Key Lime Cheesecake Milkshake

Sep 19, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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Key Lime Cheesecake Milkshake in a glass

A creamy key lime cheesecake milkshake blending vanilla ice cream, cream cheese, and fresh key lime juice for a tart and rich dessert drink.

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
2.0 tbsp (30.0 g)cream cheese
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
1.0 tbsp (7.0 g)graham cracker crumbs
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)fresh key lime juice

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk and 1 tablespoon fresh key lime juice to a blender, followed by 2 cups vanilla ice cream.
Add 2 tablespoons cream cheese and 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds 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 tablespoons whipped cream and 1 tablespoon graham cracker crumbs.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use fresh key lime juice for an authentic tart flavor. If key limes are unavailable, substitute with fresh lime juice but reduce to 2 teaspoons to avoid overpowering the shake.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make key lime cheesecake milkshake?

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

Can I make key lime cheesecake 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 key lime cheesecake milkshake blending vanilla ice cream, cream cheese, and fresh key lime juice for a tart and rich dessert drink.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

785 Calories / serving

45.7g Fat

78.9g Carbs

15.9g Protein

66.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~785 cal · 46g fat · 79g carbs · 16g 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 · 785 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 148 min·8.6 mi·~17300 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 106 min·5.3 mi·~10600 steps
Moderate cycling 80 min·16.0 mi
Swimming laps 110 min
Jogging 77 min·6.4 mi·~12300 steps
Stair climbing 73 min·~6550 steps
Dancing 128 min
Bodyweight circuit training 80 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 182 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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