For Shamrock Shakes!
While I have no reason to put a single item of "food" from McDonalds to my lips, I am intrigued and inspired by their seasonal delight,
The Shamrock Shake.
Of course since I'm unable to have dairy (among several other things), I'm left only with an option to
VEGANIZE IT!
No, it's not nearly as green as the artificially colored McDonald's version, but it sure is alot healthier :)You could always add some food coloring if you need that visual stimulant.
I find the avocado induced color works fine.
Above, are the ingredients for my veganized version. I used 1/3 c coconut milk, half the avocado, 6 cubes of frozen almond milk, and about a teaspoon of mint extract. To sweeten I used Stevia.
It was all thrown into the blender for about 30 seconds. That's it!
It was all thrown into the blender for about 30 seconds. That's it!
There are MANY variations on making this dessert.
You can use any combination of mint extract, sweetener, avocado, spinach, non-dairy milk, non-dairy yogurt, or even non-dairy ice cream.
I just used what I had on hand.
I think I'll definitely add some spinach next time :)
I just used what I had on hand.
I think I'll definitely add some spinach next time :)
I have been seeing these all over lately, and while I never actually got one from McDonald's I really want one now!
ReplyDeleteIf you grew stevia, you could have some nice green color too. :)
ReplyDeleteCoconut, mint and avocado? What an interesting mix! If I had the ingredients on-hand, I'd definitely try it!
ReplyDeleteThat is such a cute idea, Heather! Your Veganized Shamrock Shake looks delicious!
ReplyDeletewhereee have you been?
ReplyDeleteheather, you still there? thinking about you hope everything is ok
ReplyDeleteThis sounds like a delicious combo girl~And I loved your comment on Katie's blog! It's so encouraging that there are faithful women like you :)
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