Carnivore Caramel Milkshake
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
❄️ Servings: 1–2
🧾 Ingredients:
Shake Base:
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1 cup heavy cream (or raw cream if preferred)
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½ cup whole milk (optional, or use more cream for strict carnivore)
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2–3 oz cream cheese or mascarpone
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1 tbsp beef gelatin (for thickness, optional)
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Ice (a handful)
Carnivore “Caramel” Sauce:
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2 tbsp unsalted butter (grass-fed preferred)
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1–2 tbsp beef tallow (or more butter)
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1–2 tbsp egg yolk powder OR raw egg yolk (for flavor/thickness)
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Pinch of salt
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Optional: a few drops of vanilla extract (not strictly carnivore but often accepted)
🔧 Directions:
Step 1: Make the Caramel Butter Base
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In a small saucepan, melt the butter and tallow over low heat until it starts to brown slightly (but not burn).
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Stir in the egg yolk powder or raw yolks off heat to create a thickened, creamy “carnivore caramel.”
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Add a pinch of salt for balance. Let it cool for 1–2 minutes.
Step 2: Blend the Shake
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Add to a blender:
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Heavy cream
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Milk (if using)
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Cream cheese or mascarpone
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Ice
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Optional: gelatin for thickening
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Pour in the cooled caramel butter mixture.
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Blend until smooth and creamy.
Step 3: Taste and Adjust
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Want it thicker? Add more cream cheese or gelatin.
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Want it richer? Add more butter or tallow.
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Want it frothier? Add a raw egg white (optional).
🧊 Optional Toppings (Carnivore-Approved):
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Whipped cream (just whipped heavy cream)
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Shaved frozen liver (for the bold)
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Crumbled crispy bacon (for a salty crunch)
🔄 Variations:
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Salted Caramel: Add a touch more salt
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“Mocha” Vibe: Add a dash of egg yolk and browned butter for deeper flavor
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Frozen: Freeze ingredients ahead of time and blend for a frosty consistency
Would you like a version with protein powder or collagen added for extra macros?