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Published: Feb 19, 2015 ยท Modified: Jun 21, 2020 by Lisa Johnson

Boozy Shamrock Shake

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A Boozy Shamrock Shake for adults, and perfect for St. Patrick's Day | cookingwithcurls.com

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?

A Boozy Shamrock Shake for adults, and perfect for St. Patrick's Day | cookingwithcurls.com

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…..

A vegan Boozy Shamrock Shake that is perfect for St. Patrick's Day | cookingwithcurls.com

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. ๐Ÿ˜‰

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}…..

Boozy Shamrock Shake ingredients cookingwithcurls.com

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…..

https://cookingwithcurls.com/2014/07/13/vanilla-ice-cream-dairy-free/

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…..

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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. ๐Ÿ˜‰

Boozy Shamrock Shake | cookingwithcurls.com

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. ๐Ÿ˜‰
  • Traditional Irish Coffee

Enjoy!!

A Boozy Shamrock Shake for adults, and perfect for St. Patrick's Day | cookingwithcurls.com

Boozy Shamrock Shake

A Boozy Shamrock Shake for adults, and perfect for St. Patrick's Day!
5 from 4 votes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cocktail, st patricks day, shake, recipe, green, irish
Defrosting Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 2 minutes
Servings: 4 Servings
Calories: 187kcal
Author: Lisa Johnson

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.

Nutrition

Calories: 187kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Cholesterol: 31mg | Sodium: 61mg | Potassium: 158mg | Sugar: 18g | Vitamin A: 310IU | Vitamin C: 0.4mg | Calcium: 107mg | Iron: 0.1mg
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  1. Lorelai @ Life With Lorelai says

    February 20, 2015 at 1:49 am

    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

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  2. marcie says

    February 20, 2015 at 9:17 am

    So the cookie balls didn’t turn out, but hey, you’ve got this! This shake sounds awesome, Lisa, and pinning! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  3. andi says

    February 20, 2015 at 12:46 pm

    Ptttht. Official serving sizes. P’shaw….

    -andi

    Reply
  4. Marissa says

    February 21, 2015 at 5:09 pm

    Great idea…Didn’t even think about adding peppermint schnapps, I’ll have to try this! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
    • Lisa Johnson says

      February 22, 2015 at 7:51 pm

      Thank you Marissa. I am turning into the Queen of Booze around here, you just never know where I will sneak it in next! ๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
  5. Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling says

    February 21, 2015 at 10:03 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • Lisa Johnson says

      February 22, 2015 at 7:20 pm

      Thank you Cathy. ๐Ÿ™‚ This IS a WIN, crazy delicious WIN!!

      Reply
  6. Christy says

    February 23, 2015 at 8:06 pm

    Glad you had this delicious drink to make up for the cookies ๐Ÿ˜‰ Sounds like a tasty consolation prize! Found this deliciousness at Lou Lou Girls, thank you for sharing. Pinning!

    Reply
  7. Debi @ That Crafty Lunch Lady says

    February 24, 2015 at 12:53 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • Lisa Johnson says

      February 25, 2015 at 12:54 am

      Thank you Debi, I actually think this shake turned out better than what I was expecting with the cookies! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  8. Jen says

    February 24, 2015 at 6:45 pm

    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!

    Reply
    • Lisa Johnson says

      February 24, 2015 at 8:45 pm

      You are so welcome Jen!! Enjoy! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  9. Ginnie says

    February 24, 2015 at 7:38 pm

    Yum! This looks amazing. I definitely need to make this for St. Paddy’s Day!

    Reply
    • Lisa Johnson says

      February 25, 2015 at 12:52 am

      Thank you Ginnie! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  10. Kyla says

    February 24, 2015 at 9:50 pm

    Are you serious right now!? ๐Ÿ™‚ 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!

    Reply
    • Lisa Johnson says

      February 25, 2015 at 12:52 am

      I am totally serious, Kyla…and it’s seriously delicious! I am so glad that you came across my blog as well, welcome. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  11. Jamie @ Love Bakes Good Cakes says

    February 24, 2015 at 11:59 pm

    I will take one (or two!) of those!!! ๐Ÿ™‚

    Reply
  12. heidi says

    February 25, 2015 at 1:30 am

    This is one of those drinks that makes St. Patrick’s Day so great!

    Reply
  13. Kaylene @ The Links Site says

    February 25, 2015 at 3:45 am

    Yum, I’m a big shake fan, this is a great one for St Patrick’s Day!

    Reply
    • Lisa Johnson says

      February 25, 2015 at 8:36 am

      Thank you so much Kaylene! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  14. GiselleR @ Diary of an ExSloth says

    February 25, 2015 at 7:46 pm

    Pinned this cuz it looks so yummy! Definitely gonna give it a try ๐Ÿ˜€
    Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Lisa Johnson says

      February 25, 2015 at 9:48 pm

      Thank you Giselle! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  15. Celeste @The Whole Serving says

    February 25, 2015 at 8:46 pm

    What a great idea, I love that you used coconut ice cream and milk. Looks yummy!

    Reply
    • Lisa Johnson says

      February 25, 2015 at 9:50 pm

      Thank you Celeste. I love when my lactose intolerance turns into a vegan recipe! ๐Ÿ˜‰

      Reply
  16. Zainab says

    February 25, 2015 at 9:52 pm

    GOOD LAWD!! Coconut ice cream and some mint? I am in love!

    Reply
    • Lisa Johnson says

      February 26, 2015 at 11:21 pm

      Thank you so much Zainab, it’s crazy good!!

      Reply
  17. aimee fauci says

    February 26, 2015 at 2:10 pm

    This looks very tasty. I normally run from green drinks and food but not this! Linking up from SITS Link Up.

    Reply
    • Lisa Johnson says

      February 26, 2015 at 11:18 pm

      Thank you Aimee! You definitely don’t want to run away from this drink, it’s really good. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  18. Teri@The Freshman Cook says

    February 27, 2015 at 9:33 pm

    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!

    Reply
  19. Corinne says

    February 28, 2015 at 4:46 am

    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.

    Reply
  20. Nibbles By Nic says

    March 01, 2015 at 3:48 pm

    Cheers!!! We absolutely LOVE this fantastic drink!!!!! It will be featured at this weeks Munching Mondays!! CONGRATS!!!! xoxo Nic

    Reply
    • Lisa Johnson says

      March 04, 2015 at 6:46 pm

      Thank you so much, Nic – I am so excited!!

      Reply
  21. Marilyn says

    March 03, 2015 at 8:52 am

    Oh how yummy….I can’t wait to make this on St. Patty’s Day! Thanks for sharing at The Project Stash!

    Reply
    • Lisa Johnson says

      March 04, 2015 at 6:41 pm

      Thank you so much Marilyn, enjoy! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  22. Diana says

    March 03, 2015 at 9:24 pm

    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! ๐Ÿ™‚

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    • Lisa Johnson says

      March 04, 2015 at 6:36 pm

      Thanks so much Diana! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  23. Bonnie @ The Pin Junkie says

    March 09, 2015 at 9:48 am

    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.

    Reply
  24. jess says

    March 12, 2015 at 10:32 pm

    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

    Reply
  25. ARTantana says

    February 24, 2016 at 12:20 am

    WOW! Looks great and just my type to try out. Greetings from Dubai and have great day!

    Shantana

    Reply
  26. Teresa says

    February 26, 2016 at 7:09 pm

    The picture alone has me hooked! Can’t wait to try it!

    Reply

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