Salted Caramel Milkshake

Jun 22, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A creamy milkshake made with vanilla ice cream, whole milk, and salted caramel syrup for a balanced sweet and salty flavor. Served cold for a refreshing 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
4.0 fl oz (120.0 ml)whole milk
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 oz (30.0 ml)salted caramel syrup

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Instructions

Add vanilla ice cream, whole milk, and 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract, and salted caramel syrup to a blender.
Blend for 20 to 30 seconds until thick and smooth; add 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk only if needed to adjust consistency.
Pour the milkshake into a chilled glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use high-quality salted caramel syrup for best flavor. To make it thicker, use less milk or add more ice cream.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make salted caramel milkshake?

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

Can I make salted caramel 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 milkshake made with vanilla ice cream, whole milk, and salted caramel syrup for a balanced sweet and salty flavor. Served cold for a refreshing treat.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

721 Calories / serving

33.1g Fat

93.7g Carbs

13.2g Protein

86.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~721 cal · 33g fat · 94g carbs · 13g protein · 86g sugar

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

Per serving · 721 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 136 min·7.9 mi·~15900 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 98 min·4.9 mi·~9800 steps
Moderate cycling 73 min·14.6 mi
Swimming laps 101 min
Jogging 71 min·5.9 mi·~11350 steps
Stair climbing 67 min·~6050 steps
Dancing 117 min
Bodyweight circuit training 73 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 167 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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