How To Make A Birthday Cake Milkshake?

Servings: 1 Total Time: 5 mins Difficulty: Beginner
Birthday Cake Milkshake Recipe - Creamy & Delicious Shake Idea
Colorful Birthday Cake Milkshake topped with whipped cream and candles, alongside a slice of vanilla cake adorned with sprinkles pinit

When you are craving some nostalgic sweetness, nothing beats a homemade cake milk shake that bursts with cream. This creamy delight e takes the flavors of classic birthday cake and whips it up with a smooth, frosty-textured shake to provide you with a fulfilling treat at the comfort of your home. 

In this guide, we walk you through the step-by-step process of making this delectable dessert, how you can customize it, and the common questions answered.

Why Choose A Birthday Cake Milkshake:

A birthday cake milkshake is the ultimate treat for cake and milkshake lovers alike. It is easy to make, takes just a few minutes, and is perfect for birthday celebrations, special occasions, or any time your sweet tooth wants to plead its innocence. The best part? You customize it to suit your favorite cake flavors! For a simple yet delightful recipe, you can check out this Birthday Cake Milkshake recipe for more details.

How to make a cake batter milkshake:

Here are the ingredients and step by step process required to make this birthday cake shake recipe:

Cake Milkshake Ingredients:

In order to make a delightful cake batter shake, you’ll require:

  • unchecked2 cups vanilla ice cream
  • unchecked1 cup milk (whole would work best)
  • unchecked1/2 cup of yellow or funfetti cake mix
  • unchecked1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • uncheckedWhipped cream (for topping)
  • unchecked Sprinkles and cherries.
A colorful Birthday Cake Milkshake with ice cream, sprinkles, whipped cream, cherries, vanilla extract, and a glass of milk with a striped straw.

The Process For Cake In A Shake:

1: Getting Your Blender Ready

  • Grab your milkshake ingredients and prep your blender. 
  • That way, you can blend much smoother and faster.
A blender with scoops of ice cream, surrounded by milk, cake mix, and vanilla extract ingredients on a kitchen countertop.

2: Blending

  • Put the vanilla ice cream with milk, cake mix, and vanilla extract in a blender. 
  • Blend until smooth and creamy.
  •  If it’s too thick, add a little milk to get it to the desired consistency.
A blender filled with creamy vanilla and chocolate ice cream mixture, garnished with whipped cream and a chocolate swirl.

3: Pour the Shake:

  • You can now pour your milkshake cake recipe into a Cold Stone milkshake glass or any other cup you like.
A creamy milkshake topped with swirled soft serve, colorful sprinkles, and a mini rainbow umbrella, spilling onto ice.

4: Garnish:

  • Whipped cream adds the finishing touch, maybe with sprinkles and a cherry crowning it.
  • And voila, your cake batter shake recipe awaits! 
A creamy milkshake topped with whipped cream, colorful sprinkles, and a cherry, surrounded by scattered candies on a vibrant backdrop.

Some Tips On How To Customize:

Here is how you can customize your chocolate cake milkshake: 

Chocolate Lovers 

  • How to make a chocolate cake milkshake?
  •  All chocolate lovers can make chocolate homemade milkshake recipes by replacing vanilla ice cream with chocolate ice cream and using chocolate cake mix.

Sweet Tooth 

  • You can also drizzle either caramel or chocolate syrup on the inside of the glass before you pour in your birthday cake milkshake.
A decadent milkshake topped with whipped cream, chocolate drizzle, caramel, and a wafer cookie, set against a cozy backdrop.

Other Flavors 

  • Swap out the yellow cake mix for red velvet, confetti, or lemon for some exciting flavors.

Extra Crunch 

  •  Crush a few cookies or throw in some mini chocolate chips for a delightful texture.

Health Benefits:

Though the birthday cake shake is quite an extravagance treat, it contains some health benefits too.

Strengthening of Bones: 

  • The milk and ice cream provide calcium for strengthening the bones.

Immediate Energy: 

  • With carbohydrates as an excellent energy source, this shake makes an amazing post-workout drink.

Happiness: 

  • The sugar-and-dairy combination drives serotonin production and improves one’s mood.

 Protein Richness: 

  • With about 8g of protein per serving, this shake allows muscle retention and recovery.

Conclusion

Now that you know how to make a cake batter milkshake, it is time to try it! The best creamy shake is one you can make for celebrations or just to pamper yourself! 

Whether you are going to stick to the classic birthday cake shake recipe or experiment with flavors, this dessert is sure to please any crowd. Relish your milkshake with family and friends together with the flavors of your choice.

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 2 mins Cook Time 2 mins Rest Time 1 min Total Time 5 mins
Cooking Temp: 4  C Servings: 1 Calories: 480-550
Best Season: Winter, Spring

Description

Follow this easy recipe to learn how to make a cake batter milkshake-a deliciously creamy cake shake for any occasion. Try one today!

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Getting Your Blender Ready
    • Grab your milkshake ingredients and prep your blender. 
    • That way, you can blend much smoother and faster.
  1. Blending
    • Put the vanilla ice cream with milk, cake mix, and vanilla extract in a blender. 
    • Blend until smooth and creamy.
    •  If it's too thick, add a little milk to get it to the desired consistency.
  1. Pour the Shake

    You can now pour your milkshake cake recipe into a Cold Stone milkshake glass or any other cup you like.

  1. Garnish
    • Whipped cream adds the finishing touch, maybe with sprinkles and a cherry crowning it.

     

    • And voila, your cake batter shake recipe awaits!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1


Amount Per Serving
Calories 480kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g34%
Saturated Fat 13g65%
Cholesterol 80mg27%
Sodium 210mg9%
Potassium 400mg12%
Total Carbohydrate 68g23%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugars 54g
Protein 8g16%

Vitamin A 150 IU
Calcium 250 mg
Iron 1.5 mg
Vitamin D 2 IU

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

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Can I make milkshake birthday cake without cake mix?

Yes! You can still make a cake-in-a-shake by using a piece of cake in the blender without a cake mix.

How do I make this ice cream cake shake fit for a health-conscious diet?

You can make this shake healthier by using low-fat ice cream, almond milk, or sugar-free cake mix.

Can I make a chocolate one?

Of course! Just opt for chocolate cake mix for this cake batter shake recipe.

Where can i get a birthday cake milkshake?

You can typically get a birthday cake milkshake at any milkshake shop or restaurant and a cafe.

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Sophia Lane

Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Sophia Lane is a passionate foodie with a love for crafting fun, flavorful milkshake recipes that anyone can make. She’s all about taking classic favorites and giving them a fresh twist, making each recipe easy to follow and packed with personality. When Lily’s not experimenting with new flavors, she’s sharing her tips and secrets to help others enjoy the simple joy of a great milkshake.

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