There's something undeniably magical about a rich, creamy Thick Chocolate Milkshake. Whether you're sipping one on a sweltering summer day or treating yourself to a little indulgence, this timeless classic never fails to satisfy your sweet cravings.
Making a homemade chocolate shake only requires a few simple ingredients and is ready in under 5 minutes!
Creating homemade milkshakes has been a bit of a theme this summer in my house. We have tested lots of milkshakes from classic flavors like this chocolate shake, Banana milkshake, strawberry shake, and also a Nutella milkshake.
When trialing this chocolate milkshake recipe we tested various ratios with or without chocolate sauce or cocoa powder and felt that we came up with the perfect balance of chocolate flavor, thickness, and texture.
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⭐ Why we love this recipe
There are so many reasons to love this thick, creamy chocolate milkshake that I have included a few below.
- Only 5 ingredients - If you're a chocolate and ice cream lover, it's likely that you already have all these ingredients in your pantry.
- Ready in under 5 minutes - This indulgent chocolate milkshake is prepared in the blink of an eye. Get ready to indulge in your chocolate cravings while cooling down on a hot day.
- Full chocolate flavor - This recipe includes chocolate sauce and cocoa powder for a full chocolate experience.
- Gluten Free - Use gluten-free vanilla ice cream, and if needed, you can effortlessly create a dairy-free version (Refer to substitutions later in the article).
- Adaptable recipe - This is easily adaptable to include extra flavors or adapt to your preferred thickness. I have included everything you need to know below.
📋 Ingredients Notes
- Milk I used whole milk but you can use dairy free if required. You can substitute whole milk with almond milk, soy milk, or any other non-dairy milk of your choice.
- Vanilla Ice Cream Be sure to check that the ice cream is gluten free. You can also opt for dairy free ice cream if required.
- Vanilla extract - Vanilla extract enhances the overall flavor, sweetness, and aroma of a thick chocolate milkshake.
- Chocolate Sauce - Chocolate sauce adds richness, sweetness, and an extra layer of chocolate flavor to the milkshake. You can also swap out the chocolate syrup with Nutella, peanut butter, or caramel sauce for unique flavor profiles. Or see my Nutella milkshake if you are a fan of Nutella.
- Cocoa Powder - Cocoa powder intensifies the chocolate flavor and adds depth to the milkshake's taste. I used Dutch processed cocoa powder but you can use your preferred cocoa powder or experiment with different types such as Natural Cocoa Powder, Black Cocoa Powder, or Flavored Cocoa Powders.
See the recipe card below for ingredient measurements.
⚡ Substitutions & Variations
There are so many ways that you can change this chocolate milkshake recipe or add a little twist if you are in the mood for a change. I have included some of my favorite additions below.
- Mint Chocolate Chip Shake - Use mint chocolate chip ice cream and a dash of peppermint extract for a refreshing twist.
- Rocky Road Milkshake - Mix in chopped nuts and mini marshmallows for a chunky, satisfying shake.
- Mocha Madness - Add a shot of espresso for a delightful mocha twist.
- Dairy Free - Use your preferred dairy free milk and dairy free ice cream for a delicious dairy free chocolate milkshake.
🥣 Step by Step Instructions
Below is a brief step-by-step process with photos of how to make a thick Chocolate Milkshake.
See the recipe card below for more detailed recipe instructions.
Tip: Decorating the glass (Optional) Drip some extra chocolate sauce from the top of the inside of the glass letting it run to the bottom. Place the glass in the fridge while making the milkshake.
Step 1: Put the vanilla ice cream, milk, chocolate sauce, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract in the blender.
Step 2: Blend the ingredients until they are fully mixed and smooth, which typically takes 1 to 2 minutes.
Step 3: Check the thickness and if you prefer it even thicker add a couple of extra scoops of ice cream and blend until fully incorporated.
Step 4: Pour the chocolate shake mixture evenly between two tall glasses.
Tip: Decorate with fresh whipped cream, and chocolate chips, and chocolate sauce for the ultimate chocolate milkshake.
💡 Pro Recipe Tips
- Tip #1: Use good quality ingredients for the creamiest and flavorsome chocolate milkshake. The quality, texture, and flavor of the finished milkshake will be best when using a good quality ice cream, chocolate sauce, and cocoa powder.
- Tip #2: Decorating the glass (Optional) Drip some extra chocolate sauce from the top of the inside of the glass letting it run to the bottom. Place the glass in the fridge while making the milkshake.
- Tip #3: To adapt the thickness of the chocolate shake add extra ice cream to make it thicker or more milk to make it thinner.
- Tip #4: To finish off decorate with whipping cream, chocolate chips, and chocolate sauce for the ultimate chocolate milkshake.
❔ Recipe FAQs
Absolutely! The beauty of this thick chocolate milkshake is that it doesn't require an ice cream maker. A good-quality blender is all you need to achieve that creamy consistency.
Certainly! You can substitute whole milk with almond milk, soy milk, or any other non-dairy milk of your choice. You can also opt for low-fat or dairy free ice cream.
If you're lactose intolerant, you can use lactose-free ice cream and lactose-free whole milk. There are also dairy-free chocolate ice cream options available for a fully lactose-free version.
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📖 Recipe
Thick Chocolate Milkshake
Nutritional information is meant as a guideline and all information is approximate.
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
Ingredients for Thick Chocolate Milkshake
- 400 ML Milk I used whole milk but you can use dairy free if required.
- 4 Large Scoops of Vanilla Ice Cream (Approx. 300g) Be sure to check that the ice cream is gluten free. You can also use dairy free ice cream if required.
- ½ Teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 4 Tablespoons Chocolate Sauce
- 2 Tablespoons Cocoa Powder
Ingredients for Topping (Optional)
- Whipped cream
- Chocolate chips
- Chocolate sauce
Instructions
How to make a chocolate milkshake recipe
- Put the vanilla ice cream, milk, chocolate sauce, cocoa powder, and vanilla extract in the blender.
- Blend the ingredients until they are fully mixed and smooth, which typically takes 1 to 2 minutes.
- Check the thickness and if you prefer it even thicker add a couple of extra scoops of ice cream and blend until fully incorporated.
- Pour the chocolate shake mixture evenly between two tall glasses.
- Decorate with whipping cream, and chocolate chips, and chocolate sauce (Optional).
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- Tip #1: Use good quality ingredients for the creamiest and flavorsome chocolate milkshake. The quality, texture, and flavor of the finished milkshake will be best when using a good quality ice cream, chocolate sauce, and cocoa powder.
- Tip #2: Decorating the glass (Optional) Drip some extra chocolate sauce from the top of the inside of the glass letting it run to the bottom. Place the glass in the fridge while making the milkshake.
- Tip #3: To adapt the thickness of the chocolate shake add extra ice cream to make it thicker or more milk to make it thinner.
- Tip #4: To finish off decorate with whipping cream, chocolate chips, and chocolate sauce for the ultimate chocolate milkshake.
Nutrition
Disclaimer
Nutritional information is meant as a guideline and is always an approximate calculation. Recipes may include information of various products used. It is your responsibility to check that ingredients you use when making a recipe are gluten free.
I hope you enjoyed this Thick Chocolate Shake recipe.
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