Dreamy Oreo Milkshake

This indulgent Oreo milkshake turns basic items into a sweet treat that's better than what you'd get at fancy ice cream places. When crunchy cookie bits mix with smooth ice cream, you get that wonderful contrast between silky and chunky that makes drinking milkshakes so enjoyable.

I whipped these milkshakes up for my niece's party once, and they were such a success that we now make them for every celebration. There's just something about that cookies-and-cream taste that brings joy to people of all ages.

What You'll Need

• Oreo cookies: These are what make your shake unique with their tasty flavor and little bits of chocolate scattered throughout
• Vanilla ice cream: This forms your smooth foundation. Go for a fancy type with lots of fat for the creamiest results
• Whole milk: This gets you the right texture. Its richness adds a velvety feel
• Vanilla extract: This boosts the vanilla and works with the chocolate flavors. Real extract works much better than fake stuff
• Whipped cream: This adds a fluffy top that slowly blends into your drink. Homemade is wonderful but store-bought definitely works too
• Chocolate syrup: This creates pretty patterns and gives extra chocolate flavor that goes well with the Oreos
• Extra Oreos for decoration: These make your drink look fancy and show what's inside

How To Make It

Break Up The Cookies:

Drop your Oreos in a plastic bag and smash them with a rolling pin until you've got a mixture of tiny pieces and crumbs. Keep some bigger chunks for texture if you don't want a totally smooth drink.

Start The Mixture:

Pour milk into your blender first so the blades can move easily. Then add ice cream and smashed Oreos. This order stops stuff from getting stuck at the bottom.

Blend Just Right:

Hit pulse a few times to mix everything together, then blend until smooth but don't go too long. Too much blending thins your shake and melts the ice cream too much. Add vanilla now for the best taste.

Fix The Thickness:

Check how your milkshake flows. If it's too thick to suck through a straw, add a bit more milk. If it's too runny, throw in another small scoop of ice cream and pulse quickly.

Serve It Up:

Pour your shake into tall glasses. For a really cool look, stick the glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes first so your drink stays cold longer.

Finish With Style:

Top each glass with a big swirl of whipped cream, zigzag some chocolate syrup on top, and stick a whole Oreo cookie on top or on the edge of the glass.

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The smashed Oreos really give this milkshake its magic. I tried taking a shortcut once with pre-made cookies and cream ice cream, but it just wasn't as flavorful. My daughter now claims the job of official cookie crusher whenever we make these drinks—turns out smashing Oreos with a rolling pin is super fun.

Customize It

This Oreo shake can easily change to match what you like or need diet-wise. Want a super thick shake like the ones from ice cream shops? Cut the milk down to just ½ cup. Prefer something easier to drink? Go up to 1½ cups of milk. That's the beauty of making drinks at home—you decide exactly how thick or thin you want.

Keeping It Fresh

Milkshakes taste best right after mixing, but you can get stuff ready ahead of time. Smash your Oreos and keep them in a sealed container for up to a day. Need to make shakes early? Mix them a bit thicker than normal and pop them in the freezer for up to half an hour. Let them sit out for a few minutes before drinking, then stir them up quickly.

Different Flavor Ideas

The standard Oreo shake is just the start. Try using mint Oreos with a tiny bit of peppermint extract for something refreshing. If you love peanut butter, throw in 2 tablespoons of the creamy kind when blending. Grown-ups might enjoy adding a splash of Baileys or Kahlúa for a boozy dessert. During hot months, I often toss in a frozen banana for extra creaminess and some goodness.

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Common Questions

→ Can I swap out the milk type?

Sure, you can use almond, oat, or soy milk instead of regular milk if you want a non-dairy version. Just know it might feel a bit different in your mouth.

→ How do I make my shake thicker?

Cut back on milk or throw in more ice cream to get a creamier, denser shake.

→ What works instead of Oreos?

Any chocolate sandwich cookies or biscuits will give you pretty much the same taste and crunch.

→ Can I make this shake ahead of time?

It tastes way better right away, but you can stick it in the freezer briefly and give it another quick blend before drinking.

→ What makes this shake even more special?

Load it up with extras like crushed sweets, sticky caramel, or more broken cookie bits.