10 Crispy Festive Christmas Milkshakes for Every Home Cook

Published By: Debbie Luna
Last Updated:
October 27, 2026

I love everything about the holidays, from last minute gift wrapping on Christmas Eve to lazy leftovers on Boxing Day, and these rich, creamy Christmas milkshakes fit right into every single moment. Sorry, eggnog, but you've officially been replaced. These are the only creamy drinks I want this season, and I've rounded up 10 festive recipes you are going to flip for.

1. Christmas Elf Shake

Just like the name says, this one totally gives off Santa's elf vibes. It's adorable, extra sweet, and oh so delicious! The vanilla ice cream mixed with cream cheese makes every sip taste like a fancy cheesecake you can drink. A little vanilla icing around the rim and a shower of red and green sprinkles makes it pretty enough for any holiday table.

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2. Gingerbread House Milkshakes

Nothing announces the holidays quite like gingerbread. This gingerbread house milkshake is almost too good to be true! It combines vanilla ice cream with rich gingerbread flavor from cinnamon, ginger, and ginger snap cookies. But let's be real, that incredible flavor is only part of why this one is such a showstopper.

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3. Candy Cane Crunch Milkshake

Calling all peppermint lovers, this one is made just for you. Every single sip of this refreshing holiday treat is packed with peppermint flavor. You'll use peppermint vanilla ice cream plus a touch of peppermint extract to keep it light, creamy, and so refreshing.

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4. Disney Frozen Themed Milkshake Recipe

Okay, I know Frozen isn't really a holiday movie, but just look at this thing. It's basically a winter wonderland in a glass! You'll blend vanilla ice cream with milk, a little coconut extract, and some blue food coloring to get that gorgeous icy color. Then comes my favorite part: rim your glass with frosting and dip it right into coconut flakes. That snowy little edge against the icy blue shake is honestly the cutest thing ever.

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5. Snickerdoodle Milkshake

Snickerdoodles are a holiday must at my house. That sweet cinnamon cookie just tastes like Christmas! This milkshake captures all of that because you actually blend the cookie right into the shake. It adds the best little bits of texture and so much warm, spiced flavor.

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6. The Best Peppermint Milkshake

As someone who proudly calls themselves a peppermint fanatic, I simply cannot get enough of this shake. It's a simple mix of vanilla ice cream, milk, and peppermint extract, finished with whipped cream and crushed candy canes on top. Every sip is cool, creamy, and absolutely to die for!

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7. Boozy Grinch Milkshake

Maybe if the Grinch had enjoyed one of these on Christmas Eve, he might have been a whole lot less grumpy! This boozy shake is light, refreshing, and wonderfully strong. The marshmallow cream and vanilla ice cream are a dreamy pair, and the peppermint schnapps adds just the right amount of cozy warmth.

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8. Melted Olaf Milkshake

If you've got a bunch of kids coming over, these adorable melted Olaf milkshakes will absolutely make their day. You'll make the ice cream yourself with heavy whipping cream, sugar, and vanilla extract. After that, the real fun begins with putting these cuties together.

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9. Holiday Pie Milkshakes

Have a mountain of leftover pumpkin pie? Instead of eating it for breakfast, lunch, and dinner every single day, why not blend it into this fun pie shake? You heard me! This recipe mixes creamy vanilla ice cream with actual pumpkin pie.

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10. Eggnog Milkshake

Eggnog is one of those things you either adore or you absolutely can't stand. But this gorgeous eggnog shake is going to win over everyone, even the biggest nog skeptics! You'll blend store bought eggnog, with or without a splash of something boozy, with creamy vanilla ice cream. The result is extra thick, extra rich, and totally sippable.

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Debbie (Deb) started powerlifting and Olympic lifting in High School as part of her track team's programming; She continues to train in order to remain athletic. Inspire US allows Deb to share information related to training, lifting, biomechanics, and more.
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