Walnut Banana Milkshake

Aug 10, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy banana milkshake enriched with chopped walnuts for nutty texture and flavor, blended with vanilla ice cream and milk.

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 mediumripe banana
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
¼ cup (30.0 g)chopped walnuts
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk and 2 cups vanilla ice cream to a blender.
Add 1/2 medium ripe banana, 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract, and 1/4 cup chopped walnuts.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds, just until thick and smooth. Avoid overblending to keep walnut texture.
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 toasted chopped walnuts for a richer nutty flavor and crunch. Add walnuts gradually to control texture.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make walnut banana milkshake?

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

Can I make walnut banana 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 banana milkshake enriched with chopped walnuts for nutty texture and flavor, blended with vanilla ice cream and milk.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

896 Calories / serving

54.4g Fat

88.3g Carbs

18.6g Protein

70.5g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~896 cal · 54g fat · 88g carbs · 19g protein · 71g sugar

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

Per serving · 896 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 169 min·9.9 mi·~19750 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 121 min·6.1 mi·~12100 steps
Moderate cycling 91 min·18.2 mi
Swimming laps 126 min
Jogging 88 min·7.3 mi·~14100 steps
Stair climbing 83 min·~7450 steps
Dancing 146 min
Bodyweight circuit training 91 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 208 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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