Dulce de Leche Milkshake

This dulce de leche milkshake is rich, caramelized, and silky, built around the beloved Latin American milk caramel.

Dulce de leche brings a deep, toffee-like sweetness that turns a simple shake into something luxurious.

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Total Time: 5 minutes
• Servings: 2
• Calories: 370 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 dulce de leche 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 dulce de leche
• 1 pinch sea salt (optional)

Equipment

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

Instructions

1. Add the vanilla ice cream, milk, and dulce de leche to a blender.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 20 to 30 seconds.
3. Pour into a chilled glass, drizzle with dulce de leche, and serve immediately.

Tips for the Best Dulce de Leche Milkshake

• Warm the dulce de leche slightly so it blends smoothly.
• A pinch of salt deepens the caramel flavor.
• Drizzle extra inside the glass for a pretty finish.
• 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 is dulce de leche?

A rich milk caramel made by slowly cooking sweetened milk.

Caramel instead?

Caramel works, but dulce de leche is deeper and creamier.

Dairy-free?

Use dairy-free ice cream, milk, and a plant-based dulce de leche.

Thicker?

Use more ice cream or less milk.

Conclusion

Rich, creamy, and satisfying, this dulce de leche milkshake is a treat worth making again and again.

This is the perfect homemade Dulce de Leche Milkshake. Enjoy it!

Mara Voss

Dulce de Leche Milkshake

A silky dulce de leche milkshake blended in 5 minutes.

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Total Time 5 minutes mins

Servings: 2 servings

Calories: 370

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream
• 1/2 cup milk
• 3 tbsp dulce de leche

Method

 

1. Add the vanilla ice cream, milk, and dulce de leche to a blender.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy, about 20 to 30 seconds.
3. Pour into a chilled glass, drizzle with dulce de leche, and serve immediately.

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