Copycat Chick Fil A Peppermint Milkshake Recipe (2024)

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By: Leigh Anne Wilkes

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If you love the Chick-Fil-A Peppermint Milkshake, you can now make it in your own home any time of the year that you want to!

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe!

I pretty much count down the days each holiday season until I see the sign at my local Chick-Fil-A that their holiday peppermint milkshake has arrived!

This year I decided I don’t want to have to wait any longer so I figured out how to make it at home and it is delicious. This shake is made with a base of vanilla ice cream with the addition of candy cane, peppermint extract and flecks of chocolate.

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Ingredients

  • Ice Cream. My favorite brand is Breyer’s Natural Vanilla
  • Milk. I use whole milk
  • Candy Cane.
  • Chocolate Chips
  • Peppermint Syrup or peppermint extract (not the same thing as MINT extract). I used Torani peppermint syrup.
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How to Make a Chick-Fil-A Peppermint Milkshake

  • Combine vanilla ice cream, smashed candy cane, chocolate chips, milk and peppermint syrup into a blender. Add in peppermint syrup or extract.
  • Blend to desired consistency. If you like your shakes thick, add less milk.
  • Top it off with some whipped cream and additional crushed candy cane. And if you want, a maraschino cherry on top!

Tips from Leigh Anne

  1. If your milkshake is too thick, add more milk
  2. If your milkshake is too thin, add more ice cream.
  3. I prefer the flavor of the Torani peppermint syrup but if you all you can find is peppermint extract (not MINT, it’s not the same) it will work fine.
  4. You can also replace both the candy cane and the chocolate chips in the Chick-Fil-A peppermint milkshake by using pieces or chips of peppermint bark
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Frequently Asked Questions

What can I use instead of candy canes?

If you don’t have any leftover candy canes at your house go pick yourself up a bag of the Starlight mints that the stores carry all year long, they will work just fine!

Can I make the peppermint milkshake ahead of time?

A milkshake is best served immediately after blending. You can put it in the freezer but it will harden up and the texture will change. If it freezes solid, I recommend putting it back into the blender and reblending for a smoother consistency.

What’s the best way to crush candy canes?

You can put them in your blender and turn them to powder but I prefer some small chunks of candy cane in my shake so I put them in a zippered plastic bag and hit it with a rolling pin or meat tenderizer(on the smooth side) until they get the consistency I like.

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  • Rootbeer Milkshake

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Copycat Chick-fil-A Peppermint Chip Milkshake Recipe

Recipe From: Leigh Anne Wilkes

This delicious peppermint chocolate chip milkshake is inspired by the version served during the holidays at Chick-fil-A

serves: 2 servings

Prep:10 minutes minutes

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Total:10 minutes minutes

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups vanilla ice cream
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1-2 tsp peppermint extract or 1-2 Tbsp peppermint Torani syrup to taste
  • 4 crushed up candy canes
  • 1/4 cup semi sweet chocolate chips
  • Whipped cream for topping
  • extra crushed candy cane to sprinkle on top.

Instructions

  • Put ice cream, milk, extract and candy canes in blender.

  • Blend until smooth.

  • Add in chocolate chips and pulse for a few seconds.

  • Top off with whipping cream and crushed candy cane.

Tips & Notes:

  • If your milkshake is too thick, add more milk
  • If your milkshake is too thin, add more ice cream.
  • I prefer the flavor of the Torani peppermint syrup but if you all you can find is peppermint extract (not MINT, it’s not the same) it will work fine.
  • You can also replace both the candy cane and the chocolate chips in the Chick-Fil-A peppermint milkshake by using pieces or chips of peppermint bark

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Nutrition Facts:

Serving: 2g Calories: 554kcal (28%) Carbohydrates: 73g (24%) Protein: 7g (14%) Fat: 25g (38%) Saturated Fat: 15g (94%) Cholesterol: 65mg (22%) Sodium: 134mg (6%) Potassium: 470mg (13%) Fiber: 2g (8%) Sugar: 60g (67%) Vitamin A: 655IU (13%) Vitamin C: 0.8mg (1%) Calcium: 252mg (25%) Iron: 1.5mg (8%)

* Disclaimer: All nutrition information are estimates only. Read full disclosure here.

Course:Dessert, Drinks

Cuisine:American

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  1. Serena says

    I tried it with the peppermint extract and thought it was too much peppermint. Nothing like chick fil a. I dumped it out and made a second batch with all the same ingredients EXCEPT the peppermint extract and it was delicious. Omitting the peppermint extract did the trick for us.

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  2. Susan says

    What size candy canes?

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  3. Beth says

    I live in Utah but don’t go to chik fil a… though I might have to now! Oh my yum!

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    • Leigh Anne says

      The shake is only seasonal so you’ll have to wait until next holiday season to get one at Chick Fil A but you can make your own at home.

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  4. Lisa says

    Our chick fil-a divulged that they actually use peppermint chips and peppermint syrup to make these.

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Copycat Chick Fil A Peppermint Milkshake Recipe (2024)

FAQs

What is in the Chick-fil-A peppermint milkshake? ›

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Available seasonally for a limited time, this festive peppermint flavored milkshake is made with Chick-fil-A Icedream® dessert and features chips of peppermint bark, topped off with whipped cream and a cherry.

What is the secret ingredient in milkshake? ›

1 tablespoon flavor boosts: A spoonful of malted milk powder or powdered milk adds extra creaminess that takes milkshakes to the next level. You can also add chocolate syrup or vanilla syrup, or even strawberry jam. If adding an extract, like vanilla, only use 1 teaspoon.

Who makes a peppermint milkshake? ›

Hand-spun the old-fashioned way, the peppermint-flavored milkshake is made with signature Chick-fil-A Icedream dessert and features chips of peppermint bark for a “taste of Christmas tradition in every sip.” Also making a comeback is Chick-fil-A's Chicken Tortilla Soup.

How to get a free peppermint milkshake at Chick-fil-A? ›

Get a coupon for a free Chick-Fil-A Peppermint Chip Milkshake when you click on "Enter the Whoopsery" and then "make" an online milkshake. You'll also be able to send a coupon to someone else as a gift in addition to getting a coupon for yourself.

Does Chick-Fil-A still have peppermint milkshakes 2024? ›

The holiday season marks the return of several seasonal food items, including the iconic Chick-fil-A Peppermint Chip Milkshake. The milkshake will be available at participating locations starting November 13 and continuing through January 6, 2024.

What is the most unhealthy milkshake in the world? ›

The Heath Bar Shake is a milkshake drink sold at Baskin-Robbins, based on the Heath candy bar. It is notable for its high calorie count and was dubbed "The Unhealthiest Drink in America" by Men's Health Magazine. The shake contains 2,310 calories. Vitamin A equiv.

Why put a raw egg in a milkshakes? ›

Raw eggs are quite nutritious, and don't really add any flavour to the milkshake. What they do add is a delicious creaminess and frothiness. Having said that, the egg is totally optional so if you are queasy about the idea, or worried about salmonella poisoning, just leave it out.

What is the best thickener for milkshakes? ›

Frozen ingredients add thickness and help chill the shake without adding excess liquid. Add Thickening Agents: Incorporate thickening agents such as yogurt, Greek yogurt, cottage cheese, or silken tofu.

What is the new peppermint drink at Chick-Fil-A? ›

The Peppermint Iced Coffee combines cold-brewed coffee and 2% milk with pure cane and peppermint syrups. Joining the minty drink is the Frosted Peppermint Chip Coffee, which also includes cold-brewed coffee and peppermint syrup but adds Chick-fil-A Icedream and crunchy peppermint bark chips.

Does Chick-Fil-A use real ice cream in their shakes? ›

For starters, Chick-fil-A's milkshakes don't actually have ice cream at their base but rather the chain's signature Icedream "frozen dairy treat," which Chron reports cannot officially be labeled as ice cream because it does not have the amount of butterfat required by the government to fit the official definition.

Is there chocolate in Chick-Fil-A's peppermint milkshake? ›

This shake is made with a base of vanilla ice cream with the addition of candy cane, peppermint extract and flecks of chocolate.

How much is a large peppermint milkshake at Chick-fil-A? ›

The cost of the milkshake was $4.29, but with tax the total was $4.61. Since it is a holiday special milkshake it is a bit more costly than their typical chocolate, vanilla, strawberry or cookies and cream flavors.

Is there a way to get free Chick-fil-A? ›

Chick-fil-A® restaurants may offer a free Chicken Sandwich to customers in exchange for taking a customer experience survey. If the survey is available, you will see it indicated either on your printed receipt or in your Chick-fil-A® App in the News tab. Was this answer helpful?

How long does Chick-fil-A peppermint shake last? ›

The shake will be available Nov. 13 and will remain on the menu until Jan. 6 or while supplies last. In addition, Chick-fil-A will also have two new coffee items — Frosted Peppermint Chip Coffee and Peppermint Iced Coffee.

Does the peppermint chip milkshake have chocolate? ›

No, it does not. Because it's a milkshake.

What is the mint drink from Chick-Fil-A? ›

A combination of our Sunjoy® beverage (Chick-fil-A® Lemonade and freshly-brewed Sweetened Iced Tea), mixed with watermelon and mint flavors for a refreshing taste.

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