Because why miss out on all the fun? And why spend all that $$$?

Everyone's talking about the milkshakes at Black Tap in NYC, and how they're taking the internet by storm (too soon?). These shakes are a huge hit, but unfortunately, not everyone can make it to NYC to see what all the fuss is about (or spend $15). Fortunately, we've come up with a few milkshake recipes that will allow you to make something similar in your own home so you can still share in all the fun.

Original post by Carlynn Crosby, Jayna Goldstein, Jen Baron, Jocelyn Gordon and Rachel Barrick for Spoon University – UF.

The Cookies ‘n Cream Shake

This shake is everything you love about an ice cream sandwich and more. Vanilla ice cream is blended together with chocolate chips and topped with whipped cream, freshly-baked cookies, and cookie crumbs for a taste of that classic favorite. Here's how.

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The Banana Cream Pie Shake

One simply cannot deny the fact that pie is one of the most essential, delicious, and versatile desserts to have ever graced our presence. Pie is absolutely perfect in all its forms, and with this twist on the classic banana cream pie, you won’t regret shaking things up. Craving a boozy pumpkin pie milkshake? You can find that recipe here.

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The Salted Caramel Pretzel Shake

The thought of forking over $15 for a taste of a Black Tap milkshake can be horrifying for a college student (thanks, tuition). As a gift to all college students everywhere, we have come up with a salted caramel pretzel shake that will spare you your cash and journey to NYC.

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