If you don’t live in the US, you might be asking WTF is a Shamrock Shake? Nothing says St. Patrick’s Day quite like a Shamrock Shake! This creamy, minty, and vibrantly green milkshake is a seasonal favorite that many eagerly await every March. It’s a McDonald’s classic in the US, but what if you could enjoy it year-round? With this easy copycat Shamrock Shake recipe, you can whip up your version at home anytime!
Better than McDonald’s – I said it and I mean it! This Copycat Shamrock Shake recipe is by far more delicious than anything you’d ever have to wait in line for. This limited-time-only McDonald’s Shamrock Shake is a drink that so many Americans wait for every year around St. Patrick’s Day. I don’t even know if it’s available in every state, and until I moved to California, I truthfully had no idea this existed. I’ve asked my friends across borders and it seems like this is the only country enjoying this drink, so I thought, what better than to share my rendition so everyone I love, everywhere can enjoy this creamy mint-flavored milkshake.
As you know by now, I am all about themed food and St. Patrick’s Day is no exception! I may not be Irish but I definitely can get down with some green themed fun. Last week I shared my Luck Charms Martini with you all and of course I had to make something “healthy” and alcohol free (however if you pour a little something something in there – I won’t judge you!) Enjoy this Shamrock Shake whenever the desire strikes because I bet you – try it once and you will want it again. Happy sipping!
To make this easy Shamrock Shake recipe, you’ll need:
Making a homemade Shamrock Shake is ridiculously simple. Here’s how:
Add vanilla ice cream, milk, peppermint extract, and green food coloring to a blender until combined.
Pour into glasses, top with whipped cream, and add a cherry + sprinkles! Sip & enjoy!
This Copycat McDonald’s Shamrock Shake is everything you love about the original but even better (and if you’ve never tried the original it’s everything you could ever imagine)! It’s thick, creamy, and packed with that signature minty flavor, making it the ultimate St. Patrick’s Day treat. With just a handful of Shamrock Shake ingredients and a blender, you can whip it up in minutes. Plus, it’s completely customizable—make it dairy-free, add chocolate syrup, or even spike it for an adult-friendly twist. Whether you’re celebrating March 17th or just craving a fun and festive dessert, this homemade Shamrock Shake is guaranteed to hit the spot! I love a good copycat recipe and this one might just be my new favorite!
Use matcha powder or spinach juice for a natural green hue.
Not traditionally, but adding chocolate syrup takes it to the next level!
It’s best enjoyed immediately, but you can freeze leftovers and blend again later!
Copycat Wendy’s Chocolate Frosty
Welcome to Claire Bear Bites! Here is where we have the most amount of fun with food. I’m an silly, quirky Aussie living in LA, creating and loving bright, colorful, healthy and delicious plant forward meals.
This deliciously colorful meals are a direct reflection of me and my love for experimenting. Food should make you happy, smile and make you do a weird lil happy dance cause it taste so dang good. Life can be stressful but your food doesn’t need to be! Let’s have fun and eat the rainbow!
Welcome to Claire Bear Bites! Here is where we have the most amount of fun with food. I’m an silly, quirky Aussie living in LA, creating and loving bright, colorful, healthy and delicious plant forward meals.
This deliciously colorful meals are a direct reflection of me and my love for experimenting. Food should make you happy, smile and make you do a weird lil happy dance cause it taste so dang good. Life can be stressful but your food doesn’t need to be! Let’s have fun and eat the rainbow!
