Nerds Milkshake Recipe
Posted: 07/09/2014
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A new use for your favorite childhood candy, a Nerds milkshake is fruity, sweet, and so much fun. It’s going to take you back to the good ol’ days!
I have such fond memories growing up of going to church softball games and watching my dad play in the church league. It was a great opportunity to spend time with my friends, and clearly the best part about these evenings was heading to the concession stand and getting some fun treats. One of my childhood favorites were Nerds and to this day, they bring back such fun memories.
(PS: Love Nerds? You’ll love these Nerds Rice Krispie treats and this Nerds Popcorn!)
Milkshakes. Ice cream you can drink. Pretty special stuff. Ice cream + Nerds + whipped cream? Now we’re really talking.
You know what might be the VERY best thing about milkshakes? They take about all of two seconds to whip up. A great treat in less than 5 minutes? Count me in.
This milkshake is versatile, too — throw in whatever kind of Nerds you love. My grocery store happens to carry packages with a mixture of grape and strawberry and they make an absolutely delicious and flavorful milkshake.
Plus, fun colors. E’s favorite colors – purple and pink. But what 3 year old girl doesn’t love purple and pink? So clearly a pink and purple Nerds milkshake is a winner!
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milkshake
A new use for your favorite childhood candy, Nerds milkshakes are fruity, sweet, and so much fun.
Ingredients
- 3 scoops vanilla ice cream (or 1 heaping cup)
- 1/2 cup milk
- one 1.65 ounce package strawberry & grape Nerds candy, extra if desired for garnish
- whipped cream for topping, if desired
Instructions
- In a blender, combine ice cream, milk, and Nerds candy. Blend until smooth. Garnish with whipped cream and additional Nerds candy, if desired.
Notes
- Add more ice cream for a thicker milkshake and more milk for a thinner milkshake.
Nutrition Information
Serving: 12ounces, Calories: 609kcal, Carbohydrates: 84g, Protein: 12g, Fat: 26g, Saturated Fat: 16g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 8g, Cholesterol: 101mg, Sodium: 230mg, Fiber: 3g, Sugar: 64g
This website provides approximate nutrition information for convenience and as a courtesy only. Nutrition data is gathered primarily from the USDA Food Composition Database, whenever available, or otherwise other online calculators.
Husband’s take: He likes this too, but probably still prefers chocolate.
Changes I would make: None at all are necessary.
Difficulty: So easy!
If you’re looking for more milkshakes, make sure to check out the rest of #MilkshakeWeek!
- The Michelangelo Milkshake from Love & Olive Oil
- Cappuccino Milkshake from The Little Kitchen
- Berries & Cream Milkshake from My Baking Addiction
- Birthday Cake Milkshake from Cookies and Cups
- Blueberry Pie Smoothie from Warm Vanilla Sugar
- Mocha Malt Shakes from Bluebonnets & Brownies
- Dark Chocolate Raspberry Milkshake from Dairy Good Life
- Key Lime Pie Milkshakes from Katie’s Cucina
- Peanut Butter Cup Banana Milkshake Recipe from Reluctant Entertainer
Jax says
Hello, is this recipe braces-friendly? Just wondering if the nerds do not leave chunks or pieces in the shake.
Rachel Gurk says
oooh, I’m not sure! I’d recommend checking with your orthodontist. I suppose you could puree it as smooth as you’d like though…
Karen @ The Food Charlatan says
oh my goodness Rachel!! This sounds so good! At BlogHer in San Jose a few years ago they had a Sonic booth and they were giving out slushies with nerds in them and it was the BEST EVER. I have to try this milkshake version for sure. :)
Angie | Big Bear's Wife says
Oh my, I couldn’t get enough nerds candy when I was growing up! I loved them! My husband just bought a milkshake machine for our house because he is milkshake obsessed! Making this asap!
Kelly - Life Made Sweeter says
Wow, what a fun milkshake! Adding the Nerds is such a great idea – love this!
JulieD says
Holy moly these are total genius! eeek I love it!
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
I am so in love with this!! nerds bring back so many memories for me too. Pinned!
Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen says
My kids would FLIP for this!! Adorable milkshake!
Alaina {Fabtastic Eats} says
holy moly! I haven’t had nerds in soooo long. They were always in a top fav of mine though! This is so fun!
Suzanne says
Nerds take me right back to my elementary school years! I remember hiding them in my desk and sneaking handfuls of them when the teacher’s back was turned. My favorite were the green and yellow ones.
Happy Valley Chow says
I haven’t had nerds in forever and boy does this milkshake sound awesome! Great job :)
Happy Blogging!
Thalia @ butter and brioche says
wow this takes me back to my childhood! awesome recipe and post Rachel… left me feeling incredibly nostalgic. will definitely be creating this recipe at some stage. thanks for the ideas!
Angelyn @ Everyday Desserts says
this is so much fun! love this!!
Jackie {The Beeroness} says
I LOVED Nerds as a kid. watermelon was my go-to