Can I make a cookies and cream milkshake ahead of time?

Milkshakes are best made fresh and served right away. If you need to prepare in advance, blend everything except the toppings and store in the freezer for up to 30 minutes. Stir before serving and add toppings at the last moment.

What is the best milk to use for a cookies and cream milkshake?

Whole milk gives the creamiest result. You can also use 2% milk for a slightly lighter version. For dairy-free options, oat milk and coconut milk both work well, though coconut milk adds a subtle tropical flavor.

How do I make my milkshake thicker?

Use less milk, or add an extra scoop of ice cream. You can also freeze the blended shake for 10 to 15 minutes before serving to firm it up. Using cookies and cream ice cream instead of vanilla also adds more body to the shake.

Is a cookies and cream milkshake the same as an Oreo milkshake?

They are essentially the same drink. An Oreo milkshake specifically uses Oreo cookies, while a cookies and cream milkshake can be made with any chocolate sandwich cookie. Both have the same creamy base and cookie-chunk texture.

Easy Cookies and Cream Milkshake in Just 5 Minutes

Name: The Best Cookies and Cream Milkshake Recipe
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 cups vanilla ice cream; 1 cup whole milk; 1/2 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies; Whipped cream, for topping; Extra crushed cookies, for garnish; Chocolate syrup, optional

Description

There are some drinks that just hit differently. This cookies and cream milkshake is cold, creamy, full of cookie chunks, and comes together in about five minutes. It is an easy homemade treat that tastes even better than the drive-through version.

Ingredients

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2 cups vanilla ice cream
1 cup whole milk
1/2 cup crushed chocolate sandwich cookies
Whipped cream, for topping
Extra crushed cookies, for garnish
Chocolate syrup, optional

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Instructions

Add the vanilla ice cream and milk to a blender.
Blend on medium until smooth and creamy.
Add the crushed chocolate sandwich cookies.
Pulse a few times to keep some cookie chunks in the milkshake.
Pour into tall glasses.
Top with whipped cream, extra crushed cookies, and chocolate syrup if using.
Serve immediately while cold and thick.

Notes

Use less milk for a thicker milkshake and more milk for a thinner one. Pulse the cookies instead of fully blending so you keep the classic cookies and cream texture. For extra flavor, swap the vanilla ice cream for cookies and cream ice cream.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Drinks
Method: Blended
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 glass
Calories: 480
Sugar: 38g
Sodium: 280mg
Fat: 24g
Saturated Fat: 14g
Unsaturated Fat: 8g
Trans Fat: 0.5g
Carbohydrates: 58g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 9g
Cholesterol: 75mg