Gold Coin Shake St. Patrick's Day

This recipe offers a fun and delicious way to incorporate some Irish charm into your St. Patrick's Day festivities, making it a must-try for anyone looking to add a touch of magic to their holiday.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 0

Chill Glasses Time 15

Total Time 10

Course: Dessert, Drink

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

1 ½ cups vanilla ice cream, softened slightly
½ cup milk whole milk or 2% milk recommended for creaminess
¼ cup mint chocolate chip ice cream
2 tablespoons heavy cream
1 tablespoon granulated sugar optional, adjust to your sweetness preference
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
a few drops green food coloring gel food coloring recommended for vibrant color
whipped cream, for topping
chocolate syrup or melted chocolate, for drizzling
gold sprinkles or gold edible glitter, for garnish
a few chocolate coins, for garnish optional

Equipment

Blender
Serving glasses

Method

Before you begin mixing your shakes, it's a good idea to chill your serving glasses in the freezer for about 10-15 minutes. This will help keep your Gold Coin Shake cold for longer. You can also rim the glasses with chocolate syrup and sprinkles if you desire extra flair.
chocolate syrup or melted chocolate, for drizzling, gold sprinkles or gold edible glitter, for garnish
In a blender, add the softened vanilla ice cream, milk, and heavy cream. If you prefer a sweeter shake, add the granulated sugar at this stage.
1 ½ cups vanilla ice cream, softened slightly, ½ cup milk, 2 tablespoons heavy cream, 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
Next, add the mint chocolate chip ice cream to the blender. This is where the characteristic mint flavor and speckles of chocolate come in!
¼ cup mint chocolate chip ice cream
Pour in the pure vanilla extract. This enhances the overall sweetness and creamy notes of the shake.
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Add a few drops of green food coloring. Start with a small amount (2-3 drops) and blend briefly. Add more drops, blending in between, until you reach your desired vibrant St. Patrick's Day green hue. Remember, gel food coloring provides a more intense color with fewer drops.
a few drops green food coloring
Secure the lid on your blender and blend on high speed until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy, with no ice cream lumps remaining. Be careful not to over-blend, as this can make the shake too thin.
Carefully pour the Gold Coin Shake into your chilled serving glasses.
Generously top each shake with a swirl of whipped cream.
whipped cream, for topping
Drizzle with chocolate syrup or melted chocolate. For that iconic "gold coin" sparkle, sprinkle liberally with gold sprinkles or edible gold glitter. If you have them, place a few chocolate coins on top or around the rim of the glass for an extra festive touch. Serve immediately and enjoy your enchanting Gold Coin Shake St. Patrick's Day!
chocolate syrup or melted chocolate, for drizzling, gold sprinkles or gold edible glitter, for garnish, a few chocolate coins, for garnish

Notes

This shake is best enjoyed immediately after preparation.