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A Sweet Seasonal Shake
St . Patrick ’ s Day may call to mind hearty meals and pots o ’ gold , but that doesn ’ t mean sweets can ’ t be part of the equation , too . Add dessert to your celebration with this green Minty Shake , a cold , refreshing way to honor the colorful tradition .
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Minty Shake
1 cup whipping cream 1 / 2 teaspoon peppermint extract 2 teaspoons powdered sugar 1 / 2 cup milk 1¾ ounces Baileys Irish Cream liqueur 3 scoops mint chocolate chip ice cream chocolate syrup chopped sugar cookies , for garnish ( optional ) pistachios , for garnish ( optional ) mint chocolate candy , for garnish ( optional )
Using mixer , whisk whipping cream until soft peaks form . Add peppermint extract and powdered sugar ; mix until well blended . Set aside .
In blender , blend milk , liqueur and ice cream until smooth .
Drizzle chocolate syrup inside soda glass . Pour ice cream mixture into glass . Top with whipped cream and garnish with cookies , pistachios and mint chocolate candy , if desired .
Makes 1 serving . n
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