How to Make Bobo’s Famous Shake or Malt at Home
Cool off with a sweet sip of nostalgia from one of Topeka’s most beloved diners. Bobo’s Drive In has been serving up classic American favorites since 1948, and their creamy shake and malt recipe is a local legend. Whether you're craving a thick vanilla shake or a rich malt with your favorite flavored syrup, this simple recipe brings the retro charm of Bobo’s right to your kitchen. Just a few ingredients and a blender are all you need to enjoy this timeless treat.
Recipe included in "Carhops, burgers and ... Pie" featured in the summer issue of 2015.
Ingredients
- 1/8 to 1/4 cup milk
- 3/4 to 1 cup Satin Freeze, or other vanilla ice cream
- 1 tablespoon flavored syrup, to taste (or fresh/frozen fruit)
- 1½-teaspoon malt powder, to taste
Instructions
For shakes: Add all of the ingredients, except the malt powder, into a blender and process until smooth. Use as much milk and Satin Freeze as necessary to reach the desired thickness.
For malts: Follow the above step with the malt powder added.
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