1/2 cup whole milk into a blender.
Add 2 cups vanilla ice cream, 1 1/2 teaspoons caramel sauce, 1/2 teaspoon vanilla bean paste, and 1/2 teaspoon ground burnt sugar spice or brown sugar.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds until thick and smooth. 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 milkshake into a chilled 16-ounce glass.
Top with 2 tablespoons whipped cream and serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use caramel sauce and a hint of burnt sugar or brown sugar to replicate crème brûlée flavor. Adjust thickness by adding milk or ice cream cautiously.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make indulgent dessert milkshake?

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

Can I make indulgent dessert 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 vanilla bean paste. You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.

A creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream with caramel and burnt sugar flavors to mimic a crème brûlée dessert, topped with whipped cream.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

680 Calories / serving

35.5g Fat

78.6g Carbs

13.5g Protein

69.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~680 cal · 36g fat · 79g carbs · 14g protein · 70g sugar

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

Per serving · 680 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 129 min·7.5 mi·~15100 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 92 min·4.6 mi·~9200 steps
Moderate cycling 69 min·13.8 mi
Swimming laps 95 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 158 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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