Lemon Cheesecake Milkshake

Jun 30, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A creamy lemon cheesecake milkshake made with vanilla ice cream, cream cheese, and fresh lemon juice for a bright citrus flavor, topped with whipped cream and graham cracker crumbs.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 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 (28.0 g)cream cheese
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
1.0 tbsp (7.5 g)graham cracker crumbs
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)fresh lemon juice
½ tsp (1.0 g)lemon zest

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk and 2 cups vanilla ice cream to a blender.
Add 2 tbsp cream cheese, 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract, 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice, and 1/2 tsp lemon zest.
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 into a chilled 16-ounce glass and top with 2 tbsp whipped cream and 1 tbsp graham cracker crumbs.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use fresh lemon juice and zest for the best bright lemon flavor. If cream cheese is too firm, soften it slightly at room temperature before blending.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make lemon cheesecake milkshake?

Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make lemon 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 lemon cheesecake milkshake made with vanilla ice cream, cream cheese, and fresh lemon juice for a bright citrus flavor, topped with whipped cream and graham cracker crumbs.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

780 Calories / serving

45.1g Fat

79.3g Carbs

15.8g Protein

66.2g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~780 cal · 45g 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 · 780 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 147 min·8.6 mi·~17200 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 106 min·5.3 mi·~10600 steps
Moderate cycling 79 min·15.8 mi
Swimming laps 109 min
Jogging 76 min·6.3 mi·~12150 steps
Stair climbing 72 min·~6500 steps
Dancing 127 min
Bodyweight circuit training 79 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 181 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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