Tapioca Vanilla Milkshake

Jun 24, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy homemade milkshake featuring tapioca pudding mixed with vanilla ice cream and pure vanilla extract, topped with whipped cream.

Prep 8 min

Cook —

Total 8 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

½ cup (120.0 ml)cooked small pearl tapioca pudding
1 ½ cups (360.0 ml)vanilla ice cream
½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
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 cooked tapioca pudding to a blender.
Add 1 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream and 1/2 cup whole milk.
Add 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds until thick and smooth. Avoid overblending.
Pour into a chilled 16-ounce glass and top with 2 tbsp whipped cream.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

If you don't have tapioca pudding, prepare tapioca pearls separately and mix them into the blender with the ice cream and milk. Use whole milk for best creaminess.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make tapioca vanilla milkshake?

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

Can I make tapioca vanilla 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 homemade milkshake featuring tapioca pudding mixed with vanilla ice cream and pure vanilla extract, topped with whipped cream.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

581 Calories / serving

27.6g Fat

73.2g Carbs

11.6g Protein

60.9g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~581 cal · 28g fat · 73g carbs · 12g protein · 61g sugar

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

Per serving · 581 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 110 min·6.4 mi·~12850 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 79 min·4.0 mi·~7900 steps
Moderate cycling 59 min·11.8 mi
Swimming laps 81 min
Jogging 57 min·4.8 mi·~9100 steps
Stair climbing 54 min·~4850 steps
Dancing 94 min
Bodyweight circuit training 59 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 135 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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