The trick to a good, thick milkshake is your ice cream-to-milk ratio.

And the only equipment you’ll need is a blender.

Here’s my step-by-step guide on how to make a milkshake at home.

finished milkshakes with straws

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Pour in the milk

Pour in half a cup of milk.

If you want a thicker consistency, use more ice cream and less milk.

Add your flavor

Add in whichever flavor you desire.

three types of milkshakes with red straws

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For a chocolate milkshake, I add in about 1 tablespoon of chocolate syrup.

The same goes for peanut butter.

For a strawberry milkshake, blend up 4 frozen strawberries.

adding ice cream to a blender

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Blend for 10 seconds

Blend for 10 seconds, or until smooth, on low if possible.

If the milkshake is too thick, add more milk.

Traditionally, milkshakes are served with whipped cream and a cherry.

pouring milk into a blender with ice cream

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But honestly, you’re able to top them with sprinkles, chocolateanything, really.

The choice is yours!

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adding chocolate sauce to a blender with milkshake mixture

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blending a chocolate milkshake

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adding whipped cream to a milkshake

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