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Creamy Mint Oreo Shamrock Shake

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This Creamy Mint Oreo Shamrock Shake is a quick, easy, and nostalgic treat featuring vanilla ice cream, mint extract, and crushed Oreos, perfect for St. Patrick’s Day or any sweet celebration. It’s thick, creamy, and loaded with cookie bits, topped with homemade whipped cream and festive garnishes.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups vanilla ice cream (about 1.5 pints), slightly softened
  • 1 cup whole milk (or 2% or oat milk)
  • 1/2 teaspoon mint extract (not peppermint)
  • 2–4 drops green food coloring (optional)
  • 6–8 Oreo cookies, crushed (plus extra for garnish)
  • 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, very cold
  • 1 tablespoon powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Extra Oreo crumbs (for garnish, optional)
  • Maraschino cherries (for garnish, optional)
  • Festive sprinkles (for garnish, optional)

Instructions

  1. Chill your glasses in the freezer for 2 minutes (optional) to keep your shake frosty.
  2. Place 6-8 Oreo cookies in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin, leaving some fine crumbs and some larger chunks. Reserve 1-2 tablespoons for topping.
  3. In a blender, add 3 cups vanilla ice cream, 1 cup whole milk, 1/2 teaspoon mint extract, and 2-4 drops green food coloring. Blend until smooth and creamy. If too thick, add a splash more milk.
  4. Add most of the crushed Oreos to the blender. Pulse 2-3 times, just enough to mix in the cookies but not pulverize them. For chunkier texture, stir in by hand.
  5. In a cold mixing bowl, whip 1/2 cup heavy cream with 1 tablespoon powdered sugar and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract until soft peaks form. (Or use store-bought whipped topping.)
  6. Pour the shake into chilled glasses, leaving room at the top. Swirl on a generous dollop of whipped cream.
  7. Garnish with reserved Oreo crumbs, a maraschino cherry, and festive sprinkles if desired. Serve immediately with straws and long spoons.

Notes

For a dairy-free or vegan version, use plant-based ice cream, milk, and whipped topping, and dairy-free sandwich cookies. Start with less mint extract and add to taste, as some brands are stronger. For a chunkier shake, fold in Oreos by hand. Chill all ingredients and equipment for the thickest shake. If too thick, add milk 1 tablespoon at a time; if too thin, add more ice cream. Serve immediately for best texture.

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