Vanilla Cake Milkshake

Aug 7, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

This vanilla cake milkshake blends vanilla ice cream with milk and pure vanilla extract, topped with whipped cream for a smooth, creamy dessert drink that evokes classic vanilla cake flavors.

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
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
¼ cup (30.0 g)vanilla cake pieces, chopped

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk to a blender, followed by 2 cups vanilla ice cream.
Add 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract and 1/4 cup chopped vanilla cake pieces.
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 any leftover vanilla sponge or pound cake to accentuate the cake flavor. For a smoother texture, soak cake pieces briefly in milk before blending.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make vanilla cake milkshake?

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

Can I make vanilla 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.

This vanilla cake milkshake blends vanilla ice cream with milk and pure vanilla extract, topped with whipped cream for a smooth, creamy dessert drink that evokes classic vanilla cake flavors.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

761 Calories / serving

39.3g Fat

87.6g Carbs

14.6g Protein

73.1g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~761 cal · 39g fat · 88g carbs · 15g protein · 73g sugar

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

Per serving · 761 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Moderate cycling 77 min·15.4 mi
Swimming laps 107 min
Jogging 75 min·6.3 mi·~12000 steps
Stair climbing 70 min·~6300 steps
Dancing 124 min
Bodyweight circuit training 77 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 177 min

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