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    Published: Jul 13, 2016 Β· Modified: Oct 5, 2021 by Amanda Powell Β· This post may contain affiliate links.

    Cake Batter Milkshake

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    A creamy and ultra-decadent cake batter milkshake to help you celebrate your "very merry unbirthday" anytime you want! Only three ingredients, plus an option to make this delicious cake batter shake boozy! 

    Every day is your birthday with this cake batter milkshake! Why celebrate your [un]birthday any other way?

    Alright, for the longest time, I said I wouldn't use boxed cake mix in any of my recipes. And I resisted for two and a half years. I even considered making my own cake mix, but that isn't the same because it won't have that buttery taste, or that familiar imitation vanilla flavor.

    Finally, after having my little cousin (who just turned 10 recently) beg me for a week straight to make him cake batter favored things, I caved and made him this cake batter milkshake. (For my daughter who I don't let drink milkshakes, had my birthday cake smoothie instead).

    I have to admit, I did miss boxed cake mix. I really missed it. I was surprised at how much I actually missed it. Maybe this blog is going in a new direction..... Naaaaaah! But it was a really nice treat to have and tide me over for a while!

    I loved how thick and delectable the cake batter made the milkshake. I wanted to have another glass the second I was finished my first! But I held off because I also had cake that day too. Shameful? Yes. Ashamed? Not one bit.

    There is nothing better than a cake batter milkshake and pretending that every day is your birthday. This delicious shake is only three ingredients!

    You don't have to be like me though because this cake batter milkshake is enough to satisfy most normal people who don't basically live off dessert. It's sweet and satisfying and hits all the right spots. You can also get a little fun with it too by making it boozy.

    Obviously I didn't give the impressionable 1o year old a boozy milkshake, but you better believe I added a bit of something extra to mine! I recommend the whipped cream flavored vodka, or even the cake flavored one if you can get your hands on it! I don't see that flavor around as often as the whipped cream. Of you can go for unflavored vodka.

    I like to keep this blog more or less a happy place. I don't like to get into world events or anything like that here because when you are looking for a cake batter milkshake, you are probably not interested in getting into any of that, and I get it. Me too. Me freaking too, friend.

    I just want to say this. The only way people should be divided is people who like cake batter milkshakes, and people who don't. And the only disputes we should have would be to put sprinkles in the milkshake, or on top. Come on, everyone. let's just remember to love each other!

    And that's it. I won't get into it anymore. I am choosing to keep my piece of internet happy and your bellies full!

    There is nothing better than a cake batter milkshake and pretending that every day is your birthday. This delicious shake is only three ingredients!

    Eat on and smile, loves!

     

    Every day is your birthday with this cake batter milkshake! Why celebrate your [un]birthday any other way?

    Cake Batter Milkshake

    Amanda Powell
    It is impossible to resist this cake batter milkshake.Β 
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Total Time 5 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 8oz glasses
    Calories 338 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 cups vanilla ice cream or cake batter ice cream
    • Β½ cup funfetti dry cake mix
    • 1 β…“ cup whole milk

    Optional

    • β…“ cup flavored vodka I recommend whipped cream or cake flavored
    • 1 Β½ tablespoon frosting
    • sprinkles
    • chocolate syrup
    • Whipped cream

    Instructions
     

    • In a blender, add the ice cream, cake mix, and milk.
    • Blend on low to mix the ingredients, then slowly bring the speed up to high, then blend for about 30 seconds. If using the vodka, add in and blend for another 20 seconds.
    • Optionally line the rim of your cups with frosting, then roll in the sprinkles. Add chocolate syrup to the insides of the glasses.
    • Pour the milkshakes into your glasses. Optionally top with whipped cream and more sprinkles. Serve cold

    Nutrition

    Calories: 338kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 6gFat: 16gSaturated Fat: 9gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 52mgSodium: 221mgPotassium: 306mgFiber: 1gSugar: 36gVitamin A: 549IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 225mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword cake batter, milkshake
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    There is nothing better than a cake batter milkshake and pretending that every day is your birthday. This delicious shake is only three ingredients!

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    Comments

    1. Sarah @ Snixy Kitchen says

      July 19, 2016 at 1:35 am

      I miss funfetti cake mix like you have NO idea. I so wish I was your cousin right now!

      Reply
    2. Maryanne | the little epicurean says

      July 19, 2016 at 1:20 am

      Love it! (And I'd definitely add that optional whipped cream vodka.) I've never thought about adding cake mix to a milkshake, but it's such a great idea!

      Reply
    3. Celeste | The Whole Serving says

      July 17, 2016 at 9:38 pm

      Looks delicious. I love that the chocolate is not completely mixed into the shake.

      Reply
    4. Miranda says

      July 17, 2016 at 3:13 pm

      This milkshake is gorgeous! The pictures are absolutely amazing!

      Reply
    5. Taylor - Lights Camera Catwalk says

      July 16, 2016 at 9:55 pm

      Wow, this looks and sounds DELISH!

      Xx Taylor
      http://lightscameracatwalk.com

      Reply
    6. Phyllis says

      July 15, 2016 at 1:40 pm

      This looks so delicious- and those pictures are really fun!!

      xo,
      Phyllis
      http://desgeulasse.com/

      Reply
    7. Rachel @ Mesa Cooking Co. says

      July 14, 2016 at 8:27 pm

      Love this! Looks totally amazing and addicting. I completely get the difficulty of giving into cake mix - I'm the same way! The thing is though, sometimes cake mix is really, really GOOD. Thank you for sharing this great recipe!

      Reply
      • Amanda says

        July 19, 2016 at 11:34 pm

        Yeah, it's been a while since I had cake mix and it was just so incredibly satisfying!

        Reply
    8. amanda says

      July 14, 2016 at 7:36 pm

      Ms. Amanda Powell for president and sprinkles for all! I LOVE all of your posts, Amanda. Thank you for brightening my day. You have a true gift of photography--the falling sprinkles are magical! I hope you are doing well.
      Always following and waiting for more drool-worthy screen shots!
      Best to you,
      Amanda

      Reply
      • Amanda says

        July 19, 2016 at 11:33 pm

        Thank you so much! You really made my day with this comment!! I am trying to figure out "food in motion" and the sprinkles were an experiment with that. Hopefully you get to try the milkshake one day soon πŸ™‚ xx

        Reply
    9. Heather Kinnaird says

      July 14, 2016 at 1:10 pm

      all I can say is YUM!!

      Reply
    10. Medha @ Whisk & Shout says

      July 14, 2016 at 12:52 pm

      This milkshake looks epic! Love the delicious chocolate syrup dripping everywhere πŸ™‚

      Reply
    11. Kristen Chidsey says

      July 14, 2016 at 7:24 am

      YUM! Like crazy good! Unfortunately I have blood sugar issues so I can't live sweet treats like you--but this may be worth the spike πŸ™‚

      Reply
      • Amanda says

        July 14, 2016 at 10:47 am

        I know how you feel! My grandmother is staying with me and she is diabetic. It's hard for her cause she has a sweet tooth, but can't indulge like she used to. She likes to just get a spoonful from someone else just so she can get a taste. Maybe halve the recipe and split one milkshake with someone? πŸ™‚

        Reply

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