Cool Down with Breyers: 5 Milkshake Recipes to Try

When the summer sun is blazing, nothing beats a cold, creamy milkshake. Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue, planning a movie night, or just need a cool-down after a hot day, summer milkshakes are the go-to refreshment. With your favorite Breyers flavors and a handful of simple ingredients, you can blend up a frosty shake that tastes just like the ones you'd find at your favorite diner counter, right from your own kitchen.

5 Easy Milkshake Recipes to Keep Cool This Summer

From classic milkshake flavors to more indulgent, picture-worthy treats, here are five milkshake recipes that will quench your thirst and satisfy your sweet tooth at the same time.

1. Classic Vanilla Milkshake

Let’s start with the ultimate classic: a vanilla milkshake. It’s simple, nostalgic, and never goes out of style. There’s something undeniably satisfying about a vanilla milkshake done right. All it takes is a few scoops of Natural Vanilla, a splash of your favorite milk, and a swirl of whipped cream on top. One sip, and you're instantly transported to carefree summer days.

You could also turn this vanilla milkshake recipe into an indulgent dessert cocktail. Try: Vanilla Bourbon Milkshake.

Double chocolate peanut butter milkshake in a glass

2. Double Chocolate & Peanut Butter Milkshake

Add an extra layer of indulgence to your chocolate milkshake recipe with a swirl of rich peanut butter. Start with a base of Extra Creamy Chocolate, then blend in a generous spoonful of peanut butter. Pick a creamy peanut butter for a thick, velvety texture or a crunchy one if you want a little extra bite. Finish it off by drizzling chocolate syrup around the rim.

Get the recipe: Double Chocolate Peanut Butter Milkshake Recipe

Watching your carb intake? Try this CarbSmart™ Chocolate & Strawberry Shake.

Strawberry Cheescake Milkshake in a glass.

3. Strawberry Cheesecake Milkshake

This dreamy take on the classic strawberry milkshake brings dessert and drink together in one luscious sip. It starts with our Natural Strawberry, blended with cream cheese, strawberry jam, and a sprinkle of graham cracker crumbs for that signature cheesecake crunch. The result? All the rich, creamy flavor of a slice of strawberry cheesecake, served with a straw.

Get the recipe: Strawberry Cheesecake Milkshake Recipe

Breyers Cookies & Cream banana milkshake

4. Cookies & Cream Banana Shake

This shake is pure comfort in a glass. Creamy banana meets the crunch of chocolate cookies in a blend that’s rich, smooth, and just the right amount of sweet. With Cookies & Cream as the base and fresh banana for extra body and flavor, it’s a satisfying twist on a classic that feels both nostalgic and new. Don’t forget the cookie crumble topping for that extra bit of magic.

Get the recipe: Cookies & Cream Banana Shakes

Pro tip: Make this recipe dairy-free by using our Non-Dairy Cookies & Cream frozen dessert and swapping regular milk for plant-based milk.

Glass of peaches milkshake with peach slices in the background

5. Frosty Peaches 'N Cream Milkshake

If you could pour a summer sunset into a glass, it would probably taste like this Frosty Peaches 'N Cream Milkshake. Juicy peaches meet our Extra Creamy Vanilla for a flavor that’s equal parts refreshing and indulgent. A splash of lemon juice adds a little zing, making each sip taste like sunshine.

Get the recipe: Frosty Peaches 'N Cream Milkshakes Recipe

Tips for Customizing Your Milkshakes

Milkshakes are like blank canvases. There are so many ways to make them uniquely yours.

Add-ins: Go wild with mix-ins like crushed cookies, mini candies, chocolate chips, nuts, or flavored syrups.
Dairy-free options: Turn these milkshake recipes into dairy-free delights by swapping Breyers classic ice cream with one of our Non-Dairy options.
Low-sugar swaps: If you’re keeping your carb intake under control or have low-sugar dietary requirements, you can still make decadent, flavorful milkshakes with our CarbSmart™ and No Sugar Added options.

Time to Get Blending

Ready to turn your homemade milkshakes into something unforgettable? Grab your favorite pint of Breyers and blend up the ultimate summer treat.

Which flavor are you blending first? Tag us @breyers on Instagram and show us your summer shake masterpiece!

FAQs

What’s the best ice cream-to-milk ratio?

Start with 2:1 — two parts ice cream to one part milk. You can adjust based on how thick you want your shake to be.

Can I make a milkshake without a blender?

Yes! Let the ice cream soften a bit and use a whisk or hand mixer. You can also add your ingredients into a jar a shake until combined. It takes more effort, but still gets the job done.

How do I keep milkshakes thick in summer heat?

Use chilled glasses and blend with less milk. You can also freeze your mix-ins (like bananas or strawberries) to keep things frosty.

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