Description
Magical mermaid freakshake transports dessert lovers to an underwater fantasy with its whimsical blue-green swirls and oceanic charm. Cool sweetness and playful garnishes make this instagram-worthy treat an unforgettable summer indulgence you’ll want to dive right into.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream
- ½ cup milk (add more for thinner consistency)
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2–3 drops teal or aqua food coloring
- ¼ cup frosting or melted white chocolate (to rim the glass)
- sprinkles or colored sugar
- cotton candy (optional for garnish)
- whipped cream
- rock candy sticks
- mermaid tail topper (candy melt or plastic)
- gummy sea creatures (like fish or starfish)
- edible glitter or shimmer spray
- colorful lollipops or marshmallows
Instructions
- Glass Embellishment: Generously coat the rim of a large milkshake glass with frosting or melted white chocolate, then immediately roll in vibrant sprinkles or iridescent colored sugar to create a dazzling decorative edge.
- Milkshake Fusion: Combine vanilla ice cream, milk, vanilla extract, and teal food coloring in a blender, processing until a smooth, velvety consistency emerges with a mesmerizing aquatic hue.
- Assembly and Elevation: Carefully pour the teal-tinted milkshake into the pre-decorated glass, then crown with a lavish layer of billowy whipped cream, strategically arranging maritime-inspired candies and mermaid-themed confectionery.
- Final Flourish: Enhance the visual spectacle by dusting edible glitter or shimmer powder across the creation, inserting a whimsical paper straw, and serving the oceanic masterpiece immediately to preserve its magical aesthetic and optimal temperature.
Notes
- Adjust teal food coloring gradually to achieve desired mermaid-like blue-green shade without overpowering the milkshake’s flavor.
- Use slightly softened ice cream for smoother blending and creamier consistency, preventing icy or chunky results.
- Chill the decorated glass beforehand to help frosting or chocolate rim set faster and prevent immediate melting.
- Swap dairy ingredients with plant-based alternatives like coconut milk ice cream and almond milk for vegan-friendly version without compromising magical mermaid aesthetic.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Desserts
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 65g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 50mg