Shamrock Shakes

3/14/2014

Make your own version of the famous Shamrock Shake #PreppyPlanner

This time of year can cause some people to get a little crazy and slightly obsessed. They wait in anticipation for when they can be reunited with their true love as they will only have a few weeks to treasure their time together. Yes, I am talking about McDonald's Shamrock Shake. And with over 60 million shakes sold since it was first introduced in 1970, they must be doing something right.

While I have never had one of these shakes from McD's (I do not support that establishment) I do like to enjoy a seasonal themed beverage like a mint green milkshake. So for those who are like me and do not go to McDonalds, or for those who would like to enjoy the minty shake year-round, here is a great recipe on how you can make your own Shamrock Shake. Please not that this is supposedly the Ultimate Shamrock Shake Recipe from Top Secret Recipes who reverse engineers the country's favorite foods. So if it is not exactly like the original you can take up that matter with them! :) Enjoy!

Shamrock Shakes by Top Secret Recipes
Serves two

Ingredients

2 cups vanilla ice cream
1 1/4 cups low fat milk
1/4 teaspoon mint extract
8 drops food coloring

Directions

Combine all ingredients in a blender and blend on high speed until smooth. Stop blender to stir with a spoon if necessary to help blend ice cream.
Pour into two 2-ounce cups and serve each with a straw.

And if you want to make this a drunk Shamrock Shake just add 3 ounces of Jameson Irish whiskey (two shots, or 6 Tbsp.) Are you taking part in any Shamrock celebrations this year? Have a wonderful weekend!

xoxo
Megan

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