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I woke up this morning with a brilliant idea to create Bailey's Cookie Balls, but that didn't go so well. Apparently, you cannot add 1/4 cup of Baileys to the recipe and not end up with a sticky mess! I added 1/4 cup of powdered sugar....still too sticky. So I added an additional 1/4 cup thinking it would soak up the extra liquid...nope! Change in plans, how about a Boozy Shamrock Shake instead?
I'm pretty sure that you have already figured out that they did not work, lol. Well then, let's just go ahead and move onto the next recipe on the list.....Boozy Shamrock Shake! When I see a recipe that calls for peppermint extract, my brain sees peppermint schnapps!! Not for the alcohol content, but for the intense mint flavor that does not taste like toothpaste.....
They say that a pictures says a thousand words, well I only needed that photo to say one.....Vegan! I have included instructions for both, so I needed images for both. 😉
How to make a Boozy Shamrock Shake:
For the vegan option we are using Vanilla Coconut Milk Ice Cream and canned, full-fat coconut milk {make sure you shake the can before you open it}.....
If you don't get a chance to make your ice cream ahead of time, this works great in a pinch. You just need to set it out on the counter for 20 to 30 minutes to soften.
Place the vanilla ice cream, milk, peppermint schnapps, and gel food coloring in a blender.....
Blend until smooth and creamy. Pour into 1 large glass with 2 straws, or 2 smaller glasses and top with whipped cream {Coconut Whipped Cream} and decorative sprinkles.....
Those decorative straws are really cute and great for photos, but they are completely useless to actually drink with!! Do yourself a favor and grab a real straw. 😉
I used (2) 14.75 ounce Goblets in these photos. In reality, this shake should be divided into (4) smaller glasses.....according to official serving sizes. We all know how many of us actually follow those guidelines, right?
More St. Patrick's Day cocktail recipes:
- Boozy Shamrock Shake Cupcakes - the cake version of this cocktail
- Irish Mule
- Jameson & Ginger Cocktail
- Polyjuice Potion - it's green spiked punch, ignore the name. 😉
- Traditional Irish Coffee
Enjoy!!
Boozy Shamrock Shake
Ingredients
- 2 Cups vanilla ice cream softened - I used coconut milk ice cream
- 1/3 cup whole milk I used full-fat coconut milk in a can
- 4 Tablespoons 101 proof peppermint schnapps
- green gel food coloring
- whipped cream I used coconut whipped cream
- decorative sprinkles
Instructions
- Allow ice cream to soften on the counter for 20 to 30 minutes.
- Place ice cream, milk, schnapps, and green coloring in a blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into one large glass or divide between 2 smaller glasses. Top with whipped cream and decorative sprinkles.
- Serve with a straw.
Lorelai @ Life With Lorelai says
Mmm, I'm liking my lips! This sounds wonderful. What a fun treat for St. Patrick's Day. Please come share your blog posts over at the Home Matters Linky Party! We'd love to have you for a visit.
~Lorelai
Life With Lorelai
marcie says
So the cookie balls didn't turn out, but hey, you've got this! This shake sounds awesome, Lisa, and pinning! 🙂
andi says
Ptttht. Official serving sizes. P'shaw....
-andi
Marissa says
Great idea...Didn't even think about adding peppermint schnapps, I'll have to try this! 🙂
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Marissa. I am turning into the Queen of Booze around here, you just never know where I will sneak it in next! 😉
Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling says
I've totally had those days in the kitchen.....good for you for just scrapping it and moving on! This one looks like a definite WIN!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Cathy. 🙂 This IS a WIN, crazy delicious WIN!!
Christy says
Glad you had this delicious drink to make up for the cookies 😉 Sounds like a tasty consolation prize! Found this deliciousness at Lou Lou Girls, thank you for sharing. Pinning!
Debi @ That Crafty Lunch Lady says
This drink looks totally yummy!!! Sorry the cookies didn't work out, but it looks like this drink more than made up for that! :o) Definitely pinned!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Debi, I actually think this shake turned out better than what I was expecting with the cookies! 🙂
Jen says
You have no idea how excited I was when I saw the word "Vegan"! I used to LOVE shamrock shakes, and who doesn't love a good cocktail? I am totally making this this week. Thank you!
Lisa Johnson says
You are so welcome Jen!! Enjoy! 🙂
Ginnie says
Yum! This looks amazing. I definitely need to make this for St. Paddy's Day!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Ginnie! 🙂
Kyla says
Are you serious right now!? 🙂 This looks soo good. And I'm definitely going to check out some of those ice cream recipes too. Yummy! Glad I came across your blog!
Lisa Johnson says
I am totally serious, Kyla...and it's seriously delicious! I am so glad that you came across my blog as well, welcome. 🙂
Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says
I will take one (or two!) of those!!! 🙂
heidi says
This is one of those drinks that makes St. Patrick's Day so great!
Kaylene @ The Links Site says
Yum, I'm a big shake fan, this is a great one for St Patrick's Day!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Kaylene! 🙂
GiselleR @ Diary of an ExSloth says
Pinned this cuz it looks so yummy! Definitely gonna give it a try 😀
Thanks for sharing!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Giselle! 🙂
Celeste @The Whole Serving says
What a great idea, I love that you used coconut ice cream and milk. Looks yummy!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Celeste. I love when my lactose intolerance turns into a vegan recipe! 😉
Zainab says
GOOD LAWD!! Coconut ice cream and some mint? I am in love!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Zainab, it's crazy good!!
aimee fauci says
This looks very tasty. I normally run from green drinks and food but not this! Linking up from SITS Link Up.
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you Aimee! You definitely don't want to run away from this drink, it's really good. 🙂
Teri@The Freshman Cook says
Yum, I want one! This sounds so good and I love the schnapps addition!. Plus, so cute! I would love if you would share this at my blog party, Celebrate It! It is all about celebrating the everyday!
Corinne says
This is officially my favorite St. Patrick's day recipe so far! I'm kinda glad your cookies didn't work out so that it freed you up to make this instead. I am heading to the store TODAY to get some Bailey's so I can "practice" this recipe a few times before St. Patrick's Day (my kids had an entire week off due to snow days--I need this!). Thank you so much for linking up your recipe at This Is How We Roll Thursday.
Nibbles By Nic says
Cheers!!! We absolutely LOVE this fantastic drink!!!!! It will be featured at this weeks Munching Mondays!! CONGRATS!!!! xoxo Nic
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much, Nic - I am so excited!!
Marilyn says
Oh how yummy....I can't wait to make this on St. Patty's Day! Thanks for sharing at The Project Stash!
Lisa Johnson says
Thank you so much Marilyn, enjoy! 🙂
Diana says
Love the color and the adorable shamrock sprinkles. Oh fun is the color of the punch, wow!! So great that you shared your experience with a failed recipe as well, thanks! 🙂
Lisa Johnson says
Thanks so much Diana! 🙂
Bonnie @ The Pin Junkie says
This looks yummy! Just stopping by to let you know your shamrock shake is featured in a St. Patrick's Day roundup over at The Pin Junkie.
jess says
This looks so yummy, I want to drink my screen! I would love it if you stopped by and linked up at Totally Terrific Tuesday!! Have a wonderful weekend! Pinned and shared!
Jess
ARTantana says
WOW! Looks great and just my type to try out. Greetings from Dubai and have great day!
Shantana
Teresa says
The picture alone has me hooked! Can't wait to try it!