Is there anything better than a delicious dairy free milkshake? This cookies and cream flavored shake contains just four ingredients and is perfect for anyone needing a dairy free dessert. Simple and delicious!
Ingredients and Instructions
Here’s a photo of what you’ll need and selected ingredient notes with product suggestions:
- Dairy-free vanilla ice cream – I used Planet Oat Vanilla in the photos here.I liked the sweet taste and creamy texture of this brand. Other options include So Delicious Very Vanilla (cashew milk base), Favorite Day Vanilla Bean (Target’s brand with an almond milk base), or Oatly Vanilla (oat milk base).
- Chocolate sandwich cookies – I used Oreos, which don’t contain dairy by ingredients. Keep in mind that Oreos may have cross contamination with milk products in some locations, so if you have an anaphylactic allergy, it may be wise to avoid them and look for another brand of sandwich cookie. If you can’t find one, use any allergy-friendly chocolate cookie instead. (For example, Enjoy Life’s crunchy chocolate cookie could work in this shake).
- Oat milk – Any dairy-free milk works here! Oat milk tends to be a bit creamier than other varieties, so that’s why I chose it for this recipe. I like Planet Oat, Chobani, or Oatly for oat milk.
- Dairy-free whipped cream – You don’t necessarily need this, but isn’t a milkshake so much more fun with a bunch of whipped cream on top?! My favorite dairy-free whipped cream is the Gay Lea (got it from ALDI) which is what’s in the photo above; I find it works perfectly and dispenses from the can easily. Reddi Whip also makes two dairy-free whipped toppings (an almond-forward version and a coconut-forward version) which are available at most major grocery stores. They seem to have issues sometimes with dispensing; you can reduce these issues by following the instructions for running them under warm water and shaking prior to using.
Once you’ve got all your ingredients, toss 1 cup of ice cream, 3 cookies, and 3 tablespoons of oat milk in a blender cup.
Blend that all up. Add whipped cream and another crushed cookie to the top, and be ready to be wowed by the delicious shake!
Recipe FAQ
Here are some common questions that may come up as you prepare this recipe:
Yes. If you don’t have a blender, place the ice cream in a mason jar (without a lid) and microwave for about 5-7 seconds, until soft but not melted. Add the milk and any add-ins (like crushed oreos), place the lid on the jar, and shake well. Enjoy.
It’s not recommended to make them in advance. If you need to, you can do so and place it in the freezer until ready to enjoy, and then microwave for a few seconds to make it drinkable. However, this process can result in ice crystals forming and the milkshake won’t be as creamy as freshly made.
Sure – if serving to adults and you want an alcoholic version, try adding some Kahlúa, or a vanilla or cake-flavored vodka. (Double check any brand you are considering purchasing to confirm it is dairy free). Do not add booze if you are pregnant. If you are nursing and choose to drink, wait several hours after drinking until the alcohol has cleared your system before you nurse.
Allergens in this Recipe
Disclaimer: I’ve identified potential allergens below but as always, check the ingredients and labels to verify for yourself. There’s always I chance I may miss something or that a manufacturer has changed formulations.
As written with the ingredients I chose to use, this recipe is dairy free.
The oat milk ice cream that I used had a cross contamination warning for eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy and wheat. If you are peanut or tree nut free and have an anaphylactic allergy, I recommend looking for other brands of dairy-free ice cream that do not risk cross contamination.
This recipe does contain wheat/gluten (in the Oreos), soy (in the Oreos), and coconut (in the whipped topping). To make this wheat/gluten free and soy free, simply choose an allergen-free chocolate cookie instead of Oreos.
More Dairy Free Desserts
Satisfy your sweet tooth with any number of dairy free dessert recipes on our site:
I hope you enjoy this dairy free milkshake! If you get a chance to try it, feel free to leave a recipe rating or comment below.
Dairy Free Cookies and Cream Milkshake
Ingredients
- 1 cup vanilla dairy-free ice cream
- 3 tbsp oat milk
- 4 Oreos, divided
- Dairy-free whipped cream (optional for topping)
Instructions
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Blend the ice cream, oat milk, and 3 of the Oreo cookies in a blender until smooth and creamy.
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Pour into a cup. Garnish with dairy-free whipped cream. Crush the last remaining Oreo and sprinkle on top.
Recipe Notes
- This makes a single milkshake of approximately 8 ounces, or can be split for two mini milkshakes. The nutrition analysis below is for the entire recipe.
Nutrition facts (approximate): 594 calories, 25.5 g fat, 17 g saturated fat, 300 mg sodium, 90 g carbohydrate, 3.5 g fiber, 43.5 g sugar, 4.5 g protein, Vitamin D: 4%, Calcium: 6%, Iron: 9%, Potassium: 4%
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