Because you should never let a cupcake go to waste.
Not that they ever do. That would be a travesty. But really, it’s dangerous to live so close to a bakery that makes amazing cupcakes. Walking by nearly every day, you know you could just take 2 minutes to bop in, buy a few cupcakes, and then continue on your merry way home. You could even stuff your face with said cupcakes while finishing your walk home, shoving the box in the nearest trash can and erasing all evidence that you ever entered the cupcake shop in the first place. Oh wait, hips don’t lie? Neither does frosting smeared on your face. Never mind, then.
I’ve been really good about limiting my cupcake consumption over the past 6 years, despite living very close to incredible cupcakes. Mainly because I have a constant fear if I over-indulge in the treats I love, I won’t love them anymore. That’s why I wait until September to start eating pumpkin and stop by December. It makes my pumpkin-eating time way more special and I always keep up my pumpkin excitement.
Anyway, after I took photos of my glitter cupcake stand last week, I realized I had a few cupcakes (couldn’t just buy one!) hanging out in my fridge. Of course, some were consumed as is. But then I started wondering what to do with the remaining cupcakes before Chris could find me passed out in front of the refrigerator covered in frosting. My deep obsession with milkshakes got me thinking, “cupcake milkshakes!” So, I did. I know. Burger King already tried this a while back. I never sampled theirs, but have a feeling I like the simple, homemade version better.
Cupcake Milkshake (makes 1):
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- 1 cupcake of your choice
- 1 1/2 C vanilla ice cream
- 1 C milk (I used skim to be “healthy-ish,” but whole would make the shake thicker)
- Rainbow sprinkles
I have a rainbow sprinkle obsession. Kind of like glitter. If I had my way, I’d decorate the world in glitter and rainbow sprinkles. Wouldn’t that be a happy place?
There really aren’t any complicated instructions behind this recipe. It’s better that way because this is not the kind of recipe you want to spend 8 hours waiting for. You’ll end up drooling too much.
Simply put the cupcake, ice cream, and milk in the blender and combine.
Pour mixture in a glass and top with rainbow sprinkles. Serve with a pretty stripey straw.
I don’t want to force you into anything, but you should make this. It really is a cupcake in a glass. Like, literally.
You could probably try blending the sprinkles into the milkshake, too, for a more colorful shake. But I kind of like the contrast of the rainbow sprinkles against the white shake. Yes, contrast of sprinkles is something I think about often.
Some people don’t like to drink their calories. I don’t blame them. But if drinking your calories means enjoying a cupcake in a glass with ice cream, I’m game. And from now on, whenever I buy cupcakes, I’m going to be sure to buy an extra, so I can make it into a milkshake.
I have a feeling my new obsession is going to be turning all my favorite foods into milkshakes. Watch out. 
What’s your favorite food to turn into a milkshake?
[Sues]
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Um, wow. I want this right now.
This is so fun!!!!! Sprinkles are amazing. I would like to try making a peach pie flavored milkshake
Ummm, you had me at the sprinkles… yum yum yum…
Yum! I think I finished mine in less than 30 seconds.
This is so different than I thought it would be. I figured you had used cake mix for the shake… but an actual cupcake?! Fabulous idea. I don’t think I’ve ever turned any foods into a milkshake, but I like to use peanut butter in milkshakes.
=) YUM!
what a great idea! rainbow sprinkles are my favorite thing ever!
I’ll have to add cupcakes to my “things to put into a milkshake” list! Looks yummy, and I love the sprinkles on top.
oh good gracious me that looks delightful!! i can’t tell you the last time i made my own milkshake. still don’t have a blender at my new apartment (it’s a foodie travesty, i know!) however i used to make a bangin smoothie when i had one that was a banana, some skim milk, some peanut butter, ice and a packet of instant iced coffee (i always used VIA being that starbucks owned my life forever). it sounds kind of funky but it was swell.
*sigh* now i want cupcakes…or milkshakes…or coffee!!
Rainbow sprinkles ~~Rainbow sprinkles ~~I love it~~it’s seems so easy…I will try to do it at home…
I think I love you…… This is like having your very own birthday party any time you want!
I love this idea! Especially for cupcakes that aren’t super amazing by themselves.
Oh Party Favors…havent had one of their cupcakes in WAY too long!! They remind me of my bachelorette party though because my MOH picked up a dozen mini ones with pink flowers to enjoy in teh hotel room
Tasted especially good at 3AM! haha!
Anyways, this sounds fabulous!! I’d love to serve mini versions of these at a party
LOVE this. That cupcake is totally from party favors! I don’t make a lot of milkshakes but did make one recently with caramelized banana. Post forthcoming!
Good. Lord.
Can’t wait to make this!
So did you put the whole thing, frosting and all in??? Genius!
oh my goodness. yes, please! i’ll take one tomorrow night
Yum. I would have never thought to transform a cupcake into a milkshake. Genius. I also never even knew Burger King had a cupcake milkshake, but like you, I’m convinced yours is much better. Hands down.
Love it. There’s a great place in Portland, ME where I live called SIlly’s that makes the most amazing milk shakes with crazy flavor combos. My personal favorites is the cake milkshake, which incorporates a slice into the mix. YUM! So, I can only imagine this is just as good!
Laura
There’s a restaurant that I’ve learned is Southern, since I had never heard of it until I moved to Kentucky, called Zaxby’s. They make an amazing Birthday Cake milkshake, but it’s only available sometimes. Never would have thought of making my own! This is why I follow you guys!
SO simple, yet SO amazing. Love it
Oh my. I see this becoming a major obsession. Looks amazing! Oh, and where did you get the adorable straw from?!
@Rachel- I got the straws off Amazon.com: http://www.amazon.com/Kikkerland-Biodegradable-Paper-Straws-Striped/dp/B004K8N18Q/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1314907835&sr=8-2
They have red and blue, too
LOVE them!
What a creative idea! I seriously cannot even imagine the awesomeness that is a cupcake blended into a milkshake… I may have to explore the idea myself!
If it’s true that you eat first with your eyes, this is definitely a real winner! Your photography is absolutely amazing, Sues!!
Hello yumminess! Is that a word? I love cake and ice cream together, and am obsessed with the idea of drinking my favorite combo!
This is really yummy! The treats are wonderful.
I’m going to follow what everyone else said and just say YUM!!!!!