This Bailey's cookies and cream milkshake is rich, creamy, and wonderfully indulgent. It tastes like a classic cookies and cream shake, but with a cozy grown-up twist that makes it perfect for relaxed evenings or special celebrations.
I first made this on a quiet weekend night when I wanted something sweet but effortless. Five minutes later, I had a thick, spoonable milkshake that felt like dessert and a treat all in one. If you love simple recipes that feel a little special, this one is for you. Let's blend it up.
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Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Thick, creamy cookies and cream flavor
- Ready in just five minutes
- Simple ingredients, no fancy steps
- Easy to adjust thickness and sweetness
- Perfect as a dessert drink for adults
- Feels indulgent without being complicated
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups vanilla ice cream, slightly softened
- ¼ to ½ cup milk, any percentage
- 2 ounces Bailey's Irish Cream or another Irish cream liqueur
- 4 Oreo cookies, plus extra for garnish if desired
- Whipped cream, optional
- Fudge sauce, optional for topping or drizzling inside the glass
Ingredient Notes & Substitutions
Slightly softened ice cream blends much more easily and keeps the shake thick without adding too much milk. I usually scoop the ice cream into the blender and let it sit on the counter for a few minutes while I gather everything else.
Use ¼ cup milk for a thicker, more decadent shake. If you prefer something easier to sip, ½ cup milk gives a lighter texture.
Any Irish cream liqueur works well here, so use what you love or already have on hand.
Instructions
- Add the ice cream, milk, Bailey's, and Oreo cookies to your blender.
- Blend until smooth and pourable. Stop and scrape down the sides if needed.
- If using fudge sauce, drizzle a little inside your glass.
- Pour in the milkshake.
- Top with whipped cream, extra fudge sauce, and a cookie for garnish if you like.
- Serve right away and enjoy responsibly.
Pro Tips for Success
- Let the ice cream soften slightly for easier blending.
- Start with less milk and add more only if needed.
- Pulse first to break up the cookies, then blend until smooth.
- Chill your glass for an extra-cold milkshake experience.
Storage and Reheating
This milkshake is best enjoyed immediately. Once blended, it does not store well and will lose its thick texture if refrigerated.
Make Ahead & Freezing
This recipe is not ideal for making ahead. For the best flavor and texture, blend and serve right away.
Tips and Variations
- Add an extra Oreo for a chunkier texture.
- Drizzle fudge sauce down the inside of the glass for a dessert-style look.
- Use chocolate ice cream for a deeper chocolate flavor.
- Make two smaller shakes instead of one large one for sharing.
FAQs
Yes. Use less milk and slightly firmer ice cream for a thicker shake.
You can skip the liqueur and add a splash of vanilla extract for a classic cookies and cream milkshake.
This makes one large restaurant-style milkshake or two smaller servings.
📖 Recipe
Bailey's Cookies and Cream Milkshake
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 to 2 milkshakes 1x
- Category: Beverage, Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
This Bailey's Cookies and Cream Milkshake is boozy, creamy, and loaded with cookies and chocolate - a grown-up dessert in a glass that's easy to make!
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups vanilla ice cream (about 3 scoops, slightly softened)
- ¼ to ½ cup milk (any percentage)
- 2 ounces (¼ cup) Bailey's Irish Cream
- 4 Oreo cookies
- Whipped cream (optional)
- Fudge sauce (optional)
- Extra Oreo cookies for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Combine ice cream, milk, Bailey's, and Oreo cookies in a blender
- Blend until pourable
- Drizzle fudge sauce inside glass if desired
- Pour in the milkshake
- Top with whipped cream, more fudge sauce, and extra cookies if desired
- Serve and enjoy responsibly
Notes
Use less milk for a thicker shake. Softening the ice cream helps with easier blending, especially for low-powered blenders. Makes 1 large or 2 small shakes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 milkshake
- Calories: 395
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 16g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 50g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Serving Suggestions
I love serving this milkshake in a tall glass with whipped cream and a cookie tucked on top. It is perfect as an after-dinner treat or a cozy dessert drink for adults.
Nutrition & Notes
This recipe makes 1 to 2 milkshakes.
Approximate nutrition is based on two smaller servings and averages about 395 calories total.
I have tested this with different milk amounts, and the thicker version always feels the most indulgent. Adjust it to match your mood.
Reader Reviews or Testimonials
Readers often mention how quick and satisfying this milkshake is. One shared that it has become their go-to dessert when they want something sweet without baking.
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