Toasted Almond Milkshake

Name: Toasted Almond Milkshake
Yield: Makes one 16-ounce milkshake or two 8-ounce milkshakes
Ingredients: 1/2 cup plus 1 tablespoon coarsely chopped almonds, lightly toasted; 3/4 cup whole milk; 1 tablespoon sugar; 1/4 teaspoon pure almond extract; 11 ounces premium vanilla ice cream (about 1 3/4 packed cups); Freshly Whipped Cream (page 154; optional)

December 9, 2011

I love the nuttiness and crunchiness that toasted and chopped almonds add to this milkshake. Just a tiny drop of almond extract is needed to enhance the flavor of the nuts; it should veer toward subtle as opposed to overwhelming. Though the basic recipe is delicious as is, you can also take some liberties, and I have given a couple of suggestions for doing so below. I am partial to the Chocolate Almond Coconut Milkshake, which tastes just like one of my favorite candy bars.

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