Its been a while since I shared something simple and instant. Milkshake, smoothies and juices are a regular part of my cooking routine in the warmer months. I just don’t get to share them as often. While I am a fan of thick smoothies, the twins love their milkshakes. Milkshakes are very reminiscent of childhood and I have delightful memories of sipping in the chilled goodness until there was nothing left but air. We didn’t have as many fancy flavour choices back then and my favourite was Vanilla. That has remained unchanged today. To make it a little more dressy, I added whipped cream swirls and sprinkles. Desserts should have an element of drama about them. What say?
Vanilla Funfetti Milkshake
Serves 1
1/2 cup of 100s and 1000s (or any other sprinkles you want to use)
50 g white chocolate, roughly chopped
1 cup vanilla ice cream
3/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 tbsp sugar
Whipped cream, to serve
extra sprinkles, to serve
Place the sprinkles on a shallow plate. Place the white chocolate in a heat-proof saucepan that is placed over a pan of simmering water. Once melted, remove from heat. Dip the rim of the serving glass in the melted chocolate. Allow the excess to drip off. Working quickly, dip the rim again in the plate of sprinkles, turning slowly to ensure it coats evenly. Leave aside for 10 minutes to set.
Place ice cream, milk, vanilla and sugar together in a large bowl and blend till smooth and frothy. Pour into serving glasses. Top with whipped cream and sprinkles.
Your twins must have the fondest sensory memories of lively tastes, aromas and textures. This is SOOOOOOO COOL! What child or adult wouldn’t love this? Vanilla is a favorite of mine too, it’s clean and gentle flavor. My mother used it all the time in her Mexican rice pudding, dressed with cinnamon sticks…Oh, the memories!
Wow! I love to hear your beautiful stories Anita. I can just imagine how the pudding would have tasted. Thank you so much for your sweetness my friend.
How can you look at this beautiful milkshake and not smile! I think a milkshake universally reminds everyone of childhood, fun, and celebrations. Love this! I make milkshakes once in a while; next time, need to decorate the rim with sprinkles like you’ve done here. : )
Thanks so much Monica! Sprinkles make everything better.
You even make a humble milkshake look like a work of art – the cherry on top is the most perfect cherry 🙂 I love the idea of coating the rim of the glass in sprinkles. So cute!!
Awww…you are the sweetest Ruby. Thank you so much.
I hope your children realise how privileged they are to have such a fabulous Mama like you Sonali. Even a milkshake is a work of art in your home. Beautiful xxxe
What could be more fun than this? It looks delicious!
I’. glad you like it. Thank you Bethany.
I so love how you did the rim. You are an artist, scientist, magician, oh a baker too! Honestly Sonali, you blow my mind.
OMG! Now I am about to swell up and fly away like a balloon. Hahaha! Thanks you dear Ratna for your generous praise every time.
I cannot remember the last time I had a milkshake, now I want one. Yours looks so fun with the decoration.
Thank you so much Eve. I’m all for sprinkles:-)
WHOA!!!! This looks absolutely AMAZING!!! I want!! – http://www.domesticgeekgirl.com
Yay! Glad you like it. Thank you:-)
Looks heavenly. Yay to the universal Vanilla flavour.
Vanilla is just so amazing, right? Thank you Sowmya:-)