Marble Cake Milkshake

Jun 16, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy milkshake combining vanilla ice cream and milk with a swirl of chocolate syrup to mimic the classic marble cake flavor, topped with whipped cream.

Prep 8 min

Cook —

Total 8 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

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
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)chocolate syrup
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk and 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup to a blender.
Add 2 cups vanilla ice cream and 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20 to 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 tablespoons whipped cream.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

To enhance the marble effect, drizzle some additional chocolate syrup inside the glass before pouring the milkshake.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make marble cake milkshake?

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

Can I make marble cake 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 milkshake combining vanilla ice cream and milk with a swirl of chocolate syrup to mimic the classic marble cake flavor, topped with whipped cream.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

734 Calories / serving

35.1g Fat

90.6g Carbs

14.1g Protein

78.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~734 cal · 35g fat · 91g carbs · 14g protein · 78g sugar

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

Per serving · 734 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 139 min·8.1 mi·~16250 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 99 min·5.0 mi·~9900 steps
Moderate cycling 75 min·15.0 mi
Swimming laps 103 min
Jogging 72 min·6.0 mi·~11500 steps
Stair climbing 68 min·~6100 steps
Dancing 119 min
Bodyweight circuit training 75 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 170 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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