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Lots of people celebrate this day on January 7th, which seems to be the original (though unofficial) date for the celebration. In 2009, however, the government of Russia declared the day to be a professional holiday, and set the date as September 13th (Sept 12th on leap years)

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Chocolate Milk Shake Day

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Dating from 1885, Chocolate Milk Shake Day celebrates a drink loved by old and young alike. Originally served in bars, a milk shake was an alcoholic concoction of whisky, eggs and cream. If the customer enjoyed the drink, he shook hands and tipped the barman. By 1900, the whisky was replaced with chocolate, vanilla or strawberry syrup. In 1922, a Wahlgreen's employee added Horlick's malted milk powder to the mixture and the first malted shake was born. When Steven Poplawski invented the electric blender in 1922, the texture of milkshakes changed from smooth, thick and creamy to the frothy airy consistency loved today.

Celebrate this special day by going out with friends and family for chocolate shakes at a traditional soda fountain or check out recipes and blend some different chocolate shakes at home. And don't forget the whipped cream!

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How to Make a Chocolate Milkshake

Chocolate milkshakes are simple to make and always taste good if you are a chocolate lover. You can throw one together with a few ingredients, or experiment with all kinds of extra flavors.

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 5 minutes

Total time: 15 minutes

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Ingredients

Makes one large or two small milkshakes

Milk, cup (60 mL) to 1 cup (240 mL), based on desired thickness

Chocolate or vanilla ice cream or frozen yogurt, two large scoops

Chocolate (a few squares), or chocolate syrup (2 tbsp / 30 mL) (optional unless using vanilla ice cream)

Whipped cream (optional)

See additional ingredients for more optional toppings and variations

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Step 1. Whether you're using a tall glass or a classic metal cup, popping it in the freezer for a few minutes will keep your milkshake frosty as you sip it. There's no need to stand around get started on the milkshake while you wait.

Step 2

The ice cream soften. Using ice cream straight from the freezer can make your milkshake taste dilute, thin, or icy. You'll have much better results if you leave the ice cream out on the counter for about ten minutes, until it's soft and just beginning to melt around the edges.

On a hot day, put the ice cream in the refrigerator for about 30 minutes instead.

Heating the ice cream too fast can ruin the texture. This gentle method is best.

Skip this step if using frozen yogurt.

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Step 3

Combine ingredients. Add two large scoops of the softened ice cream or frozen yogurt to a blender or milkshake maker. Use a large stainless steel bowl instead if you don't have a blender. Add cup (60 mL) milk for a thick milkshake, or up to a full cup (240 mL) if you prefer a thinner drink.

Whole milk makes a richer shake, while low fat or skim milk is a healthier option.

For an extremely rich milkshake, also blend in 12 tablespoons (1530 mL) heavy whipping cream.

Crushed ice will dilute your milkshake's flavor. Use extra milk instead to thin the shake, and pop the milkshake in the freezer for a few minutes if it's too runny.

Step 4

Add chocolate if necessary. If you used vanilla ice cream, or you want to enhance the chocolate flavor, add one of these ingredients:

2 tablespoons (30 mL) chocolate syrup, blended for another 1030 seconds. Use up to 4 tablespoons (60 mL) if using vanilla ice cream.

Melt a few squares of chocolate or a handful of chocolate chips in a double boiler, or zap in the microwave for 10 seconds at a time, stirring in between zaps. If using this as your only chocolate ingredient, use approximately cup (60 mL) of chocolate.

2 tablespoons (30 mL) cocoa powder will add flavor to an already-chocolatey shake, but may not be strong enough to use as the only chocolate ingredient.

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Step 5

Blend or whisk together. This is easiest with a blender, milkshake maker, or stick blender, on a low setting. If you don't have one of these, burn off some calories in advance with a sturdy whisk.

Semi-frozen ice cream is easiest to blend with a series of short pulses, or with a sturdy fork instead of a whisk. If it still won't blend, mash it against the sides with a rubber spatula or flat spoon and try again.[3]

Step 6

Serve in a cold glass. Taste before you pour it into the glass, so you have the option to blend in more milk (thinner) or more ice cream (thickener). Optionally, top with a dollop of whipping cream, and/or a sprinkle of chocolate shavings, or check out the wilder variations below.

Serve with a spoon or thick straw.

Step 7

For a spicier, more complex flavor, use Mexican chocolate ice cream from a Latin market, melt a few squares of Mexican chocolate and blend it into the shake, or use the ordinary recipe with the following added ingredients:

tsp (1 pinch) ground cinnamon

tsp (1 pinch) ground chiles

tsp (1 drop) vanilla extract

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Step 8

Add espresso powder for heightened flavor. Even if you aren't a coffee fan, a pinch of espresso powder will make the shake earthier and toastier. For a stronger mocha blast, blend in 23 teaspoons (1015 mL) of the espresso powder instead.[4]

This pairs well with teaspoon (2.5 mL) almond extract.

Step 9

Mix in fruit. Freeze a banana, a couple strawberries, or a handful of raspberries. Slice the frozen fruit into small chunks, then blend for a few seconds to mix the flavors together.

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Step 10

Add chunky sweets. Enter special dessert territory with these solid ingredients. For best results, add after the shake is blended. Leave them on top of the shake or pulse for a few seconds to mix slightly without compromising the texture. Here are a few ideas:

Roughly crush one or two chocolate cookie or a small brownie into several pieces.

Add toasted marshmallows, or even an entire small s'more.[5]

Purchase or make miniature donuts. Keep them mostly dry by placing them around a large straw.[6]

Step 11

Add a splash of liquor. A bit of bourbon, Bailey's, Kahlua, or your favorite liqueur adds a whole new dimension of indulgence. Blend in one shot (3 tablespoons / 45 mL) or to taste.

You may wish to replace some of the milk to avoid thinning the milkshake.

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