Salted Caramel Milkshake

This salted caramel milkshake is rich, buttery, and perfectly balanced between sweet caramel and a hit of sea salt.

The salt cuts the sweetness of the caramel, creating a grown-up, deeply satisfying shake in five minutes.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Servings: 2
• Calories: 360 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 salted caramel 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
• 3 tbsp caramel sauce
• 1/4 tsp sea salt (plus a pinch to top)

Equipment

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

Instructions

1. Add the vanilla ice cream, milk, caramel sauce, and sea salt to a blender.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 20 to 30 seconds.
3. Pour into a chilled glass, drizzle with caramel, sprinkle with sea salt, and serve immediately.

Tips for the Best Salted Caramel Milkshake

• Use flaky sea salt on top for bursts of savory contrast.
• Good caramel sauce makes all the difference.
• Add salt gradually taste as you go.
• Drizzle caramel inside the glass.

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

How much salt?

Start with a small pinch; you can always add more.

Homemade caramel?

Great if you have it; jarred works too.

Dairy-free?

Use dairy-free ice cream, milk, and caramel.

Thicker?

Use more ice cream or less milk.

Conclusion

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

This is the perfect homemade Salted Caramel Milkshake. Enjoy it!

Mara Voss

Salted Caramel Milkshake

A balanced salted caramel milkshake blended in 5 minutes.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 360

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream
• 1/2 cup milk
• 3 tbsp caramel sauce
• 1/4 tsp sea salt

Method

 

1. Add the vanilla ice cream, milk, caramel sauce, and sea salt to a blender.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 20 to 30 seconds.
3. Pour into a chilled glass, drizzle with caramel, sprinkle with sea salt, and serve immediately.

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