Peppermint Cookies & Cream Milkshake

Aug 23, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

Peppermint Cookies & Cream Milkshake in a glass

A creamy peppermint milkshake with crushed cookies blended for texture, topped with whipped cream and cookie crumbs for a festive treat.

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
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
⅓ cup (40.0 g)crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
⅛ tsppeppermint extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
1.0 tbsp (7.5 g)crushed cookie crumbs

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk to a blender, followed by 2 cups vanilla ice cream.
Add 1/3 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies, 1/8 tsp peppermint extract, and 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 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 crushed cookie crumbs.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use chocolate sandwich cookies for the classic cookies and cream flavor. Chill the glass beforehand for a colder milkshake.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make peppermint cookies & cream milkshake?

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

Can I make peppermint cookies & cream 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 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). 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 peppermint milkshake with crushed cookies blended for texture, topped with whipped cream and cookie crumbs for a festive treat.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

701 Calories / serving

36.4g Fat

79.7g Carbs

13.8g Protein

69.5g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~701 cal · 36g fat · 80g carbs · 14g protein · 70g sugar

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

Per serving · 701 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 132 min·7.7 mi·~15450 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 95 min·4.8 mi·~9500 steps
Moderate cycling 71 min·14.2 mi
Swimming laps 98 min
Jogging 69 min·5.8 mi·~11050 steps
Stair climbing 65 min·~5850 steps
Dancing 114 min
Bodyweight circuit training 71 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 163 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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