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Bear Claw Chocolate Milkshake

Published: Jul 4, 2019 by Terri Gilson · Modified: Oct 1, 2021 · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This post may contain affiliate links · 4 Comments

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For years, my absolute favorite milkshake was the Chocolate Milkshake from The Lido Cafe in Calgary. Sadly, the cafe closed down a few years ago. And although I desperately miss those milkshakes, this Bear Claw Chocolate Milkshake has become my new fave! Inspired by the legendary Bear Claw chocolate, a trio of delicious caramel, cashews and pure chocolate, this fancy milkshake is actually a Bear Claw in liquid form, created just for your drinking pleasure!

top of a bear claw fancy milkshake with another in the background

For the past 25 ish years I have lived in Calgary, Alberta, about an hours drive from Banff, Alberta, in the beautiful Rocky Mountains. On our very first visit to Banff, we discovered these delightful little  handmade Bear Claw chocolates at a local chocolatier. And from that day forward, they became a cherished ritual for us on our visits. And when we had children, they also became part of that ritual. This milkshake recipe is an ode to the Bear Claw.

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🥘 Ingredients

  • cashew milk
  • chocolate ice cream
  • caramel sundae sauce
  • chocolates (i.e. turtles)
  • cashews
  • maraschino cherries
  • sprinkles
  • whipped cream

*see recipe card for quantities

📖 Variations

  • Chocolates - you can use any chocolates you want, but the best chocolates are caramel and chocolate (Turtles)
  • Ice cream - you can substitute chocolate frozen yogurt
  • Whipped cream - you can use regular, light, spray bottle or coconut whipped cream

Recently my son wanted to go to a downtown Calgary restaurant called Regrub. He had shown me their crazy milkshakes on Instagram, which they are famous for, and WOW - milkshakes went and got all fancy on me! I mean, these milkshakes are decadent!

At the time, our kitchen ceiling was being repaired, we had no access to our kitchen and had to eat out, so off we went....This is a photo of Regrub's "Krusty the Shake Milkshake", topped with cotton candy, that my daughter ordered. My son's "Cheeseshake" had a huge hunk of cheesecake on top of it.

Milkshake topped with cotton candy

I have to admit that I was at least a wee bit inspired by Regrub to make a fancy milkshake myself. So, in honor of my beloved Lido Cafe Chocolate Milkshake and the famous Bear Claw, I combined the two into this delightful ice cream beverage!

👪 Serving Size

This recipe makes 3 milkshakes. You can double or even triple the recipe by clicking on the blue servings number in the recipe card. Then select the number of servings you would like and the ingredient amounts will adjust accordingly.

🌡️Storage

You can make this drink in advance and simply store it in  juice jugs  (affiliate links) in the freezer (that's what I do).I also store the leftovers the same way. However, you'll want to garnish it with whipped cream and bear claws just prior to serving.

2 full views of chocolate caramel milkshakes

There are a lot of chocolate caramel milkshake recipes out there, but this one is unique. The cashew and caramel are a welcome addition to a chocolate milkshake and perfectly mimic the taste of a Bear Claw. So, if you're looking for an easy, but fancy, milkshake, you'll love this one1

But unless you live around these parts, you probably don't have access to Bears Claws, so I've made it easy for you to make a copycat Bear Claw by using a round caramel chocolate (like a Turtle.)

🔪 Instructions (for bear claw garnish)

  1. On a microwave safe plate, melt chocolates in microwave for 10 seconds, remove. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and transfer chocolates to cookie sheet.
  2. Then gently press 4 cashews into each chocolate.
  3. While chocolate is still warm, poke a hole through the center of each chocolate with straw. Make sure it goes right through.
  4. Then put 2 on each straw and slide near the top. Set in fridge on parchment lined cookie sheet to se
photo showing how to make a bear claw

However, if you have never been out to this neck of the woods, then a visit to Banff, Alberta is a must! And definitely should be on everyone's bucket list. So... as a bonus for sticking around this long, I'm going to let you in on a little insider's secret - where to find the best view in Banff! And you can find all you need to know about visiting Banff, Alberta at Travel Tales of Life.

Mountain view of Banff Alberta

Photo Courtesy of Travel Tales of Life

But just make sure that on your trip to Banff, you stop in at Mountain Chocolates and get yourself a Bear Claw. I can guarantee you it's worth it! Then when you get home, you can relive the memory by making this Bear Claw Chocolate Milkshake.

close up of top of a chocolate caramel milkshake with another in the background

Enjoy!

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top of a bear claw fancy milkshake with another in the background
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📋Bear Claw Chocolate Milkshake Recipe

An ode to the legendary Bear Claw chocolate (from Banff, Alberta), this fancy milkshake is made with the same glorious trio of flavors - cashew, chocolate and caramel!
5 from 2 votes
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Course: Dessert, drink
Cuisine: American
Keyword: bear claw, cashew, chocolate, milkshake
Servings: 3 milkshakes
Calories: 541kcal
Author: Terri Gilson
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 15 minutes
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Equipment

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Ingredients

Milkshake

  • 1.5 cups cashew milk
  • 4 cups chocolate ice cream * can substitute chocolate frozen yogurt
  • ¼ cup caramel sundae sauce

Garnish

  • 6 chocolates, round in shape (such as turtles or another similar shaped chocolate)
  • 24 whole cashews (4 per chocolate)
  • 3 maraschino cherry with stem
  • colored sprinkles
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Instructions

Garnish

  • On a microwave safe plate, melt chocolates in microwave for 10 seconds, remove. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper and transfer chocolates to cookie sheet.
  • Then gently press 4 cashews into each chocolate.
  • While chocolate is still warm, poke a hole through the centre of each chocolate with straw. Make sure it goes right through..
    use straw to poke hole in bear claw milkshake garnish
  • Then put 2 on each straw and slide near the top. Set in fridge on parchment lined cookie sheet to set.

Milkshake

  • Blend chocolate ice cream, cashew milk and caramel together in blender for about 15 seconds or until smooth.
  • Pour into tall glasses, dividing evenly amongst 3.
  • Top with whipped cream.
  • Sprinkle on sprinkles.
  • Top with cherry then add bear claw straw, leaning the bear claws on the straw against the side of the glass. Serve immediately

Notes

👪 SERVING SIZE
This recipe makes 3 milkshakes. You can double or even triple the recipe by clicking on the blue servings number in the recipe card. Then select the number of servings you would like and the ingredient amounts will adjust accordingly.
🌡️STORAGE
You can make this drink in advance and simply store it in  juice jugs  (affiliate links) in the freezer (that's what I do).I also store the leftovers the same way. However, you'll want to garnish it with whipped cream and bear claws just prior to serving.
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Nutrition Facts
📋Bear Claw Chocolate Milkshake Recipe
Amount Per Serving
Calories 541 Calories from Fat 234
% Daily Value*
Fat 26g40%
Saturated Fat 14g88%
Cholesterol 61mg20%
Sodium 303mg13%
Potassium 529mg15%
Carbohydrates 73g24%
Fiber 3g13%
Sugar 53g59%
Protein 9g18%
Vitamin A 750IU15%
Vitamin C 1.2mg1%
Calcium 219mg22%
Iron 2.2mg12%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Nutrition

Calories: 541kcal (27%) | Carbohydrates: 73g (24%) | Protein: 9g (18%) | Fat: 26g (40%) | Saturated Fat: 14g (88%) | Cholesterol: 61mg (20%) | Sodium: 303mg (13%) | Potassium: 529mg (15%) | Fiber: 3g (13%) | Sugar: 53g (59%) | Vitamin A: 750IU (15%) | Vitamin C: 1.2mg (1%) | Calcium: 219mg (22%) | Iron: 2.2mg (12%)
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Comments

  1. Julia

    July 09, 2019 at 3:08 pm

    Wow, fancy milkshakes!!! They look fantastic and sound delicious. I have vague memories of Calgary and the Rocky Mountains when we lived their briefly a million years ago. Beautiful place!!

    Reply
    • Terri Gilson

      July 15, 2019 at 7:48 am

      Thanks, Julia! Yes, very beautiful place and great food too!

      Reply
  2. Sabrina

    July 10, 2019 at 6:20 pm

    You are seriously the drink queen! I loved one of your previous mocktails as well ? This is such a fun take on a Canadian classic treat, I especially love the combination of cashew milk and chocolate ice cream. Very deli, thanks 🙂

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    • Terri Gilson

      July 15, 2019 at 7:47 am

      Awwww thanks, Sabrina! Love making special drinks for the kiddos!

      Reply

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