Copycat Shamrock Shakes – Spend With Pennies

Looking for a fun and festive way to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day?

Try making your own homemade copycat McDonald’s shamrock shake! With just a few simple ingredients, it’s quick & easy.

Cool and creamy with a minty flavor, now you can enjoy Shamrock Shakes all year long!

What is a Shamrock Shake?

• This cool and creamy mint milkshake is McDonalds’ annual shake to mark the St. Patrick’s Day holiday! They’re available for a limited time!
• No need to wait for February or March when you can make this homemade shamrock shake recipe with just a few simple ingredients!
• Four ingredients and a blender are all you need for this minty treat.

How to Make a Shamrock Shake

• Dairy – Full-fat dairy like vanilla ice cream and whole milk will give the richest flavor, but you can substitute it with your favorite non-dairy (like coconut milk) or lighter versions. Switch to chocolate ice cream for a yummy change.
• Peppermint – Use peppermint extract for the best flavor. Mint extract, a mix of peppermint and spearmint extract, also works.
• Color – Use green food coloring or gel food coloring to give your mint shake its signature green color.
• Toppings – Top with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry.

Simply add the ingredients in the recipe below to a blender and blend. SO easy.

Shake it Up!

Why should the kids have all the fun?

• Stir in some oreo cookie pieces.
• Make a grown-up version with an ounce of alcohol. Try Bailey’s Irish Cream, Peppermint Schnapps, crème de menthe, Irish whiskey, or peppermint-flavored vodka!
• Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a maraschino cherry! Add some green sprinkles if you have them.

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