1. 1. Add 2 cups of vanilla ice cream, 1 cup of whole milk, and 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla extract to a blender.

2. 2. Blend until smooth and creamy, adding more milk if needed to reach desired consistency.

3. 3. Pour the milkshake into a tall glass and top with whipped cream and a cherry for garnish.

4. 4. Serve immediately and enjoy the nostalgic taste of a classic American milkshake.