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Best Ever Raspberry Milkshake

Home » Recipes » Dessert » Best Ever Raspberry Milkshake

Published February 1, 2023 Last Updated February 1, 2023 / By Sarah 17 Comments

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This fresh Raspberry Milkshake is the best ever. You have to try it! In under 5 minutes you can have an amazing raspberry dessert! 

Raspberry milkshake in a milkshake glass topped with whipped cream, a bowl of fresh raspberries on the side.

How are you keeping cool this summer? Naturally when it’s 100 degrees outside (and 88 degrees inside my house) I crave cold treats. We love to make this Easy Blackberry Ice Cream or our Chick Fil A Frosted Lemonade when the temps get really high. Today I’m sharing another lifelong favorite – a Raspberry Milkshake! And while you’re here, you should check out some of our other amazing dessert recipes!

One of the things I’ve looked forward to every summer since I can remember is the fresh raspberry milkshakes at Bear Lake!

Bear Lake is a beautiful lake in the mountains right on the border of Idaho and Utah. The lake is always packed in the summer because it is so gorgeous. It’s perfect for boating and water skiing, and the locals who live near Bear Lake grow the freshest and most delicious raspberries EVER.

Overhead view of a raspberry milkshake, garnished with raspberries and whipped cream.

The milkshake stands are everywhere in the lake town, and they all claim to be the original. I have my personal favorite, but if we’re being honest, they are all good! 

I don’t live in Utah anymore and some summers I don’t make it there. Last year was one of those years, so I set out to figure out how to recreate a Bear Lake style raspberry milkshake at home.
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How to Make the BEST Raspberry Milkshake:

Add whole milk, ice cream and fresh raspberries to the blender. 

Blend until smooth and serve immediately.

For a nice consistency, you will need to use a powerful blender. I love my KitchenAid Blender so much. (Mine is pink, but it comes in basically every color!)

Pink blender with fresh raspberries, vanilla ice cream and milk in it.

Pro Tips

  • Use the freshest raspberries that you can find! The fresher and riper they are, the better. 
  • Keep the ice cream as cold as possible. Soften it only enough that you can scoop it into the blender. 
  • Chill your glasses in the fridge before pouring for an extra nice touch. It helps the milkshake stay thick and creamy as you enjoy it. We love these milkshake glasses.

raspberry milkshake being poured into a glass.

These are just PERFECT in the summer, or really any time that you can find fresh raspberries! And, if you are feeling adventurous, using chocolate ice cream or adding bananas are some delicious ways to change it up, too! 

Raspberry Milkshake in a milkshake glass topped with whipped cream with fresh raspberries on the table.

I still hope to keep getting back to Bear Lake in the summers when I can, but this really is a good copycat! I hope you all enjoy it as much as I do.  

If you like this recipe we would love if you took the time to leave a comment and positive review! 

Raspberry milkshake in a milkshake glass topped with whipped cream, a bowl of fresh raspberries on the side.

Raspberry Shake

The best raspberry shake you'll ever have! So easy to throw together and totally delicious!
5 from 8 votes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
0 minutes minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes minutes
Servings: 2
Calories: 435kcal
Author: Pretty Providence

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Equipment

  • Blender

Ingredients

  • 6 oz Fresh Raspberries
  • 2.5 cups Vanilla Ice Cream
  • 1 Cup Milk

Instructions

  • Add milk, ice cream and berries to the blender.
  • Blend until smooth and serve immediately.

Notes

Pro Tips
  • Use the freshest raspberries that you can find! The fresher and more ripe they are, the better. Trust me. It makes a difference.
  • Keep the ice cream as cold as possible. Soften it only enough that you can scoop it into the blender.
  • If fresh raspberries aren't available, frozen will work. 

Nutrition

Calories: 435kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 11g | Fat: 20g | Saturated Fat: 12g | Cholesterol: 79mg | Sodium: 185mg | Potassium: 634mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 45g | Vitamin A: 955IU | Vitamin C: 23.3mg | Calcium: 380mg | Iron: 0.7mg
Did you make this recipe?Mention @prettyprovidenceblog or tag #prettyprovidence!

Sarah

This post was originally published in April 2017 and has been updated.

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  1. Marie

    August 03, 2023 at 9:33 am

    5 stars
    Yummy

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  2. Kara

    June 20, 2023 at 8:04 pm

    5 stars
    We also love the raspberry shakes at Bear Lake! This recipe is so easy, and so yummy! Glad we have an option to make them at home, they will be on repeat at our house all summer!

    Reply
  3. Chris Heels

    February 20, 2023 at 4:15 am

    Hi, I’m not allowed ice cream, what extra amount of milk would I need.
    Thanks a lot. x

    Reply
  4. Warren

    July 30, 2022 at 4:18 pm

    5 stars
    Super good sadly I didn’t get enough raspberry’s

    Reply
    • Jessica

      August 11, 2022 at 11:22 am

      Dang it! SO glad you liked it though!

      Reply
  5. Joe

    May 26, 2022 at 12:02 am

    5 stars
    Multiplied blessings be yours! We live in the Denver area and our son lives in Boise. For the last two years we have driven by Bear Lake / Garden City enroute to Boise.. My wife and I were joking about going by GC just to get a raspberry milkshake. Now we don’t have to! What a pleasant surprise to stumble across your website. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
  6. Mark Lyons

    July 17, 2021 at 10:38 pm

    5 stars
    We’ve tried raspberry shakes at Bear Lake and they are wonderful…and so was this recipe! We used our own fresh raspberries…and will have more in future years as we’re moving from Colorado to Cache Valley this fall and we know raspberries grow well there!

    Reply
    • Jessica

      July 18, 2021 at 7:35 pm

      I am so jealous you have your own fresh raspberries! So glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  7. Tammy Calder

    August 17, 2020 at 11:37 pm

    We just happen to be the last local raspberry growers in Garden City. Glad you love our berries!!!

    Reply
    • Sarah

      August 18, 2020 at 10:48 am

      They’re the best!! Keep up the good work! :)

      Reply
  8. Linda Seekins

    July 30, 2020 at 6:34 pm

    5 stars
    Absolutely delicious! A perfect summer treat with just-picked berries!

    Reply
    • Sarah

      July 31, 2020 at 7:08 am

      Yes!!! Thank you, we love it too!

      Reply
  9. Russell Cleveland

    December 14, 2019 at 12:38 pm

    5 stars
    Super good recipe delicious

    Reply
    • Sarah

      December 16, 2019 at 11:02 am

      So glad you liked it!

      Reply
  10. Lynnette Beste

    June 14, 2019 at 10:45 am

    5 stars
    Reminds me of Bear Lake, so yummy!

    Reply
  11. Pam Dana

    June 03, 2019 at 2:30 pm

    This was a super yummy summer treat! Thanks!

    Reply
    • Jessica

      June 03, 2019 at 2:36 pm

      It’s the best! Thanks for taking the time to comment!

      Reply

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