Love the seasonal Chick-fil-A Peppermint Milkshake? This Copycat Chick-fil-A Peppermint Milkshake is creamy, minty, and studded with chocolatey peppermint pieces. The best part? You can make it year-round with simple ingredients from your pantry!
As a mom with three kids who basically consider the Chick-fil-A drive-thru our second home, I had to figure out how to recreate their peppermint chip milkshake at home. After a few "very official" taste-tests with my husband, this version nailed it: thick, minty, and totally irresistible. If your family loves Chick-fil-A like mine, don't miss my Copycat Chick-fil-A Chicken Tortilla Soup and Copycat Chick-fil-A Sauce too!
Perfect for Christmas movie nights, cookie-baking marathons (check out my Christmas Cookie Collection), or when you're craving that holiday shake in June and can't make it to CFA.
Quick Look: Copycat Chick-fil-A Peppermint Milkshakes
- ⏱️ Prep Time: 5 minutes
- 🔄 Blend Time: 1-2 minutes
- 🕖 Total Time: 7 minutes
- 🥤 Servings: 4
- ⚡ Calories: 255 kcal per serving (may vary)
- 🍬 Topping Ideas: Whipped cream, crushed candy canes, peppermint bark, mini chocolate chips, chocolate syrup, maraschino cherry
- 🎄 Why It's Famous: Classic holiday flavors, chocolate peppermint mix-ins, ultra-creamy texture
- ✅ Difficulty: Easy
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- Quick Look: Copycat Chick-fil-A Peppermint Milkshakes
- What You’ll Love About This Recipe
- Ingredient Notes
- How to Make the Best Chick Fil A Peppermint Milkshake Recipe
- Tips & Fun Serving Ideas
- Storage
- Copycat Chick-Fil-A Peppermint Milkshake Recipe FAQs
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What You’ll Love About This Recipe
- Tastes like the real deal: You get that signature Chick-fil-A peppermint shake flavor without leaving the house.
- Budget-friendly: One batch costs less than a single drive-thru shake (yep… that hurts a little).
- Year-round ingredients: Stock up on candy canes after Christmas and you're set for months.
- Customizable: Make it extra minty, extra chocolaty, or use peppermint ice cream for a faster shortcut.
- Kid and adult approved: It's the kind of holiday dessert drink that makes the whole family smile.
Ingredient Notes
See printable recipe card below for exact measurements.
- Candy Canes: Crushed candy canes, peppermint bark pieces, or peppermint candies all work.
- Chocolate Chips: Mini chips blend best and give you those classic "peppermint chip shake" flecks.
- Vanilla Ice Cream: Choose a rich, high-fat vanilla for the creamiest results. Peppermint ice cream is a fun twist.
- Milk: Whole milk gives you that thick Chick-fil-A texture, however, heavy cream or low-fat milk works too.
- Toppings: Whipped cream, a cherry, sprinkles, crushed candy cane, or chocolate syrup.
How to Make the Best Chick Fil A Peppermint Milkshake Recipe
Step 1. Add candy canes and mini chocolate chips to your blender.
Step 2. Top with vanilla ice cream and milk.
Step 3. Blend on high until smooth, thick, and creamy.
Step 4. Pour into chilled glasses and finish with whipped cream and any of your favorite festive toppings.
Tips & Fun Serving Ideas
- Want more peppermint? Add ½ teaspoon peppermint extract.
- Thicker shake: Add extra ice cream, never ice (it waters things down!).
- Thinner shake: Add a splash of milk.
- Freeze your glasses: Makes the holiday milkshake feel extra frosty and restaurant-quality.
- Perfect Pairings: Try it alongside Christmas favorites like: Chocolate Crinkle Cookies, Peanut Butter Blossoms, or Christmas Puppy Chow.
Storage
- Short Term: Chill in the fridge for a few minutes if needed.
- Longer Storage: Freeze up to 1-2 days. Let thaw slightly and re-blend to restore that creamy milkshake magic.
Copycat Chick-Fil-A Peppermint Milkshake Recipe FAQs
Vanilla ice cream, peppermint candy pieces, chocolate chunks, and peppermint syrup/flavoring.
Prices vary by location, but it typically ranges from $4-$5+ for a seasonal shake.
It's usually from over-blending or adding crushed ice. Stick with ice cream for thickness versus adding ice!
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Chick Fil A Peppermint Milkshake Recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 6 candy canes full size candy canes, or crushed peppermint candies
- 2 tablespoon mini chocolate chips
- 4 scoops vanilla ice-cream or peppermint ice cream for extra minty flavor
- 1 splash whole milk
- optional toppings: whipped cream, crushed candy canes, chocolate chips, chocolate syrup, maraschino cherry
Instructions
- Add candy canes and mini chocolate chips to the blender.
- Top with ice cream and milk.
- Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
- Pour into chilled glasses and top with whipped cream, candy canes, chocolate chips, or a cherry.
Notes
- Extra peppermint: Add ½ teaspoon peppermint extract.
- Thicker shake: Add more ice cream, avoid ice.
- Thinner shake: Add a splash of milk.
- Frosty glasses: Freeze glasses 30 min before serving for that restaurant feel.
- Short-term: Store in the fridge for a few minutes.
- Long-term: Freeze 1-2 days, thaw slightly, then re-blend for creamy perfection.
Catalina says
I tried this at home and it tasted just like the real thing. Cold, creamy, and the peppermint bits were perfect. Such a fun treat!
Kristin Hayes says
Yay! Thanks for the great feedback!
Tammy says
We don’t have a Chick Fil A near us so I was very excited to try this! Soooo delicious and festive! Perfect holiday drink ^_^
Kristin Hayes says
So glad you enjoyed!!
Amy says
YES! The Chick-fil-A peppermint shake is legendary. I love that you created a copycat version so we can enjoy this festive treat anytime. It looks perfectly creamy and minty!
Kristin Hayes says
Soooo yummy! Love that these can now be made year round!
Patricia @ Grab a Plate says
A) one batch is less than getting one at the drive-thru? YES, PLEASE!
B) Oh my goodness – yum! These are absolutely delightful! It really doesn’t get better. Well done!
Kristin Hayes says
Yay!! So glad you enjoy as much as my family!
Ben says
This sounds so good! I love dipping candy canes in milk, and peppermint ice cream is my favorite. I can’t wait to try this.
Kristin Hayes says
Hope you enjoy as much as we do!
Terri says
This is definitley going on my Christmas menu. I love all that minty flavor!
Kristin Hayes says
Enjoy!! Such a yummy and easy to make treat!
Maria says
I’m a Chick-fil-A fangirl, and I would say this is BETTER than theirs.
Kristin Hayes says
Yay!! LOVE hearing this!!
Beth says
These are yummy! I always get the peppermint milkshake, and this is even better than theirs!
Kristin Hayes says
Yay! Glad you enjoyed!!