How Restaurant Chefs Make a Thick and Creamy Milkshake?

Milkshakes are one of the favourite drinks of Gen Z. Loaded with the goodness of milk, it is a timeless treat adored by many. It soothes the senses with its indulgent taste and velvety smooth texture. What makes the best shakes in Calgary NE truly special is its thickness and creaminess. The perfection in its consistent thickness is brought about by the inclusion of cream which makes it a decadent dessert from a simple drink.

But making a thick and creamy milkshake is not an easy task so the restaurants in Calgary follow an artistic style for achieving the perfect balance in texture, flavour and consistency. With years of practice, restaurants have mastered the art of making a perfect milkshake that leaves customers craving more. 

Below in this article, we have shared much about the techniques and tricks followed by chefs to craft this irresistible treat.

Choosing the Right Ingredients

Chefs select the right ingredients before they begin following the artistic style of preparing milkshakes.

They choose quality materials such as ice cream, sugar syrup, pure milk and fruit pulp. All these healthy ingredients serve as the base for a smooth and thick creamy milkshake. They choose flavours based on the preference of the customer such as Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry and others.

They add the final texture to the shake by adding milk, which helps in maintaining consistency. Some also add cream to enhance the creaminess and richness.

Achieving the Right Thickness

Although chefs add cream or milk to balance the thickness of the shake, it is not such an easy task. They need to follow the right ratio of ice cream, milk and cream. Too much inclusion of milk can make the shake thin and runny whereas if extra ice cream is added it can make the shake dense and difficult. 

Restaurant chefs with their years of practice are usually skilled in determining the perfect ratio. They often add ice cream starting with 2 to 3 scoops for every 1/2 to 3/4 cup of milk.

Not only this they always follow perfection in blending. Blending time and speed also play a part. They know that blending the shake for just the right amount of time will ensure that all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Secrets to Extra Creaminess

The secret to offering extra creaminess to customers is in the inclusion of a few secret ingredients that can take the shake to the next level of creaminess.

Expert chefs often add a splash of vanilla extract or a dollop of sweetened condensed milk to intensify the flavour and richness.

For an extra decadent touch, some chefs add a bit of whipped cream or a scoop of creamy custard while blending. It allows them to serve a shake with an even more velvety texture.

Blending the Perfect Milkshake

Chefs usually start the blending process at a low speed, allowing the milk and ice cream to combine gently. Once the shake begins to take shape, the speed is increased to ensure the ingredients are fully incorporated, but care is taken to stop before the shake becomes too liquid. The result should be a milkshake that has a smooth, thick texture, with slight resistance when you pull the straw out.

They slowly begin blending and combine the ingredients gently. Once the shake begins to take shape they increase the speed, ensuring all ingredients are fully incorporated.

Garnishing for the Final Touch

Chefs know that the shake their customers demand is not complete without a delightful garnish. They go beyond normal when they add toppings. They serve the best shakes in Calgary NE with whipped cream, drizzled chocolate and caramel syrup. Some add a cherry on top of the shake to make it eye-soothing. In Calgary, many restaurants serve shakes by elegantly garnishing them with a chocolate wafer and cookies.