I'm pretty good with my diet most of the year. Even on the days I'm not and get a craving for McDonald's soft serve ice cream, the machines are usually out of commission. But every spring I drive to the nearest Golden Arches to buy a Shamrock Shake at least twice a week. This limited-time vanilla and mint fast food concoction is undeniably delicious and a real bane to my health.
I've spent the past month using the Ninja Creami to create homemade frozen desserts like protein ice cream and fruit sorbets. The Creami also happens to have an impressive shake function. This got me thinking — what if I could have a Shamrock Shake all year round? Hell, what if I could even make it healthier? With a trusty homemade vanilla ice cream base recipe and some mint, here's how I made it with my Ninja Creami and how well it compares to the real thing.
