Beat the heat with this quick and easy Oreo milkshake. Creamy vanilla ice cream, chilled coffee, and Oreo cookies combine to make a rich, cookies-and-cream shake that’s perfect for a hot afternoon.
Some mornings we brew a full pot of coffee and finish it quickly, but occasionally there are leftovers. Instead of wasting that extra coffee, freeze it into cubes or use it right away in a refreshing milkshake.
On a humid day, a thick, cold shake sounded ideal. I added the leftover coffee to a blender with vanilla ice cream and Oreo cookies, and in minutes I had a mocha Oreo milkshake that felt indulgent and energizing.
Why Make this Oreo Shake Recipe
This Oreo milkshake is an easy way to satisfy a cookies-and-cream craving without leaving home. It’s simple to prepare, customizable, and perfect as a quick dessert or pick-me-up.
- Quick and easy. Combine ingredients in a blender, pulse to your preferred texture, and serve.
- Great summer pick-me-up. Chilled coffee adds a mild caffeine boost that brightens the shake.
- Loaded with cookies. Crushed Oreo pieces give a pleasant crunch and classic flavor throughout the shake.
Key Ingredients
This shake comes together with just a few pantry staples and a blender.
- Vanilla ice cream – the classic base for a creamy, smooth milkshake. Other flavors work well too.
- Oreo cookies – broken into chunks for texture and flavor; reserve some for topping.
- Cold coffee – chilled brewed coffee or cold brew adds depth; substitute milk if you prefer no coffee.
Tip: Leftover Oreos are great for other treats like cookies or shortcakes—use them in any recipe that calls for cookie crumbs.
How to Make an Oreo Milkshake
Follow these simple steps for a creamy, thick Oreo milkshake.
- Add the ice cream and cold coffee (or milk) to a blender and pulse until combined.
- Stir in or briefly blend the Oreo chunks; blend less for larger cookie pieces, more for a smoother texture.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup along the inside of chilled glasses, then pour the shake in immediately so the syrup stays in place.
- Top with a swirl of whipped cream, a mini Oreo or cookie crumbs, and serve right away.
Tips and Tricks
- Use cold coffee. Hot coffee will melt the ice cream and thin the shake. If you don’t have chilled coffee, use cold brew or let hot coffee cool completely before using.
- No coffee? Any milk—dairy or non-dairy—works well and keeps the shake coffee-free.
- Adjust thickness. Start with less liquid and add more until you reach the desired consistency, or add extra ice cream or a frozen banana to thicken.
- Try different cookies. Mint or chocolate-cream Oreos change the flavor profile nicely.
- Switch ice cream flavors. Coffee ice cream adds more coffee flavor; cookies-and-cream intensifies the cookie taste; peppermint makes a seasonal treat.
- Chocolate syrup garnish. Drizzling syrup inside the glass gives a gourmet look and extra chocolate flavor—optional but recommended.
FAQs
Add more ice cream or a frozen banana and pulse until you reach the thickness you want.
A good starting point is 1/4 cup liquid for 1 cup of ice cream. Adjust to get your preferred consistency.
Use frozen vanilla yogurt, low-fat or plant-based milk, and reduced-calorie cookie options like Oreo Thins to lower calories.
More Oreo Desserts
- Air Fried Oreos
- Salted Caramel Oreo Icebox Cake
- Oreo Brownies
- Oreo Mousse Cake
- Oreo Cappuccino Ice Cream
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Oreo Shake Recipe
Beat the heat with this quick and easy Oreo shake. Creamy vanilla ice cream, cold coffee, and Oreo cookies make a sweet, satisfying milkshake.
Ingredients
- 3 cups vanilla ice cream
- 8 Oreo cookies, broken into chunks
- ¾ cup cold strong brewed coffee* (or milk)
- Chocolate syrup, for garnish
- Whipped topping (optional)
- Mini Oreos, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Place the ice cream and cold coffee (or milk) in a blender and pulse until combined.
- Add the cookie chunks and blend briefly to incorporate.
- Drizzle chocolate syrup inside two chilled glasses, then pour the milkshake evenly into the cups.
- Top with whipped topping and mini cookies if desired. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Use cold coffee. Hot coffee will thin the shake; cold brew or fully cooled coffee works best.
- Make it thicker. Add less liquid or more ice cream; a frozen banana also thickens the shake.
- Flavor variations. Swap cookies, ice cream flavors, or add chocolate syrup for different tastes.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 2
Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 673
Total Fat: 31g
Saturated Fat: 17g
Cholesterol: 87mg
Sodium: 338mg
Carbohydrates: 90g
Fiber: 3g
Sugar: 70g
Protein: 10g
*This post was first published July 2011. Photos were updated June 2018 and the post was republished July 2023.