Rich Creamy Coffee Shake (Printable Version)

# What You'll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 tablespoon (5 g) cocoa powder
02 - 1 to 1 tablespoon instant coffee or espresso powder (optional)

→ Dairy and Coffee

03 - 1 ½ cups (approximately 3 scoops) ice cream, slightly softened
04 - ½ to ¾ cup milk or cold brewed coffee

→ Toppings (optional)

05 - Whipped cream
06 - Fudge sauce
07 - Chocolate shavings

# How to Make It:

01 - Place cocoa powder and instant coffee or espresso powder (if using) into the blender. Add the slightly softened ice cream and milk or coffee.
02 - Blend until the mixture is smooth, thoroughly combined, and pourable.
03 - Pour the milkshake into a glass, optionally drizzle with fudge sauce, top with whipped cream and chocolate shavings as desired, then enjoy immediately.

# Additional Tips:

01 - Use instant coffee and milk for a classic shake or cold leftover coffee without milk for a stronger coffee flavor. Adjust coffee powder from 1 teaspoon (mild) to 1 tablespoon (intense). Use ½ cup liquid for a thicker texture or up to ¾ cup for a thinner consistency.