Tropical Shortcake Milkshake

Jun 9, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy tropical milkshake with vanilla ice cream and a hint of pineapple for a fruity shortcake flavor, topped with whipped cream.

Prep 8 min

Cook —

Total 8 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

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
¼ cup (60.0 g)fresh pineapple chunks
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk, 2 cups vanilla ice cream, and 1/4 cup fresh pineapple chunks to a blender.
Add 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.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use ripe pineapple for best sweetness and texture. If fresh pineapple isn't available, frozen pineapple chunks work well.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make tropical shortcake milkshake?

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

Can I make tropical shortcake 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 tropical milkshake with vanilla ice cream and a hint of pineapple for a fruity shortcake flavor, topped with whipped cream.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

679 Calories / serving

34.9g Fat

78.9g Carbs

13.6g Protein

68.6g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~679 cal · 35g fat · 79g carbs · 14g protein · 69g sugar

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

Per serving · 679 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 128 min·7.5 mi·~15000 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 92 min·4.6 mi·~9200 steps
Moderate cycling 69 min·13.8 mi
Swimming laps 95 min
Jogging 66 min·5.5 mi·~10550 steps
Stair climbing 63 min·~5650 steps
Dancing 110 min
Bodyweight circuit training 69 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 158 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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