Pecan Pie Milkshake

Sep 20, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy and rich vanilla ice cream milkshake blended with toasted pecans and pure vanilla extract, topped with whipped cream and graham cracker crumbs to mimic pecan pie flavors.

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
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 (8.0 g)graham cracker crumbs or pie-crust crumbs

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Instructions

Add whole milk and vanilla ice cream to a blender.
Add toasted pecans and pure vanilla extract to the blender.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20 to 30 seconds until thick and smooth. Avoid overblending.
Check consistency and add 1 tablespoon of milk if too thick or 1/4 cup additional ice cream if too thin.
Pour milkshake into a chilled 16-ounce glass.
Top with whipped cream and sprinkle graham cracker or pie-crust crumbs on top.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and a long spoon.

Tips

Toast the pecans lightly to enhance their flavor. For a thicker shake, freeze the glass before serving.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make pecan pie milkshake?

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

Can I make pecan pie 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 and rich vanilla ice cream milkshake blended with toasted pecans and pure vanilla extract, topped with whipped cream and graham cracker crumbs to mimic pecan pie flavors.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

889 Calories / serving

57.2g Fat

80.9g Carbs

16.7g Protein

66.2g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~889 cal · 57g fat · 81g 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 · 889 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 168 min·9.8 mi·~19650 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 120 min·6.0 mi·~12000 steps
Moderate cycling 90 min·18.0 mi
Swimming laps 125 min
Jogging 87 min·7.3 mi·~13900 steps
Stair climbing 82 min·~7400 steps
Dancing 145 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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