[header] How to make a shake [title] Soften the ice cream. [step] There are three good ways to soften up ice cream for use in a shake. You can transfer the tub of ice cream from the freezer to the refrigerator for 20 to 30 minutes. 
Another option would be to take the ice cream out and let it sit at room temperature for 10 to 15 minutes. If your ice cream is very hard, put it in the microwave for about 30 seconds, setting the power to 30 %.