Birthday Cake Shake
A classic milk shake blended with creamy ice cream, cold milk, vanilla, sprinkles, and cupcakes. This Birthday Cake Shake is just what it sounds like - and it is so good you won't even believe it!
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 389kcal
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 4 cups vanilla ice cream
- 2 cups milk less if you like a thicker shake
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 frosted cupcake store bought or homemade
- whipped cream for garnish
- sprinkles for garnish
- cherry for garnish
Instructions
- Combine ice cream, milk, and vanilla extract in a blender. Blend until smooth.
- Add frosted cupcake and pulse until cupcake is broken into small pieces and mixed throughout shake.
- Pour into a tall glass.
- Garnish with whipped cream, sprinkles, and a cherry.
Notes
FAQ
What is the origin of the cake shake?
The cake shake originated in Chicago at a place called Portillo's. They are famous for their hot dogs, sandwiches and chocolate cake. They use their chocolate cake to make a milk shake that is insanely good.
Are there variations on this cake shake?
Obviously we went for birthday cake by using vanilla cupcakes and sprinkles. But the OG is made with chocolate cake. You could also do a strawberry shortcake version using strawberry ice cream and angle food cake.
Do you have a blender you recommend?
I like the Blendtec. I've had mine for years and it has never let me down.
Nutrition
Serving: 8oz | Calories: 389kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 9g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 70mg | Sodium: 193mg | Potassium: 435mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 38g | Vitamin A: 759IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 321mg | Iron: 1mg