White Chocolate Cranberry Milkshake

Sep 7, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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White Chocolate Cranberry Milkshake in a glass

A creamy milkshake blending vanilla ice cream, white chocolate, and cranberry for a festive flavor, topped with whipped cream and white chocolate shavings.

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
2.0 oz (57.0 g)white chocolate, chopped or white chocolate chips
3.0 tbsp (45.0 g)cranberry sauce or whole cranberry preserves
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream
1.0 tsp (5.0 g)white chocolate shavings

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Instructions

Melt the white chocolate gently in the microwave or over a double boiler, stirring until smooth. Let cool slightly.
Add the whole milk to a blender, then add the vanilla ice cream, melted white chocolate, cranberry sauce, and 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 the consistency. Add 1 tablespoon milk at a time if too thick, or 1/4 cup additional ice cream if too thin.
Pour the milkshake into a chilled 16-ounce glass.
Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with white chocolate shavings.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use cranberry preserves for a slightly sweeter and chunkier texture, or smooth cranberry sauce for a more uniform shake. White chocolate chips melt easily and can be substituted for chopped white chocolate.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make white chocolate cranberry milkshake?

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

Can I make white chocolate cranberry 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 milkshake blending vanilla ice cream, white chocolate, and cranberry for a festive flavor, topped with whipped cream and white chocolate shavings.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

798 Calories / serving

34.8g Fat

108.1g Carbs

13.6g Protein

91.2g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~798 cal · 35g fat · 108g carbs · 14g protein · 91g sugar

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

Per serving · 798 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 151 min·8.8 mi·~17650 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 108 min·5.4 mi·~10800 steps
Moderate cycling 81 min·16.2 mi
Swimming laps 112 min
Jogging 78 min·6.5 mi·~12500 steps
Stair climbing 74 min·~6650 steps
Dancing 130 min
Bodyweight circuit training 81 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 185 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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