Creamy, fruity, and swirled with the most gorgeous raspberry ribbon — this is one of those treats that feels fancy but takes 5 minutes.

I made this on a whim when I had some extra raspberries and a craving for something cold and sweet. Turns out, it’s so good, it now has a permanent spot in our summer treat rotation. The raspberry swirl makes it feel special (and it looks so pretty in a glass), but it’s incredibly simple to make.

It’s the perfect milkshake to enjoy outside on a warm day or surprise someone with a sweet moment that feels extra thoughtful.

Ingredients

• 1 cup vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt

• 3/4 cup milk of choice

• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Raspberry Swirl:

• 1/2 cup fresh or frozen raspberries

• 1–2 tsp honey or maple syrup

• Optional: squeeze of lemon juice for brightness

Instructions

1. Make the swirl:
   In a small saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, heat raspberries and honey until juicy and syrupy (about 2–3 minutes). Lightly mash and let cool.

2. Blend the milkshake:
   In a blender, combine ice cream, milk, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Swirl and serve:
   Spoon some raspberry swirl around the inside of a tall glass. Pour in the milkshake, then drizzle more raspberry sauce on top. Gently swirl with a spoon or straw. Top with whipped cream and a few fresh raspberries if you’d like!

Sarah’s Tips

• Frozen raspberries give a richer color and cooler temp — great for extra-hot days.

• Want it extra fruity? Add a few raspberries into the blender with the shake.

• For a fancy touch, rim the glass with sugar or a raspberry dust for special occasions.

Nutrition (Per Serving)

• Calories: 210

• Carbs: 26g

• Sugars: 20g

• Fat: 9g

• Protein: 4g

• Fiber: 3g