Red Velvet Cake Milkshake

Jul 13, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy milkshake featuring the flavors of red velvet cake with cream cheese and cocoa notes, blended with vanilla ice cream and milk.

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
1.0 tbsp (15.0 g)cream cheese, softened
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)red food coloring syrup
½ tsp (1.5 g)unsweetened cocoa powder
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk, 2 cups vanilla ice cream, 1 tablespoon softened cream cheese, 1 tablespoon red food coloring syrup, 1/2 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder, and 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract to a blender.
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 tablespoons whipped cream.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use softened cream cheese for easier blending and to enhance the authentic red velvet flavor. Adjust red food coloring to your preferred shade.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make red velvet cake milkshake?

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

Can I make red velvet 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 featuring the flavors of red velvet cake with cream cheese and cocoa notes, blended with vanilla ice cream and milk.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

702 Calories / serving

40.1g Fat

72.2g Carbs

14.6g Protein

63.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~702 cal · 40g fat · 72g carbs · 15g protein · 63g sugar

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

Per serving · 702 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 133 min·7.8 mi·~15550 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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