Pecan Pie Holiday Milkshake

Jul 21, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy vanilla ice cream milkshake blended with toasted pecans and pure vanilla, topped with whipped cream and graham cracker crumbs for a pecan pie-inspired holiday treat.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 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
¼ cup (30.0 g)toasted pecans, chopped
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
1.0 tbsp (7.0 g)graham cracker or pie-crust crumbs

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk to a blender, followed by 2 cups vanilla ice cream.
Add 1/4 cup toasted pecans, chopped, and 1/2 tsp 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 tbsp whipped cream and 1 tbsp graham cracker or pie-crust crumbs.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Toast pecans lightly to enhance flavor and crunch. Use full-fat vanilla ice cream for a richer, creamier milkshake.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make pecan pie holiday milkshake?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make pecan pie holiday 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 vanilla ice cream milkshake blended with toasted pecans and pure vanilla, topped with whipped cream and graham cracker crumbs for a pecan pie-inspired holiday treat.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

885 Calories / serving

57.1g Fat

80.1g Carbs

16.6g Protein

65.9g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~885 cal · 57g fat · 80g carbs · 17g 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 · 885 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 167 min·9.7 mi·~19550 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 120 min·6.0 mi·~12000 steps
Moderate cycling 90 min·18.0 mi
Swimming laps 124 min
Jogging 87 min·7.3 mi·~13900 steps
Stair climbing 82 min·~7400 steps
Dancing 144 min
Bodyweight circuit training 90 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 206 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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