Boozy Snickers Milkshake
An indulgent, adult-only twist on a classic treat. This rich milkshake blends creamy vanilla ice cream with the nutty, caramel crunch of crushed Snickers bars, elevated by a smooth kick of chocolate liqueur. Perfect for dessert or a decadent summer refreshment.
What it tastes like
The aroma is dominated by roasted peanuts and cocoa from the crushed candy bars and chocolate liqueur. The texture is thick and creamy with granular bits of nougat and peanut throughout. It tastes of heavy sugar and milk chocolate, finishing with a lingering caramel sweetness and a subtle alcoholic warmth.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Vanilla Ice Cream3 ml
- Whole Milk1 ml
- Godiva Chocolate Liqueur4 oz
- Caramel Sauce4 tbsp
- Chocolate Sauce4 tbsp
- Mini Snickers Bars15 wholes
- Whipped Cream0.5 ml
Preparation
- 1
Place the mini Snickers bars into a durable plastic bag, seal it, and roll over them with a rolling pin until the candy is crushed into small bits.
- 2
Combine the crushed Snickers pieces, vanilla ice cream, milk, caramel sauce, chocolate sauce, and Godiva chocolate liqueur in a blender.
- 3
Blend on high speed until the mixture is thick, creamy, and frothy.
- 4
Pour the mixture into chilled glasses.
- 5
Top generously with whipped cream and an optional extra drizzle of chocolate liqueur.
Substitutions
- Godiva Chocolate LiqueurBaileys Irish Cream — This adds a creamy, whiskey-based undertone and reduces the intensity of the cocoa.
- Whole MilkUnsweetened Almond Milk — This slightly thins the consistency and emphasizes the nutty notes of the candy bars.
- Vanilla Ice CreamSalted Caramel Ice Cream — This increases the savory-sweet contrast and deepens the caramel profile of the drink.
- Mini Snickers BarsRoasted Peanuts and Toffee Bits — This maintains the essential crunch and saltiness while slightly reducing the overall sugar content.
Variations
Mocha Snickers Shake
Replace half of the milk with chilled espresso or cold brew coffee to add a roasted bitterness that balances the sugar.
Spiced Peanut Shake
Add a half-ounce of dark rum and a pinch of sea salt to enhance the molasses notes and the savory peanut flavor.