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Classic vanilla milkshake topped with whipped cream and a cherry in a chilled glass
Mara Voss

Classic Vanilla Milkshake

The perfect classic vanilla milkshake: thick, creamy, and made with just a few ingredients in 5 minutes. Every great shake starts here.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 milkshakes
Calories: 340
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups vanilla ice cream (slightly softened)
  • 3/4 cup cold whole milk
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • Whipped cream and a maraschino cherry, for topping

Method
 

  1. Let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5 minutes so it blends smoothly without extra milk.
  2. Add the ice cream, milk, vanilla extract, and salt to a blender.
  3. Blend on low for 20-30 seconds until just combined and thick; avoid over-blending, which melts the shake.
  4. Check the texture: it should slowly fall off a spoon. Add a splash of milk if too thick, or more ice cream if too thin.
  5. Pour into a chilled glass, top with whipped cream and a cherry, and serve immediately.