Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie

This smoothie is inspired by mint chocolate chip ice cream but is high in protein and filled with nourishing ingredients! It's also vegan friendly, has hidden veggies, is low in sugar if you choose the right ingredients, AND includes a no banana option! It's ultra creamy and decadent with the perfect minty flavor and chocolate crunch throughout. Enjoy it for breakfast or dessert!

Author: Chloe's Creative Kitchen

Meal Type: Eggs Free

Cuisine: American

Difficulty: EASY

Prep. Time: 5 minutes

Cook Time:

Total Time: 5 minutes

Servings: 1 serving

Calories: 442 kcal per serving

Ingredients

1 - whole Banana, ripe
½ cup - Baby Spinach
2 tablespoons - Vanilla Protein Powder
¼ cup - Almond Milk Yogurt, unsweetened vanilla, or yogurt of choice
¼ cup - Ice Cubes
1 tbsp - Mint Leaves
½ tsp - Vanilla Extract
⅛ tsp - Peppermint Extract, peppermint extracts vary in intensity
1 pinch - Salt
¾ cup - Soy Milk or milk of choice
1 tbsp - Dark Chocolate Chips
1 tbsp - Cacao Nibs, Organic, Raw

Instructions

Add frozen banana OR frozen coconut milk cubes into a blender with all other ingredients except for chocolate chips and cacao nibs. Blend until smooth. Add more soy milk if needed, until it reaches your desired consistency.
Add in chocolate chips and/or cacao nibs. Pulse the blender a few times, or blend on low, until slightly broken down and blended throughout the smoothie, about 15-20 seconds total.
Pour into a glass and top with dairy-free whipped cream, extra chocolate chips or cacao nibs, and fresh mint if desired. Enjoy!

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