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Thin Mint Smoothie - A Cool, Chocolate-Mint Treat You Can Sip

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 frozen banana, sliced
  • 1 cup milk of choice (dairy, almond, oat, or cashew)
  • 1/2 cup plain or vanilla Greek yogurt (or a dairy-free yogurt)
  • 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1–2 teaspoons pure maple syrup or honey, to taste (optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (not mint extract; see notes)
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 handful fresh spinach (optional, for color and nutrients)
  • 1–2 tablespoons chocolate chips or cacao nibs (optional, for texture)
  • 1 cup ice (adjust for thickness)
  • Pinch of sea salt (optional, to deepen the chocolate flavor)

Method
 

  1. Prep your base: Add the milk, yogurt, and frozen banana to the blender. Starting with liquids helps everything blend smoothly.
  2. Add flavor: Sprinkle in the cocoa powder, vanilla, peppermint extract, and a pinch of salt. If using sweetener, add 1 teaspoon to start.
  3. Boost it: Toss in the spinach if you want a nutrient bump and a subtle green hue. Add chocolate chips or cacao nibs if you like a cookie-like bite.
  4. Chill factor: Add the ice. Use more for a thicker, shake-like texture, less if you want it sippable.
  5. Blend: Start on low, then increase to high until completely smooth, 30–60 seconds. If it’s too thick, splash in more milk.
  6. Taste and adjust: Add a little more maple syrup or peppermint extract if needed. A tiny bit of mint goes a long way, so add carefully.
  7. Serve: Pour into a chilled glass. For fun, garnish with a sprinkle of cocoa, a few nibs, or a fresh mint leaf.