Once you try this salted caramel milkshake, you’ll fall in love. It’s so delicious that everyone will want the recipe—make it for your friends and family and watch it disappear. It truly is the ultimate milkshake. Let’s get to the recipe!
Ingredients for the Salted Caramel Milkshake:
For the milkshake:
- 1 cup milk;
- 3 cups vanilla ice cream;
- ¾ cup caramel sauce;
- Whipped cream to taste (optional);
For the homemade salted caramel:
- 4 tablespoons salted butter;
- ⅓ cup brown sugar;
- ½ cup heavy cream;
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract;
- 1 pinch flaky sea salt.
How to Make the Salted Caramel Milkshake:
- First, let’s prepare the salted caramel:
- In a saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter;
- Once melted, add the brown sugar and whisk well until smooth;
- Add the heavy cream and bring to a gentle boil;
- Once boiling, reduce the heat and let the sauce simmer for about five minutes;
- Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and flaky sea salt;
- Let it cool for a few minutes. The caramel will thicken as it cools;
- Now, let’s make the milkshake:
- In a blender, combine the vanilla ice cream, the prepared salted caramel, and the milk;
- Blend for about 30 seconds until smooth;
- Pour into a serving glass, top with whipped cream, and drizzle with extra caramel sauce;
- Enjoy!
Tips:
You can swap the ice cream flavor if you prefer. Chocolate chip, chocolate, or sweet cream also pair perfectly with the salted caramel.
Did you know?
Salted caramel has soared in popularity over the last few years. While traditional caramel is known for its pure sweetness, adding salt creates a unique flavor contrast that makes the experience more complex and indulgent. This savory-sweet combination has become a staple in modern cooking, appearing in everything from gourmet desserts to decadent beverages.
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