Description

This Chick Fil A Peppermint Milkshake recipe delivers a festive, creamy treat combining classic vanilla ice cream with refreshing peppermint flavor and rich chocolate shavings. Enhanced with a touch of red food coloring for a holiday pink hue, it’s topped with whipped cream and a maraschino cherry for the perfect presentation. Ideal for enjoying a cool, minty dessert during the holiday season or anytime you crave a sweet, refreshing shake.

Ingredients

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Milkshake Base

4 cups vanilla ice cream
1 cup whole milk
1 teaspoon peppermint extract
Red food coloring, 4-6 drops (adjust to desired color)

Chocolate and Candy

4 oz 60% cocoa chocolate bar
10 candy canes or 4 regular sized candy canes, crushed

Garnishes

Whipped topping, for garnishing
Stemmed maraschino cherries, for garnishing

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Instructions

Combine Milkshake Ingredients: Add the vanilla ice cream, whole milk, and peppermint extract into a large blender. Pulse the mixture until it is fully combined and smooth, ensuring the texture is creamy and consistent.
Add Food Coloring: Incorporate 4 to 6 drops of red food coloring into the blended mixture. Blend again until the color is evenly distributed. Add additional drops if you want a deeper pink shade reminiscent of the Chantilly color.
Prepare Chocolate Shavings: Using a cheese grater, finely shave pieces of the 60% cocoa chocolate bar. These shavings will be used to add texture and a rich chocolate flavor to the shake.
Assemble and Serve: Pour the peppermint milkshake into glass jars or cups. Gently fold in the chocolate shavings. Top each milkshake with a generous swirl of whipped topping and finish with a stemmed maraschino cherry on top. Serve immediately with a straw for a delightful minty treat.

Notes

Adjust the peppermint extract quantity if you prefer a milder or stronger mint flavor.
Red food coloring is optional and can be skipped if you prefer a natural white color milkshake.
For a vegan variation, substitute the ice cream and milk with plant-based alternatives.
Crushed candy canes can be added directly into the milkshake or used as garnish for extra texture and sweetness.
Serve immediately for the best creamy texture, as milkshakes tend to melt quickly.