First things first, gather all these delightful ingredients. Prep your countertop, make sure you have everything. Organization helps avoid missteps.

In a large blender, combine the whole milk, vanilla extract, and vanilla frozen dessert. Blend until smooth and creamy. It’s like a warm hug for your palate.

Next, toss in the Andes mints, peppermint essence, and emerald green food coloring. Blend again until the mints are finely chopped and mixed evenly. This will create the shake’s signature color and flavor profile.

Pour the shake into a tall glass. A fancy glass makes everything better, right?

Now for the fun part! Add fluffy whipped topping on top of the shake. Crumble some crushed graham crackers for a crunchy finish.

Finally, finish it off with an Andes mint piece and a maraschino cherry. The sprinkles can come next if you're feeling festive. Let your imagination run wild!