Killer Milkshake (35 Oz Mug) Recipe

Chill a 35 oz mug or large glass in the freezer for 5–10 minutes while you assemble ingredients. Measure all components. If using fresh strawberries, hull and halve them.

Combine liquids and ice cream

In a blender, add 2 cups whole milk, 2.5 cups vanilla ice cream, and 1/4 cup heavy cream.

Add flavor

Choose one flavor option: for chocolate add 4 tbs chocolate syrup; for strawberry add 4 tbs strawberry purée or syrup (and optionally 1/2 cup fresh strawberry halves); for extra-vanilla add 1 tsp vanilla extract. Add the chosen flavor to the blender.

If using optional mix-ins (0.25 cup chopped chocolate/chips or 0.5 cup fresh strawberries), add them now.

Secure lid and blend on medium-high for 20–30 seconds until smooth but still thick. Stop and scrape down sides if needed, then pulse to incorporate. Target consistency should be thick enough to hold a straw but pourable into a 35 oz mug.

Taste the milkshake. If too thick, add up to 2 tbs more milk and pulse; if too thin, add 1/4 cup more ice cream and blend briefly. For extra sweetness or stronger flavor, add 1 tbs syrup or 1/4 tsp vanilla as appropriate and blend 5–10 seconds.

Remove chilled mug from freezer. Drizzle 1 tbs extra syrup around the inside of the mug for decoration.

Pour the milkshake into the 35 oz mug, leaving a little room at the top for whipped cream.

Top with 1/2 cup whipped cream, sprinkle 1 tsp crushed nuts or sprinkles, add a cookie or wafer if using, and finish with a maraschino cherry on top.

Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.