Chocolate Mint Smoothie
Cool, creamy, and indulgently refreshing, this Chocolate Mint Smoothie is the perfect balance of rich chocolate flavor and invigorating minty freshness. Made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened almond milk, a frozen banana for natural sweetness, and fresh mint leaves, this nutrient-packed drink comes together in just 5 minutes. A hint of cocoa powder and a touch of vanilla extract elevate the flavor, while optional honey or maple syrup lets you customize the sweetness to your liking. Blended with ice for a frothy texture and a sprinkle of dark chocolate chips for added decadence, it's a guilt-free treat that tastes like dessert in a glass. Perfect for breakfast, a mid-day energy boost, or a post-workout snack, this smoothie is sure to satisfy your chocolate cravings.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 large frozen banana
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 10 pieces fresh mint leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoons liquid honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
- 4 pieces ice cubes
Instructions
Add the unsweetened almond milk, frozen banana, cocoa powder, fresh mint leaves, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup (if using) to a blender.
Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy, pausing if necessary to scrape down the sides of the blender.
Add the ice cubes and dark chocolate chips to the blender, and blend again until the mixture is frothy and well-combined.
Taste the smoothie and adjust sweetness if needed by adding a bit more honey or maple syrup.
Pour the smoothie into a tall glass and garnish with additional mint leaves or a sprinkle of cocoa powder, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Chocolate Mint Smoothie!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
299 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 7.5 g | 10% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 14% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 149 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 61.9 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.7 g | 31% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.9 g | ||
| Protein | 6.1 g | 12% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.2 mcg | 11% | |
| Calcium | 464 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 828 mg | 18% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
