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Birthday Cake Milkshake

Easy Home Cooking
Made with just a few simple ingredients, this milkshake brings classic birthday flavor in under 10 minutes. It’s thick, colorful, and sweet—with a hint of nostalgia thanks to the yellow or white cake mix. Topped with whipped cream and cherries, it’s perfect for birthdays—or any day that needs a little joy.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Blend Time 2 minutes
Total Time 7 minutes
Servings 2 large shakes
Calories 580 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups vanilla ice cream
  • 1 to 1¼ cups cold milk
  • ¼ cup yellow or white cake mix
  • 2 tablespoons sprinkles or jimmies

Toppings (Optional)

  • Whipped cream
  • Extra sprinkles
  • Maraschino cherries

Instructions
 

  • Add vanilla ice cream, cold milk, and cake mix to a blender.
  • Blend until smooth and creamy.
  • Add sprinkles and pulse briefly (1–2 times) to combine without overmixing.
  • Pour into a tall glass.
  • Top with whipped cream, more sprinkles, and a maraschino cherry.
  • Serve immediately and enjoy!
  • See full steps with tips & photos → https://wimpysdiner.net/birthday-cake-milkshake/

Notes

  • You can use white cake mix for a more classic flavor, or funfetti mix for even more color and sweetness.
  • For safety, heat-treat the dry cake mix before use if desired.