Building on the popularity of the donut-ice cream cone hybrid, discover the freakshake—the latest extravagant dessert trend straight from Australia. This supersized milkshake is piled high with fruit or sweet coulis, baked goods like brownies, cookies, donuts, or pretzels, and optional candies such as Tagada® strawberries or marshmallows. Craving more? Add whipped cream (vanilla or plain), pastry cream, or fresh fruit for a lighter touch. In short, the freakshake is your canvas—top it with anything imaginable! To prevent flavor overload and excessive calories, limit toppings to four or fewer. Served in oversized glasses for ultimate indulgence, 'freakshake' aptly translates to 'freaky milkshake.'
Australian pastry enthusiast Anne Petridis, a former contestant on the cooking show My Kitchen Rules, sparked the craze. She launched her Canberra tearoom, Patissez, where these viral creations drew massive social media buzz and endless queues. Customers flock for the decadent treats. Cafes like Naughty Boy Cafe quickly followed suit. In Europe, London's Molly Bakes introduced them last month as the first. A diabetic's delight? Not quite—proceed with caution!
