I’ve been known to repurpose ice creams many different ways: Ice cream sandwiches, floats, dessert nachos, and cakes. So how could I possibly pass up the opportunity to make a milkshake? That’s what I thought!
One bite into my creamy, dreamy Vegan Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream and I knew it was destined for greater things.
So when I got an invite to make a recipe for How Sweet Eats’ virtual baby shower, I knew this was just the thing. Jessica likes all things over the top, flavorful and borderline trashy. (Don’t worry Jessica, I’ll drink your share of bourbon this time).
What makes this shake trashy, you ask? BOURBON, baby. Lotsa bourbon.
My first thought was to make an ice cream float using apple cider or pumpkin beer, but cider is too sweet and beer is not really my thing. So John suggested a milkshake using bourbon. BOOM. Million dollar idea. It makes this shake SO tasty.
That’s why I keep this guy around. Not to mention, where would I be without my part time hand model? Da-da-dang, look at those curves.
This milkshake is everything I hoped it would be:
Creamy
Cold
Mega pumpkin-y
Super sweet
Subtly spiced
Thick
Delicious
& I want more
And as always, simple. Just 5 ingredients and less then 5 minutes. Top it with Coconut Whipped Cream and you’re in business.
I hope you guys enjoy this shake! It’s seriously my new favorite pumpkin indulgence. And I have a LOT of pumpkin goodness going on right now (exhibits A, B and C).
If you make this recipe, be sure to take a picture and tag it #minimalistbaker on Instagram so we can see! Also, maybe add #mymilkshakebringsalltheboystotheyard if you’re feeling adventurous. Yes, even you, Rhonda.
Bourbon Pumpkin Milkshakes
Ingredients
- 4-5 scoops Vegan Pumpkin Ice Cream
- 1 1/2 Tbsp bourbon
- 1/2 tsp each pumpkin pie spice + ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract (optional)
- 3-4 Tbsp unsweetened almond milk
- Coconut Whipped Cream (optional // for topping)
Instructions
- Add all ingredients except the coconut whipped cream to a blender and blend until creamy and smooth. Add more almond milk to thin, and more ice cream to thicken. Taste and adjust flavors as needed.
- Divide between 2 (as original recipe is written // adjust if altering batch size) small glasses and top with coconut whipped cream and additional pumpkin pie spice.
Jaime says
May we leave out the bourbon?
Of course!
Rebecca says
These milkshakes look absolutely perfect. Now I need an excuse to go make one of these!
Sommer @ASpicyPerspective says
This looks like my kind of milkshake! Pinned
Eric says
You obviously have good taste (;
What bourbon do you use?
For baking, I use Trader Joe’s brand because it’s kinda cheap but still tasty! Otherwise, Bulleit is great!
Tracy | Pale Yellow says
A little bourbon is the perfect way to trash it up, looks fantastic!
Sherrie | With Food + Love says
BOURBON, baby!! This is perfection.
Modern Veganista says
Well that’s a little different, might have to add that to my list of recipes to test out!
Heather Mason says
oh my goodness, these look amazing. Never had a pumpkin booze milkshake before, but I bet its amazing!
sara says
WOW. This looks amazing!!
todd wagner says
OMG I was thinking about making a boozy shake for the baby shower. And I’m glad I didn’t because you hit this one outta the park. Stunning!!
Mira says
This looks amazing! I love that it is vegan and has alcohol as well! Beautiful pictures! Pinned!
Lisa [With Style & Grace] says
hell yeah. this is my kind of milkshake!
Erica says
YUM! Wow that looks unreal. And your pictures are phenomenal! I super intrigued by this virtual baby shower!
Katrina @ Warm Vanilla Sugar says
Well this is about to become my favorite milkshake! Love!
Erin Bliss says
Every time I try one of your recipes, it’s a success. I cannot wait to try this one.
Great! Thanks Erin! Let us know how it goes.
The Blonde Chef says
Woah! I didn’t think anything could compare to my favorite pumpkin milkshake.. but you just blew that out of the water! Vegan win!
Levan says
I’ve had bourbon, and I’ve had pumpkin, but I never thought of combining the two into one delicious concoction. This is definitely on my to-devour list.
I wonder what this would taste like with kabocha (Japanese Pumpkin). There were some available in the market near our place the other day and I pondered over trying to use them. :)
Levan
Carmen says
Just made this…. its most deliciously amazingly mouth melting!
hippymomelizabeth says
I love this idea it looks so delicious and I love how you “repurpose” food. Our whole commune would love your milkshake. XO
Danielle says
Yummmm! A must for me this holiday season!!
Ashley says
THE BEST!!! And thanks for making a recipe for the shower! Pumpkin 4 life.
Mai says
This looks so freaking yummy! I love pumpkin and I’m also currentyl eating my self made pumpkin soup. But this… This Milkshake is on a totally new level! I like your blog.
Much love,
Mai
Sasha says
That looks and sounds ridiculous, and I LOVE that gold spoon!!! where did you guys find that? it’s so delicate and contemporary :)
Jennifer @ Show Me the Yummy says
I have all of these ingredients in my kitchen. Right now. I am so excited!!
Hillary | Nutrition Nut on the Run says
I can dig this!
Daisy at Home says
Now this is a pumpkin treat I can seriously get behind! These photos are so great and are making my mouth water!
Susan says
I don’t eat ice cream, but I love this idea. Hope you don’t mind if I play with the idea to make the recipe something I can use.
Cookin Canuck says
Bourbon in a milkshake? Brilliant! I’m not sure I could drink a milkshake any other way if I tasted this one.
Betsy | JavaCupcake.com says
*running to the store for bourbon!!!!!*
Julie @ Table for Two says
Omg, this would be the perfect dessert!!
Dani Meyer says
Shut up. This is NOT vegan! Amazing. Mind blown.
Caroline says
This looks amazing! Pumpkin anything is just the best.
brandi says
you had me at bourbon + milkshake. looks SO good!
Jessica says
thank you, thank you!!! this looks TO DIE FOR. xoxo
Lauren @ Kale and Cookie Dough says
Could that get any better? Absolutely note!
bev @ bevcooks says
I basically want to drink this for the rest of eternity. Thank you for participating!
Joanna @ Everyday Made Fresh says
Oh my goodness, this is an adult milkshake dream come true!
Danielle @.Chits and Chats and Chocolate says
It looks so smooth and creamy! I know what I’m eating this weekend!
Christine @ Gotta Eat Green says
Ohmygaaah. This is perfection. Pure pumpkin, bourbon perfection.
Sarah | The Sugar Hit says
SERIOUSLY, you make vegan food seem like the most attractive, delicious, awesome party! I would never believe that a vegan shake could be awesome, but DANG, GIRL this shake looks incredible! The bourbon, the pumpkin, I’m dying.