Chocolate Milkshake
A rich and creamy chocolate milkshake that’s quick and easy to make at home.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 15 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 big scoops chocolate ice cream (about 2 packed cups)
- 1/2 to 3/4 cup cold whole milk
- 2 tablespoons chocolate syrup
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of fine salt
- Optional: 1 tablespoon malted milk powder
- Optional toppings: whipped cream, shaved chocolate, mini chips, sprinkles, or a cherry
Instructions
- Chill your glasses for at least 10 minutes.
- Let the ice cream sit at room temp for 3 to 5 minutes.
- Pour 1/2 cup milk into the blender. Add the chocolate syrup, cocoa, vanilla, and salt. Blend for 5 seconds to combine.
- Add the ice cream and malted milk powder if using. Pulse a few times, then blend on low just until smooth and creamy.
- Check the thickness. If too thick, add more milk. If too thin, add more ice cream and pulse again.
- Pour into the chilled glass, top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
Use a chocolate ice cream you love for the best flavor.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 600
- Sugar: 70g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 30g
- Saturated Fat: 15g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 80g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 100mg
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