Creamy Classic Diner Chocolate Milkshake
A rich, creamy chocolate milkshake recipe that captures the nostalgic diner flavor with simple ingredients and easy steps. Perfect for a quick comfort treat any time.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 large milkshake 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (480 ml) vanilla ice cream (full-fat recommended)
- 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder (Dutch-process preferred)
- 1 to 2 tablespoons granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1 ounce (28 grams) bittersweet chocolate, melted
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Whipped cream for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Melt 1 ounce (28 grams) of bittersweet chocolate gently in a small saucepan over low heat or in 20-second bursts in the microwave, stirring frequently. Set aside to cool slightly but keep fluid.
- In a blender, combine 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder, 1 to 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- Add 2 cups (480 ml) vanilla ice cream and 1 cup (240 ml) whole milk to the blender. Pour in the melted chocolate and 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract.
- Pulse the blender a few times, then blend on medium speed for 30 to 45 seconds until smooth and thick but pourable. Scrape down sides if needed. Adjust thickness by adding more milk or ice cream as desired.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or chocolate intensity by adding more sugar or cocoa powder, then blend briefly again.
- Serve immediately in a chilled glass topped generously with whipped cream. Optionally, sprinkle chocolate shavings or cocoa powder on top.
- For classic diner froth, blend on high speed for the last 10 seconds to create a light, creamy foam.
Notes
Use quality ice cream and chocolate for best results. Do not overblend to avoid warming and thinning the shake. Pre-chill your serving glass for a colder shake. Let melted chocolate cool slightly before blending to prevent melting the ice cream too much. Adjust milk quantity slowly to control thickness. Whipped cream topping is highly recommended for authentic diner experience.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 large milkshake (a
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 45
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 25
- Saturated Fat: 15
- Carbohydrates: 45
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 8
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