Can you make a creamy chocolate milkshake without ice cream? Absolutely! The recipe below is a healthier version of the classic chocolate milkshake you might know. This delicious milkshake is perfect for everyone who tries to cut back on calories. It can be enjoyed all year round but tastes especially good during hot summer days! For more creamy milkshake recipes without ice cream check out Strawberry Milkshake without ice
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How to Make a Chocolate Milkshake Without Ice CreamThis healthy chocolate milkshake recipe includes only 6 basic ingredients and is ready within 5 minutes. For best results, you'll need a fairly strong blender. A regular blender won't be able to chop up the dates and create a perfectly smooth and creamy texture. Step 1: BlendAdd all of the ingredients to a high-speed blender and blend until smooth. If you prefer a thicker texture, use less milk or add more ice cubes. For a runnier milkshake, gradually add more milk. Step 2: AssembleTransfer the shake to a serving glass and add toppings of choice such as whipped cream or cocoa powder. Find more ideas below. Optional Add-Ins
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FAQsWhat can you use instead of ice cream in a milkshake? Instead of numerous scoops of ice cream, you could use a frozen banana, ice cubes or a mixture of both to create a perfectly thick chocolate shake. Is this milkshake healthy? Because it's sweetened with dates and there's no ice cream included, the amount of sugar and fat might be lower than in more regular milkshake recipes. Can I skip the dates? The dates are used as a sweetener in this recipes- if you don't want to include them you'll need to replace them with another sweetener of choice. Do I need to add the melted chocolate? No, you could use more cocoa powder instead, but the milkshake will be less sweet and chocolatey. If you tried this or any other recipe on the blog let me know how you liked it by leaving a comment or rating below! SIGN UP for the WSK newsletter and get the newest recipes delivered right to your inbox! 📖 Recipe
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Serving: 1big glass. | Calories: 567kcal | Carbohydrates: 108g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 7g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 127mg | Potassium: 1374mg | Fiber: 11g | Sugar: 84g | Vitamin A: 1110IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 393mg | Iron: 3mg All nutritional information is based on third-party calculations and should be considered estimates. Leave a rating and comment telling us how you liked it! Or tag @wholefoodsoulfood__kitchen on Instagram so we can admire your creations! Reader InteractionsWhat can you use instead of ice cream in a milkshake?For the simplest no-ice-cream milkshake, simply blend ice cubes with milk, sugar, and a dash of vanilla extract. The more fat that's in the milk, the creamier your milkshake will be—if you want a super-creamy milkshake, use equal parts heavy cream and milk.
How do you make an ice cream milkshake without a blender?To make a milkshake without a blender, start by adding 3 parts ice cream and 1 part milk to a bowl. Then, use a spoon or a whisk to mix the ice cream and milk together. Once you're satisfied with the consistency, pour your milkshake into a glass, top it with some whipped cream, and enjoy!
How do you thicken a milkshake without ice cream?While a milkshake without ice cream can be just as delicious, adding a thickener such as egg yolk will significantly improve its texture and make it taste more like a traditional milkshake. Elizabeth from Livingthenourishedlife.com likes to add raw egg yolks to smoothies because they give them a milkshake texture.
Can you blend a milkshake without a blender?If you don't have a blender, you can still make a tasty milkshake with a whisk and a large mixing bowl. Add ice cream to the mixing bowl and slowly incorporate the milk while whisking. Finely chop any mix-ins and whisk until you've reached your desired consistency.
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