Can I make this shake without a Sonic drink as the base?
Yes. Blend 1 cup strawberry ice cream, ½ cup whole milk, ¼ cup heavy cream, and ½ tsp vanilla extract as a substitute for the Strawberry Cheesecake Shake base.
How do I prevent the peanut butter from sinking to the bottom?
Swirl the peanut butter into the shake just before serving, or layer it between the shake and whipped cream topping for visual appeal.
What's the best way to crush Oreos for topping?
Place cookies in a sealed plastic bag and crush with a rolling pin or the bottom of a glass for medium chunks, or pulse in a food processor for finer crumbs.
Can I prepare this shake ahead of time?
Blend the shake up to 2 hours ahead and refrigerate, but add whipped cream, peanut butter swirl, and Oreo topping just before serving to maintain texture.
Is this recipe dairy-free or vegan?
No. This shake contains a cheesecake base (dairy) and whipped cream. Substitute with coconut milk ice cream and coconut whipped cream for a vegan version.