Step 1: Add the Ice Cream and Milk to the Blender

Start by scooping the vanilla ice cream into your blender. I like to use about 4 big scoops, but you can adjust depending on how thick or creamy you want your milkshake. Add the whole milk to the blender. The milk is what will help loosen up the ice cream, making it easier to blend.

Tip: If you want a thicker milkshake, reduce the milk a bit, or if you prefer a thinner consistency, add a little more milk. There’s no right or wrong here!

Step 2: Add the Oreos

Next, it’s time to add the star ingredient—Oreos! I usually add about 10-12 cookies, but feel free to throw in more if you want an extra-cookie flavor. You can break the Oreos in half or just toss them in whole—the blender will take care of them.

Tip: If you like some larger Oreo chunks in your milkshake, pulse the blender a few times before blending it all the way. If you want a smooth milkshake, blend until everything is completely mixed.

Step 3: Blend It All Together

Put the lid on your blender and blend everything until smooth. Start on a lower speed, and gradually increase to high to ensure everything is blended evenly. You should have a creamy, milkshake consistency with small cookie crumbs dispersed throughout.

Tip: Don’t be afraid to stop the blender and scrape down the sides if some of the ice cream gets stuck. A quick pause helps everything blend more smoothly.

Step 4: Taste and Adjust

Give your milkshake a quick taste. If you want more vanilla flavor, add a little more vanilla extract. If you want more Oreo crunch, toss in a few extra cookies. Taste-testing is one of the best parts!

Step 5: Serve and Garnish

Pour the milkshake into glasses and top with a generous swirl of whipped cream (optional, but oh-so-delicious). If you’re feeling extra fancy, drizzle some chocolate syrup inside the glasses before pouring the milkshake for a fun presentation. You can also sprinkle extra crushed Oreos on top for some added texture.