Donut Milkshake

This donut milkshake is sweet, doughy, and fun, blending a glazed donut right into a creamy vanilla shake.

A whole glazed donut melts into the shake for a nostalgic, fairground-style treat, ready in five minutes.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Servings: 2
• Calories: 390 per serving

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

• Ready in 5 minutes — just blend and serve
• Rich, real flavor — from quality ingredients
• Thick, creamy texture — thanks to good ice cream
• Only a few ingredients — easy to keep on hand
• Easy to customize — with dairy-free or protein twists

Background

This donut milkshake delivers great flavor and a creamy texture using simple ingredients for an easy homemade treat.

Ingredients

Makes 2 generous servings. Use the best vanilla ice cream you can find.

• 1 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 glazed donut (plus a mini one to top)
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Equipment

• High-speed blender
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Tall serving glasses
• Spoon

Instructions

1. Tear the glazed donut into pieces and add everything to a blender.
2. Blend until mostly smooth, leaving a few donut bits.
3. Pour into a chilled glass, top with a mini donut, and serve immediately.

Tips for the Best Donut Milkshake

• Use a fresh glazed donut for the best doughy flavor.
• Leave a few bits for texture.
• Rim with glaze and sprinkles for a fun look.
• Chill your glass to keep it frosty.

Variations

Make It Your Own

Add a drizzle of sauce, a handful of mix-ins, or a different ice cream base. The core method stays the same.

Dairy-Free Version

Use dairy-free ice cream and plant-based milk such as oat or almond.

Protein Version

Add one scoop of vanilla protein powder with a little extra milk.

Serving Suggestions

Cookies, wafers, or a slice of cake.

Serve in chilled tall glasses with a straw. Top with whipped cream and your favorite garnish.

Storage

Best enjoyed fresh. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours and blend again before serving.

Nutrition

Frequently Asked Questions

What donut works best?

A classic glazed donut; try chocolate or cake donuts too.

Too sweet?

Add a splash more milk to balance.

Dairy-free?

Use a dairy-free donut, ice cream, and milk.

Thicker?

Use more ice cream or less milk.

Conclusion

Rich, creamy, and satisfying, this donut milkshake is a treat worth making again and again.

This is the perfect homemade Donut Milkshake. Enjoy it!

Mara Voss

Donut Milkshake

A fun donut milkshake blended in 5 minutes.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 390

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1 glazed donut
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Method

 

1. Tear the glazed donut into pieces and add everything to a blender.
2. Blend until mostly smooth, leaving a few donut bits.
3. Pour into a chilled glass, top with a mini donut, and serve immediately.

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