Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie
Prep time: 5 minutes | Servings: 1
Ingredients
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1 large frozen banana (peeled and sliced before freezing for maximum creaminess)
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1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
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1/2 cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, or oat milk work beautifully)
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1 handful fresh spinach (this provides that vibrant green color without affecting the flavor)
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1/4 tsp peppermint extract (start small; it’s powerful!)
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1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, depending on your sweet tooth)
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2 tbsp dark chocolate chips
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Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
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Combine the Base: Place the frozen banana, yogurt, milk, spinach, peppermint extract, and sweetener into a high-speed blender.
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Blend until Smooth: Pulse on high until the mixture is completely creamy and the spinach is fully pulverized into a solid green hue.
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Add the “Chips”: Add the chocolate chips to the blender. Pulse 3–4 times just to break them into tiny bits. You want texture, not a brown smoothie!
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Serve: Pour the mixture into a glass jar. Top with a few extra chocolate chips and a sprig of fresh mint as seen in your photo.
Pro Tip: If you want an even thicker, “milkshake” consistency, add 1/4 cup of ice cubes before blending. Enjoy your cool, minty treat!