Ingredients
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Base: 3 large scoops premium vanilla bean ice cream, 1 ripe banana, and 1/4 cup whole milk.
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Flavor Boost: 2 tablespoons instant banana pudding mix (dry powder) and 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract.
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Textures: 4-5 vanilla wafers or shortbread cookies (crumbled).
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Garnish: Whipped cream, caramel sauce, extra cookie crumbles, and banana slices.
Instructions
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Prep the Glass: For that professional look, drizzle caramel sauce down the inside of a tall glass. If you’re feeling fancy, dip the rim in honey or caramel and press it into crushed cookie crumbs to create a decorative border.
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Blend: In a high-speed blender, combine the ice cream, fresh banana, milk, dry pudding mix, and vanilla extract.
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Pulse for Texture: Once the base is smooth, add 3 vanilla wafers. Pulse 2–3 times—you want small, crunchy bits of cookie throughout the shake, not a total liquid.
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Assemble: Pour the thick mixture into your prepared glass.
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The Topping: Top generously with a mountain of whipped cream. Drizzle more caramel over the peaks, sprinkle with remaining cookie crumbles, and tuck a whole vanilla wafer and a fresh banana slice into the side.
Quick Tips
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Consistency: If the shake is too thick, add milk one tablespoon at a time. If it’s too thin, add another half-scoop of ice cream.
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Temperature: Use a frozen glass to keep the milkshake from melting while you garnish it.
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Banana Choice: Use a spotted, overripe banana for the sweetest, most intense natural flavor.