Best Ever Coffee Milkshake
Jun 19, 2019, Updated Jan 07, 2026
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Coffee Milkshake is every gown-up’s favorite. Made with real coffee and ice cream, this delicious homemade milkshake is ready in 2 minutes and is perfect for summer.
We can’t have enough milkshakes and are adding new ones every now and then. If you’re new to making milkshakes at home, start with our complete tutorial on how to make a milkshake. From classics such as vanilla milkshake to more flavored ones like cookies and cream milkshake and our coconut milkshake for chocolate lovers, we have all the milkshakes you need!
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Ingredients
Here’s what you’ll need:
- Brewed coffee: The stronger the coffee, the more flavor the milkshake will have. You can also use a couple shots of espresso, but make sure it’s completely cool.
- Vanilla ice cream: Get real ice cream for this milkshake, it’ll make it creamy and thick.
- Cocoa powder: To enhance the flavor, we add just a little bit of cocoa powder.
I love topping milkshakes with whipped cream but this is a totally optional step.
Recipe Tips
- It’s best to use real ice cream for this recipe. Low fat ice cream or frozen yogurt will not give you the same delicious flavor and creamy texture.
- Make sure the ice cream is completely cold before you start making the milkshake.
- It’s best to keep the glasses in the freezer for about 10 minutes while you prepare the milkshake. This way, when you serve it, the milkshake stays cold for longer.
Flavor variations
Here are some of the most popular ones:
- Coffee banana: Add one banana to this recipe. This will add a nice subtle sweetness.
- Chocolate coffee: Add 2 tablespoons chocolate sauce to the milkshake before blending.
- Nutella coffee: Use 2 tablespoons Nutella with the ice cream in the blender.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. You can either add it directly to the blender with the other ingredients or mix it in some water before adding it to the other ingredients.
Oat milk makes good milkshake because of its creamy texture. Simply go with a 1:1 ratio and use oat milk instead of dairy milk. You can also use cashew or coconut milk if desired.
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Best Ever Coffee Milkshake
Equipment
- Blender
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup brewed coffee, cold
- 1 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder
- 1/2 cup ice, optional
- whipped cream, to top
Instructions
- Place the ice cream, coffee, cocoa powder and ice in a blender.
- Blend for about 30 seconds until all is well combined and creamy.
- Divide between two glasses and top with whipped cream.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- If desired, use 1 tablespoon instant coffee instead of 1/2 cup brewed coffee.
- Keep the serving glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes while you make the milkshake. This way, when you serve the milkshake, it will keep cold for longer.
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
Mmmm, I had this for dessert today!! I used vegan vanilla ice cream and it was perfect!
This was amazing! It was such a great treat, will be making this on repeat!
I just made this and I used the 2 servings recipe. I didn’t follow it exactly because I didn’t have enough ice cream, but my only problem was too much cocoa powder!! It’s so creamy and delicious, but I can really taste the powder. But that’s just my problem! I’m sure if I did everything right it would be better if that’s even possible.
I like anything with coffee in it, and this sounds amazing! Looking forward to trying it soon.
It’s perfect for summer!
I just died and went to heaven. That was so good. Coffee and milkshake together ought to be illegal. It’s just that good.
Couldn’t agree more!
I made it and loved it! Moreover, I am going to try each of your milkshake recipes now! Well, it will take some time:) Your recipes are a treasure.
Thank you Irina! It’s pretty good!
Looks delicious! Perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up!
Thank you Sophie!
This looks amazing, can’t wait to try it!
So good for summer!
I don’t think I can ever have another milkshake flavor ever again! So good!
This is the best!
I made one of these yesterday and it was incredible! Totally treating myself to one of these more often!