Dairy Queen Blizzard Recipe

Name: Dairy Queen Blizzard
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 5 min
Total time: 20 min
Yield: Serves 1 or more
Ingredients: Vanilla Ice Cream; Sugar; Whipping Cream; Fudge Sauce; Candy Bars

Create your own customizable Dairy Queen Blizzard at home! This recipe lets you unleash your inner mixologist with your favorite chopped cookies and candies. Imagine the creamy swirls of a classic Blizzard, bursting with the crunchy goodness of Oreo cookies, Reese's Peanut Butter Cups, Heath bars, Butterfingers, Smarties, and more! We'll guide you through achieving that iconic thick, frozen texture, even with a standard blender. Get ready for a sweet treat that's unbelievably easy and totally delicious!

Prep Time 15 mins

Cook Time 5 mins

Calories 1163.9 kcal

Protein 34g

Rating 3.3 (3 Reviews)

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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Dairy Queen Blizzard

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How to Make Dairy Queen Blizzard

**Prep Your Mix-ins:** Finely chop your chosen cookies and candies. For the best texture, freeze them for at least 30 minutes before chopping. This helps maintain a colder, thicker consistency in your Blizzard.
**Chill the Base:** Place your chosen ice cream base (see ingredient list) in the freezer for 15 minutes to firm up before blending. This is key for achieving that signature Blizzard thickness.
**Combine and Blend:** Add the chilled ice cream base and the pre-chopped, semi-frozen mix-ins to a powerful blender. Start on a low speed, gradually increasing to medium.
**Blend in Stages:** Blend for 15-20 seconds, then stop and scrape down the sides of the blender with a spatula. Repeat this process 2-3 times until everything is well combined and the mixture is thick and creamy but still slightly icy. Don’t over-blend!
**Adjust Consistency:** If the Blizzard isn’t thick enough, pour it into a freezer-safe container and freeze for 5-10 minutes before serving. For an extra-thick treat, freeze until completely solid.
**Serve and Enjoy:** Spoon your homemade Dairy Queen Blizzard into a chilled glass and savor every delicious bite! Add whipped cream and a cherry for extra flair.