Red Velvet Milkshake Recipe: Creamy, Elegant, Easy
A luxurious homemade red velvet milkshake blending the tangy-cocoa flavor of classic red velvet cake with vanilla ice cream and buttermilk. Creamy, elegant, and perfect for satisfying dessert cravings without baking.
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Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 720kcal
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups vanilla ice cream
- 1/4 cup full-fat buttermilk
- 1/4 cup cream cheese, softened
- 1/4 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 3-4 drops red food coloring (adjust for desired vibrancy)
- Optional: whipped cream for topping
- Optional: sprinkle of cocoa powder for garnish
Instructions
- Combine vanilla ice cream, buttermilk, and cream cheese in a blender
- Add unsweetened cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and red food coloring
- Blend until smooth and creamy
- Chill for 5 minutes to let flavors meld
- Serve in chilled glasses topped with whipped cream and a cocoa powder dusting
Notes
Full-fat buttermilk is essential for authentic red velvet flavor
can substitute cocoa with 1/4 tsp red food coloring (avoid 'sparkling' varieties) for a less bitter finish
adjust ice cream quantity for desired consistency
store unused red velvet batter in airtight container in fridge for up to 24 hours
can substitute cocoa with 1/4 tsp red food coloring (avoid 'sparkling' varieties) for a less bitter finish
adjust ice cream quantity for desired consistency
store unused red velvet batter in airtight container in fridge for up to 24 hours
Nutrition
Serving: 16g | Calories: 720kcal | Carbohydrates: 102g | Protein: 18g | Fat: 32g | Saturated Fat: 22g | Cholesterol: 55mg | Sodium: 210mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 75g