Jack in the Box Oreo Matcha Shake Copycat Recipe (Tried It)
This shake disappeared in minutes at our spring gathering! The earthy matcha flavor combines beautifully with sweet Oreo crumbles, creating a perfectly balanced dessert drink. Thick, creamy, topped with whipped cream - it's like drinking a green tea ice cream dream.
Ingredients
Main ingredients
- vanilla ice cream 2 cups
- whole milk 1 cup
- Oreo cookies 6 pieces
- whipped cream 0.5 cup
Seasonings/Sauce
- matcha powder 1.5 tbsp
- granulated sugar 2 tbsp
Nutrition summary
Carbohydrates
68 g
52%
Protein
10 g
8%
Fat
22 g
40%
Cooking steps
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1
Place vanilla ice cream, whole milk, matcha powder, and granulated sugar into a high-powered blender.
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2
Blend on medium-high for 30–45 seconds, scraping down sides as needed, until the matcha is fully dissolved and the shake is thick and creamy.
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3
Add 4 Oreo cookies. Pulse blend a few times (5–10 seconds) to leave some chunky cookie bits for that signature Jack in the Box Oreo crunch.
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4
Pour the shake evenly into two chilled glasses. Top generously with whipped cream.
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5
Crumble the remaining 2 Oreos over the whipped cream for classic texture and serve immediately. This assembly mimics Jack in the Box's thick, spoonable shake presentation.
Personalized Q&A
Q. Does this taste like the real Jack in the Box Oreo Matcha Shake?
Absolutely! Using matcha powder for earthy depth and crumbling Oreos into the thick, creamy vanilla base mirrors Jack in the Box’s balance of flavor and texture. Blending then pulsing keeps classic cookie chunks, and topping with whipped cream gives you that signature dessert drink experience.
Q. Is this recipe hard for a home cook to make?
Not at all! With just 5 simple steps and no specialized equipment beyond a blender, it’s very approachable. You’ll have a spot-on copycat shake ready in about 10 minutes.
Q. Can I substitute any ingredients?
Yes! Swap in non-dairy ice cream or plant milk to suit dietary needs. If you prefer less sweetness, reduce the sugar or use vanilla yogurt instead of ice cream for a lighter take. Store-brand chocolate sandwich cookies also work in place of Oreos.
Q. How many calories are in one homemade Jack in the Box Oreo Matcha Shake?
Each serving contains about 520 kcal, with 68g carbohydrates (52% of calories), 10g protein (8%), and 22g fat (40%).
Q. What’s the key to getting a thick, frosty shake like Jack in the Box does?
Start with very cold ice cream. Don’t over-blend after adding the Oreos—pulsing leaves cookie chunks for authentic texture! Serve immediately so the shake stays thick and frosty like Jack in the Box’s signature style.
