Halloween Mint Milkshakes: Creamy Halloween Mint Milkshake Recipe

A Ghostly Green Treat

Let’s make a spooky milkshake. It is cool, minty, and bright green. It reminds me of a friendly ghost. Doesn’t that sound fun? This is my favorite Halloween drink. I still laugh at the first time I made it. My grandson thought it was slime!

You just need a blender and a few things. We use vanilla ice cream and milk. A little peppermint extract makes it taste fresh. A drop of green food color gives it magic. The sprinkles on top are like little fairy dust.

Why We Share Sweets

This recipe is more than a drink. It is about making a memory. Sharing a special treat says, “I am happy you are here.” That matters a lot. Food made with love always tastes better.

Making it together is the best part. You can pour, and I can blend. We can both add the sprinkles. What is your favorite memory of making food with someone? Tell me about it. I love hearing your stories.

Let’s Blend It Up

First, scoop the ice cream into the blender. Add the milk next. Now, the peppermint extract. Just a quarter teaspoon is enough. It is very strong! Finally, one tiny drop of green color. Doesn’t that look amazing already?

Blend it until it is super smooth. It will sound like a whirlwind. Pour it into a tall glass right away. Add a straw and a big handful of sprinkles. Serve it immediately. The cold, creamy feel is the best part.

A Little Kitchen Magic

Fun fact: Peppermint is a natural mix of two mint plants. Watermint and spearmint had a plant baby! That is why its flavor is so special and strong. I think that is neat.

The green color makes it playful. It turns a simple milkshake into a celebration. This matters because joy is important. We should find it in small things, like a green drink. It is okay to play with your food sometimes.

Your Turn to Create

Now you can make your own. Will you use green sprinkles or orange ones? Maybe a mix of both? You are the boss of your milkshake. I would love to see what you create.

If you could add one extra thing to this shake, what would it be? A cookie? Some chocolate sauce? Let me know your idea. I am always looking for new tricks. Happy blending, my dear.

Ingredients:

Ingredient	Amount	Notes
Vanilla ice cream	1 ½ cups
Milk	½ cup
Peppermint extract	¼ teaspoon
Green food color	½ teaspoon
Sprinkles	For garnish	As desired

My Spooky-Fun Halloween Mint Milkshakes

Hello, my dear! Come sit at the counter. I want to tell you about our Halloween milkshakes. This recipe is pure magic. It turns a regular day into a little party. I first made these for my grandson, Leo. He said it tasted like a melted candy cane in a ghost costume. I still laugh at that. Let’s make a creamy, green, minty treat together. It’s so easy and so fun. Doesn’t that sound like a wonderful bit of mischief?

You just need a few simple things from your kitchen. The magic is in the peppermint. It makes everything taste fresh and cool. The green color is just for our Halloween joy. Now, let’s get blending. I’ll walk you through each step. (My hard-learned tip: measure that peppermint extract carefully. A little extra is very, very strong!).

Step 1: Get out your blender. Make sure it’s nice and clean. Scoop in all that lovely vanilla ice cream. It should be a bit soft. Now pour in the cold milk. The milk helps everything swirl together smoothly. I always think of pouring milk for my cat, Whiskers. He watches every move I make in the kitchen.

Step 2: Now for the magic potion parts! Add the peppermint extract. Just a quarter teaspoon is perfect. It smells like a winter forest, doesn’t it? Then add the green food color. Watch the white mix turn a spooky shade of green. It’s like a science experiment that you can drink! What’s your favorite green thing? Share below!

Step 3: Put the lid on tight. I mean it, very tight! Press the blend button. Let it run until it looks super smooth. You should hear a lovely whirring sound. No icy lumps should be left. It takes less than a minute. See how the color is all mixed now? Doesn’t that look amazing?

Step 4: Pour your shake into a tall glass. I like to use my glass with the polka dots. Now, the best part! Grab your sprinkles. Shake them right on top. They look like tiny, colorful confetti. Add a straw. Serve it right away. A milkshake waits for no one. It’s a moment of pure, sweet happiness.

Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 1 big serving
Category: Dessert, Drink

Three Wicked-Tasty Twists

Once you know the basic spell, you can change it! Here are my favorite twists. They make the shake new every time. Try one and see what you like best. Cooking is all about playing.

Chocolate Ghost: Add two tablespoons of chocolate syrup. Blend it right in. It makes a swampy brown-green color. It tastes wonderful.

Candy Crunch: After pouring, stir in crushed chocolate candies. They add a little crunch. It’s a fun surprise with every sip.

Orange Pumpkin: Use orange food color instead of green. Add a tiny pinch of cinnamon. It tastes like a pumpkin patch party!

Which one would you try first? Comment below!

Serving It With Style

This shake is a star all by itself. But you can make it extra special. For a party, rim the glass with chocolate syrup. Then dip it in more sprinkles. You could also add a dollop of whipped cream on top. A little black licorice straw looks very spooky. It’s all about the presentation, my dear.

What to drink with a milkshake? Well, more milkshake! But for grown-ups, a cup of hot coffee pairs nicely. The warm and cold are lovely together. For the kids, a glass of cold apple cider is perfect. Its tart taste balances the sweet shake. Which would you choose tonight?

Keeping Your Spooky Shake Fresh

This milkshake is best enjoyed right away. It gets icy in the freezer. But you can prep parts ahead.

Keep your ice cream in the freezer until the last minute. Have your milk and food coloring ready in the fridge. I once mixed everything too early. My kitchen was a minty mess!

Batch cooking is about saving time for fun. You can measure the dry sprinkles into little bowls. This lets everyone garnish their own glass quickly.

Have you ever tried storing it this way? Share below!

Milkshake Mix-Ups and Easy Fixes

Is your shake too thick? Just add a splash more milk. Blend it again for a smooth sip.

Not minty enough? Add one more tiny drop of extract. I remember when my first batch tasted like plain milk. A little flavor goes a long way.

Is the color not spooky green? Food coloring can vary. Start with a few drops and add more. Getting the flavor and look right builds your kitchen confidence. It makes the treat feel extra special.

Which of these problems have you run into before?

Your Quick Halloween Shake Questions

Q: Can I make this gluten-free? A: Yes! Just check your sprinkles label. Many are gluten-free.

Q: Can I make it ahead? A: Mix it just before serving. But you can chill the glasses.

Q: What if I don’t have peppermint extract? A: Use a little chocolate syrup instead. It will taste great.

Q: Can I double the recipe? A: Absolutely. Just make sure your blender isn’t too full.

Q: Any fun extras? A: A whipped cream ghost on top is cute. *Fun fact: The first milkshakes were made with whiskey!*

Which tip will you try first?

Wrapping Up From My Kitchen

I hope you love making these shakes. They always bring a smile. Cooking is about sharing joy and silly, spooky fun.

I would love to see your creations. Show me your spookiest green shakes. Your photos make my day brighter.

Have you tried this recipe? Tag us on Pinterest!

Happy cooking!

—Anna Whitmore.