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This chocolate brownie shake turns basic ice cream into a decadent dessert that'll knock out your deepest chocolate cravings. Mixing chewy brownies with smooth ice cream makes an ultra-thick, fancy drink that's great for celebrations or when you just need a serious chocolate boost.
I came up with this shake when my nephew's birthday rolled around and we couldn't pick between brownies and ice cream. It was such a smash hit that my chocolate-loving family members ask for it at every get-together now.
Components
- Melted chocolate or ganache for drizzling: Creates a showstopping look and adds extra richness to every taste
- Two brownies: Cut into pieces to give that signature flavor and interesting texture mix
- Four cups vanilla or chocolate ice cream: Makes the smooth base; splurge on good quality for best taste
- Quarter cup heavy cream or whole milk: Controls how thick your shake turns out while keeping it super rich
- Whipped cream: Makes a fluffy topping that slowly melts down into your drink
- Extra brownie bits for topping: Adds crunch and makes it look amazing
Making Your Shake
- Fix up your glasses:
- First, drizzle some melted chocolate inside your glasses in a cool pattern. The cool glass will make the chocolate harden quickly, creating pretty streaks.
- Make it drippy:
- Put some chocolate along the top of each glass so it runs down naturally both inside and out. Stick glasses in the freezer for about 10 minutes to set while you mix up the shake.
- Mix it up:
- Put slightly softened ice cream in your blender with brownie chunks and milk. Softened ice cream blends better without needing extra milk that would make your shake runny.
- Get it just right:
- Hit pulse a few times before blending all the way through. You want it thick enough to hold a spoon up but still easy to pour. Only add more milk if you really need to.
- Top it off:
- Pour your finished shake into the fancy glasses, leaving some room on top. Add a big swirl of whipped cream, then drizzle more chocolate and scatter brownie pieces on top.
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That ganache drizzle really takes this shake from basic to mind-blowing. I learned this trick during my college days working at an ice cream place and I've used it to wow guests ever since. There's something magical about how the warm chocolate makes those stunning patterns against the cold glass.
Customize It
You can easily switch up this brownie shake to match what you like best. For something even more luxurious, swap in coffee ice cream instead of chocolate or vanilla. Coffee really brings out the chocolatey goodness in the brownies and adds more depth. You might also try mint chocolate chip ice cream for a cool twist that goes really well with fudgy brownies.
Keeping It Fresh
Shakes taste best right after you make them, but there are ways to prep ahead. You can blend everything except the milk and keep it in your freezer. When you're ready to drink, let it soften a bit, throw it back in the blender with fresh milk, and give it a few pulses. You can also get the glasses all decorated and keep them in the freezer up to 24 hours before you need them.
Great Combos
Make your shake part of an amazing dessert spread by adding some tasty sidekicks. A few fresh strawberries or raspberries cut through the richness with their tartness. For a really wow-worthy dessert table, serve smaller cups of shake alongside warm cookies for an awesome hot-cold combo that'll make everyone happy.
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Common Questions
- → How do I prepare the ganache?
For easy ganache, get your cream hot but not boiling. Pour it right over chocolate chips and let it sit covered for 5 minutes. Then just stir until it's all smooth and glossy.
- → Can I use vanilla ice cream instead of chocolate?
Absolutely. Vanilla ice cream works great too. You'll still get plenty of chocolate flavor from the brownies and sauce.
- → What toppings can I use for the milkshake?
Go wild with your toppings. Try fresh whipped cream, warm chocolate sauce, crushed brownie bits, or colorful sprinkles for extra fun.
- → How do I rim the glass with chocolate?
Take some melted chocolate and swirl it around the inside of your glass. Then dribble some over the edge so it makes those cool drips. Stick it in the freezer to set up nice and firm.
- → Can I make the milkshake thicker?
Want it thicker? Just cut back on the milk and throw in more brownie chunks or an extra scoop of ice cream when blending.