Fruits of the forest milkshake

You may associate milkshakes with an ultratall soda fountain glass filled to the brim with a cold creamy concoction, and an accompanying metal shaker with even more that didn't fit in the glass. At home, we wanted a reasonably sized, but still rich and creamy, serving. We used slightly softened vanilla ice cream (ideal for achieving a creamy, not icy, texture) and transformed it inte a decadent smoothie-like treat by adding a mix of thawed frozen berries. To get the texture and consistency we wanted- smooth and sippable through a straw—we turned to our food processor. The food processor blade (larger than a blender blade) broke down the fruit evenly and efficiently, which helped puree the berries into a smooth base. Next we added our ice cream, a splash of milk, and just a pinch of salt to bring out the flavors. Using frozen berries ensures peak ripeness all year long while providing maximum berry flavor; you can substitute fresh, ripe berries, though the milkshake won't be quite as thick. If you don't have a food processor you can use a blender; adjust blending time as needed before adding the ice cream.

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Let ice cream soften on counter for 15 minutes. Process strawberries and blueberries in food processor until smooth, about 1 minute, scraping down sides of bowl as needed. Add ice cream, milk, and salt and process until smooth, about 1 minute. Pour into chilled glass and serve.