Beat the heat with this quick and easy Oreo milkshake. We’ve combined creamy vanilla ice cream, cold coffee, and Oreo cookies to create a sweet shake that's unlike any other. It's the perfect way to cool off on a hot day.
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Most days we brew a full pot of coffee, and finish it before the morning is over. But every once in a while we have leftovers, so I have to find ways to use the extra joe.
Usually I just freeze it into cubes for my cold brew coffee in the afternoon. But since it is hot and humid right now, I decided that a thick milkshake would be a fun afternoon treat.
I poured the extra coffee from the morning into the blender with vanilla ice cream and Oreo cookies. In minutes I was enjoying a mocha Oreo milkshake!
Why Make this Oreo Shake Recipe
If you love cookies and cream, this Oreo milkshake will satisfy your sweet tooth. No need to go out for dessert. It is easy to mix up fancy milkshakes in your own kitchen.
- Quick and easy. Toss everything into a blender, pulse until you reach your desired consistency, and enjoy.
- Great summer pick-me-up. Adding coffee to the Oreo shake gives it a little bit of a caffeine punch. Perfect for that afternoon slump when you need some energy.
- Loaded with Oreo cookies. The combination of crunchy cookies and creamy ice cream creates a rich and indulgent dessert.
Key Ingredients
You can create this delicious Oreo milkshake in minutes. All you need are three simple ingredients and a blender.
- Ice Cream - Vanilla ice cream is the classic flavor in this shake, but any flavor you love will work.
- Oreo Cookies - Gives the shake a delicious cookies and cream flavor. Plus, you can use them for a fun topping.
- Coffee - We love the flavor that chilled coffee gives these shakes. Feel free to use whatever milk you prefer instead.
BruCrew Tip: Use leftover cookies to make these chocolate Oreo cookies or these Oreo strawberry shortcakes.
How to Make an Oreo Milkshake
You can make an easy Oreo milkshake that is creamy, thick, and rich in just a few minutes.
- Add the ice cream and coffee (or milk) to a blender and pulse until mixed together.
- Add the Oreo cookie chunks and blend the mixture again. If you want larger chunks, blend it for less time.
- Drizzle chocolate sauce on the inside of chilled glasses. Spoon or pour the milkshake in right away. The cold drink will keep the syrup in place.
- Add a swirl of whipped cream, a mini Oreo cookie, some crushed Oreo crumbs, and serve immediately.
Tips and Tricks
- Use cold coffee. Hot coffee will melt your ice cream, leaving you with a thin and watery milkshake. Buy store bought cold brew coffee if you do not have a coffee maker.
- Don't like coffee? Use any type of milk that you have on hand.
- Make it thicker. Adjust the amount of milk or coffee in the blender. I like to start out with a little bit, and then add more as needed.
- Use different cookies. Mint or chocolate cream Oreos add a good flavor to the cookie shake.
- Try other ice cream flavors. Use coffee ice cream for a bigger coffee boost. Cookies and cream ice cream will give it an intense cookie flavor. Peppermint stick ice cream creates a fun holiday drink.
- Add chocolate syrup. The chocolate drizzle inside the glasses makes this look like a gourmet coffee shop drink. It's an optional step, but trust me and do it. It just makes the milkshake look and taste fancier.
FAQs
The best way to thicken a milkshake is to add a little bit more ice cream to the blender. Pulse until you reach the consistency you are looking for. You can also add a frozen banana and blend it to make the milkshake thicker.
We have found that ¼ cup liquid to 1 cup ice cream made the best milkshake consistency. Feel free to add more or less of each ingredient.
Use frozen vanilla yogurt, fat free milk, and Oreo thins to make a lower calorie dessert.
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Recipe
Oreo Shake Recipe
Beat the heat with this quick and easy Oreo shake. We’ve combined creamy vanilla ice cream, cold coffee, and Oreo cookies to create a sweet milkshake that's unlike any other. It's the perfect way to cool off on a hot day.
Ingredients
- 3 cups vanilla ice cream
- 8 Oreo cookies, broken into chunks
- ¾ cup cold strong brewed coffee*
- chocolate syrup, for garnish
- Cool Whip
- mini Oreos, for garnish
Instructions
- Place the ice cream and coffee (or milk) in the blender and pulse until mixed through.
- Add the cookie chunks and blend again until mixed in.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup on the inside of two glasses. Pour the milkshake evenly into the cups.
- Top with Cool Whip and mini cookies, if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use cold coffee. Hot coffee will melt your ice cream, leaving you with a thin and watery milkshake. Buy store bought cold brew coffee if you do not have a coffee maker.
- Don't like coffee? Use any type of milk that you have on hand.
- Make it thicker. Adjust the amount of milk or coffee in the blender. I like to start out with a little bit, and then add more as needed.
- Use different cookies. Mint or chocolate cream Oreos add a good flavor to the cookie shake.
- Try other ice cream flavors. Use coffee ice cream for a bigger coffee boost. Cookies and cream ice cream will give it an intense cookie flavor. Peppermint stick ice cream creates a fun holiday drink.
- Add chocolate syrup. The chocolate drizzle inside the glasses makes this look like a gourmet coffee shop drink. It's an optional step, but trust me and do it. It just makes the milkshake look and taste fancier.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 2 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 673Total Fat: 31gSaturated Fat: 17gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 87mgSodium: 338mgCarbohydrates: 90gFiber: 3gSugar: 70gProtein: 10g
*This post was first published July 2011. The photos were updated June 2018 and it was republished July 2023.
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It’s so hot here in the UK right now, I could go for one of these! ????
Marsha | Marsha's Baking Addiction
It's so hot here in the UK right now, I could go for one of these! 🙂
animal jam
I thrive on a schedule as well. This summer has felt like it has flown by, with not a lot of progress being made. I’m looking forward to school as well, but I will miss the lazy family game nights. ????
Katie
P90X is tough! Kudos to you for sticking with it that long. I've never done Billy Blanks, but I'm a fan of every Jillian Michaels video I've ever tried. They kick your booty, but you can definitely see results.
And I don't want to get all fitness preachy on you, but it's not uncommon to see the scale go the wrong way when you're building muscle. Muscle does NOT weigh more than fat, but there's a lot of other things that happen in your body when you're strength training that can make losing weight (or even maintaining) more difficult. *steps off soapbox* 🙂
sheryl
Thank you so much for stopping by Cast Party Wednesday last week. I really appreciate you sharing your recipe with us. I hope you will join us again for another awesome party filled with yummy recipes.
Thanks Again!
Susan @ Busy Home Adventures
This looks delicious!
Morgan
My boys do the same thing with their nerf guns. Have you ever been woken up by being shot with a nerf gun? That is always a pleasant surprise.
Allison @ Alli 'n Son
How awesome would one of these be on a sweltering summer night? Yum!
I hope you'll stop by and link up with Sweet Tooth Friday!
carissa
a few things...
thank you so much for your sweet comment on the loss of my gpa.
also, i run six miles/day and have gained one pound. (ugh!) it's because of the muscles, i tell myself. : ) hopefully that's some consolation.
i stay up late but since my kids require my attention i have to get up at 7 am. bad combo. i too, get almost nothing done. you're not alone.
mmmm... an oreo shake?! the key to my heart!
Something Swanky Cupcakes and Desserts
I always love your stuff 🙂 Thanks for thinking up!!
Ashton
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The Miller Five
I thrive on a schedule as well. This summer has felt like it has flown by, with not a lot of progress being made. I'm looking forward to school as well, but I will miss the lazy family game nights. 🙂
Mindy
i am usually a stickler to a routine. that has all gone out my window this month. i look forward to the schedule as well.
Brandi
Your lazy summer days sound wonderful! It beats going to work and sitting behind a computer all day while staring at the gorgeous weather outside. Have fun for me!
The Answer Is Chocolate
Usually, we in the Pac NW grumble about our Summer weather ( or lack thereof) but I'm glad for our cooler days with the heat wave that's gripping the rest of the country. I do wish I lived close enough to come try that shake though! I guess I'll have to make one here 🙂