Best Pistachio Milkshake Recipe—Plus a Boozy Option
Homemade pistachio milkshakes are perfect for St. Patrick’s Day, hot summer days, or any time you crave a cool, creamy snack.
Best of all, this pistachio milkshake recipe has only two ingredients— the rest are optional—so it takes less than 5 minutes to prepare!
You don’t need a fancy milkshake maker, just a blender. Just don’t use a food processor, as the liquid will leak out.
Pistachio Milkshake Ingredients
Pistachio Ice Cream
Some recipes for pistachio milkshakes will start with vanilla ice cream and add ingredients to create a pistachio flavor. I like to cut out that extra cost and effort and use a high-quality pistachio ice cream instead.
Whole Milk
You can cut down on fat and calories by substituting a low-fat milk or almond milk. But for the creamiest pistachio shake, whole milk is best.
Personally, I like to be able to drink my milkshakes rather than eat them with a spoon. But if you prefer a thicker milkshake, cut the amount of milk in half.
Whipped Cream (optional)
Make your own whip from heavy whipping cream or use a pre-made version from your grocery store, like Cool Whip or Reddi Wip.
Garnishes (optional)
If you’re adding whipped cream, a cherry on top is a nice finishing touch. Chopped raw pistachios, mini chocolate chips, white chocolate chips, or sprinkles will also add a festive flare. If you’re making the shakes for St. Patrick’s Day, green sugar looks fab.
Pistachio Milkshake Recipe
Serves 2
Ingredients
3 cups pistachio ice cream
1 cup whole milk
½ cup whipped cream (optional)
2 maraschino cherries (optional)
Instructions
1. Add ice cream and milk to blender.
2. Blend on high until thoroughly combined and shake is smooth.
3. If the consistency is too thick, add more milk as needed.
4. Pour into two glasses.
5. Garnish milkshake as desired. I like whipped cream, a cherry, and a few green sprinkles.
Boozy Pistachio Milkshake Option
Odds are if you’re making pistachio milkshakes for St. Patrick’s Day, you’ll want to make them with a little alcohol. And I have a great option for you!
Spiked Pistachio Milkshake Recipe
Follow the above recipe and add:
1 oz vodka
1 oz Irish cream
Blend these two ingredients with the ice cream and milk and you’ll have one of the best St. Patrick’s Day drinks ever! Serve your shakes with yummy St. Patrick’s Day cookies!
Of course, it doesn’t have to be a holiday to make boozy shakes. Try serving them in shot glasses. They’re fun for any adult get-together!
