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25 Homemade Milkshakes Because Calories Don’t Count in Liquid Form

This article is written by a student writer from the Spoon University at Colgate chapter.

With the recent explosion of the decadent Black Tap milkshakes all over the Internet, it seems that the milkshake is having its moment. Milkshake mania seems to be taking the country, in fact, the world, by storm. So why not partake in such a tasty trend? You can spend hours looking for the best local shake, make your own Black Tap-style shake, or you can just whip up an equally delicious one from the comfort of your very own home. Just don’t be alarmed if strange boys start showing up in your yard.

Salted Caramel Pretzel Milkshake

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Photo by Jayna Goldstein

It’s salty, it’s sweet, it’s perfection. Recipe here.

Cookie Butter Milkshake

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Photo by Phoebe Melnick

Say yes to cookie butter. Recipe here.

Nutella Banana Shake

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Photo by Jocelyn Hsu

Bananas and Nutella, a match made in milkshake heaven. Get the recipe.

Boozy Mint Chocolate Chip Oreo Milkshake

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Photo by Max Bartick

Celebrate everyone’s favorite time of week (5 o’clock on Friday) with this doozy. Recipe here.

Apple Pie Milkshake

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Photo by Kevin Rodriguez

Eat your pie and drink it, too. Recipe here.

Rice Krispie Milkshake

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Photo by Phoebe Melnick

This one is really just a work of genius. Get the recipe.

Toasted Marshmallow S’Mores Milkshake

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Photo by Jayna Goldstein

No need for a campfire to get your s’mores fix. Find the recipe here.

Skinny Vanilla Funfetti Milkshake

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Photo by Susanna Tuan

If the question is “Funfetti?” the answer is always “yes.” Get the recipe.

#SpoonTip: If you’re a true Funfetti addict, click here

Oreo Banana Shake

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Photo by Hui Lin

Don’t worry, vegans can join in on the milkshake fun. Recipe here.

#SpoonTip: Vegan dessert is actually some of the best dessert

Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup Milkshake

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Photo by Jocelyn Gordon

CALLING ALL REESE’S ADDICTS. Recipe here.

Salted Caramel Apple Pie Boozy Shake

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Photo by Katie Zizmor

Salty, sweet, creamy, perfect. Find the recipe here.

Frozen Hot Chocolate

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Photo by Karina Rao

Because hot chocolate is good in every form. Get the recipe.

Sweet Potato Pie Boozy Milkshake

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Photo by Katie Zizmor

Think of this shake as Thanksgiving you can drink through a straw.

Salted Caramel Popcorn Milkshake

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Photo by Phoebe Melnick

Nothing better than turning your favorite snack into your new favorite milkshake.

Deconstructed Ice Cream Sandwich Milkshake

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Photo by Jayna Goldstein

What’s better than a Chipwich? A drinkable chipwich.

Cake Batter Milkshake

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Photo by Andrea Kang

Drinkable cake made with only four ingredients? Yes, please. Recipe here.

Everything but the Kitchen Sink Milkshake

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Photo by Jayna Goldstein

All of your favorite sweet and salty treats swirled into one magical shake.

Skinny Strawberry Milkshake

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Photo by Susanna Tuan

Who says you have to feel guilty for indulging? Find the recipe here.

Chocolate Cherry Protein Shake

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Photo by Hana Ezaldein

We guarantee this will motivate you throughout your entire workout. Get the recipe.

#SpoonTip: We’ve got you covered on all the best post-workout snacks

Chocolate Banana Pudding Shake

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Photo by Phoebe Melnick

*Gwen Stefani voice* This shake is bananas.

Pumpkin Milkshake

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Photo by Dara Ades

The pumpkin milkshake trumps the pumpkin latte.

Milky Way Midnight Mischievous Milkshake

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Photo by Astrid Goh

Your favorite candy bar just got an unreal upgrade. Get the recipe here.

Boozy Thin Mint Milkshake

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Photo By Laura Lim

This amazing recipe will bring all the Girl Scouts to your yard.

Frozen Coffee Shake

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Photo by Caitlin Schnack

The most delicious caffeine boost you can find. Recipe here.

Peanut Butter Banana Protein Shake

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Photo by Leah Nordman

So decadent, we promise you won’t even know it’s healthy. Recipe here.

Rebecca is editorial director of Colgate's chapter of Spoon. She loves having an excuse to spend even more time thinking about food. Usually, she can be found scrolling through baking blogs, listening to bad pop-punk music from the early 2000s, or looking for golden retrievers to pet.