Walnut Maple Milkshake

Jun 27, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

A creamy walnut and vanilla milkshake sweetened with pure maple syrup, topped with whipped cream. This milkshake features real walnuts blended in for authentic nutty flavor.

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
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)pure maple syrup
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
¼ cup (30.0 g)walnuts, chopped

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Instructions

Add 1/2 cup whole milk to a blender, followed by 2 cups vanilla ice cream and 1/4 cup chopped walnuts.
Add 1 tbsp pure maple syrup and 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 to retain some texture from the walnuts.
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

For extra walnut flavor, lightly toast the chopped walnuts before blending. Substitute almond milk to make it dairy-free, but texture will be less creamy.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make walnut maple milkshake?

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

Can I make walnut maple 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 walnut and vanilla milkshake sweetened with pure maple syrup, topped with whipped cream. This milkshake features real walnuts blended in for authentic nutty flavor.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

903 Calories / serving

54.3g Fat

90.2g Carbs

17.9g Protein

78.8g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~903 cal · 54g fat · 90g carbs · 18g protein · 79g sugar

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

Per serving · 903 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 171 min·10.0 mi·~20000 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 122 min·6.1 mi·~12200 steps
Moderate cycling 92 min·18.4 mi
Swimming laps 127 min
Jogging 88 min·7.3 mi·~14100 steps
Stair climbing 83 min·~7450 steps
Dancing 147 min
Bodyweight circuit training 92 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 210 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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