Indulge in this smooth and creamy mint smoothie bowl with chocolate chip for a refreshing healthy treat.
The smoothie bowl tastes like ice cream and is ideal on a hot day!
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Mint Smoothie Bowl (With Chocolate Chips)
Refresh your day with my Mint Smoothie Bowl, sprinkled with chocolate chips for a delicious treat! A perfect blend of freshness and indulgence!
- Total Time: 6 minutes
- Yield: 1 1x
Ingredients
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- 1 cup frozen mango chunks
- 1/2 cup frozen banana slices
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
- 1–2 drops of peppermint extract
- 1 handful of spinach
- 1 medium-sized avocado
- 1/2 cup vanilla almond milk
- 1 teaspoon maple or agave syrup
- 1 handful of small dark chocolate chips (to fold in after blending)
Instructions
- To a high-speed blender or a food processor, add all the ingredients in.
- Blend for 3-4 minutes or until smooth!
- If using a food processor, you may need to stop a few times to scrape off the sides for an even blend.
- Once the smoothie is blended, fold in the chocolate chips.
- Dollop the blended smoothie onto a bowl and add your favorite toppings!
Notes
*For smoothie benefits, recipe notes, and more, scroll down!
- Prep Time: 3 minutes
- Cook Time: 3 minutes
- Category: Smoothie Bowl
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie bowl
- Calories: 535
- Sugar: 53.1g
- Fat: 29.4g
- Carbohydrates: 84.5g
- Fiber: 17.9g
- Protein: 7.8g
Why You Will Love This Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie Bowl
- Refreshing Flavor: It’s no secret that mint is incredibly refreshing. But this smoothie bowl is made with frozen fruit, which creates a double refreshing effect.
- Dessert-Like Taste: With flavors reminiscent of mint chocolate chip ice cream, this smoothie feels like a decadent treat, making it appealing for those with a sweet tooth and those who want to eat healthier.
- Nutrient-Dense: Packed with nutritious ingredients like spinach, avocado, and banana, this smoothie is rich in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, supporting overall health while still tasting great.
- High in Fiber: Thanks to ingredients like avocado and banana, this smoothie is high in fiber, which aids in digestion and helps maintain a feeling of fullness.
- Healthy Fats: Avocado and peanut butter provide healthy fats.
- Natural Ingredients: Made with whole, natural ingredients, this smoothie is free from artificial flavors and preservatives, appealing to those looking to reduce their intake of processed foods.
- Versatile and Customizable: Easily adaptable, you can swap out ingredients based on preferences or dietary restrictions.
- Energizing: Ideal for a quick energy boost, the natural sugars from the fruits along with the stimulating properties of mint make it a perfect pick-me-up during a mid-day slump.
- Cooling and Hydrating: Especially enjoyable on a hot day, the combination of mint and frozen fruit makes this smoothie a great way to stay cool and hydrated.
- Kid-Friendly: Kids will love the sweet chocolate and cool mint flavors, making it a fun way for them to enjoy a serving of fruits and veggies without even realizing it.
If you enjoy this green smoothie bowl, you have to also try my passionfruit smoothie bowl and coconut smoothie bowl recipe!
Mint Smoothie Bowl Variations & Recipe Notes:
Some variations of this recipe that you could try are listed below, but you can also experiment on your own:
- Vegan Friendly: Make sure you use vegan-friendly chocolate chips to ensure this smoothie bowl is vegan-friendly.
- Protein Boost: Incorporate a scoop of vanilla protein powder to increase the protein content.
- Tropical Touch: Swap almond milk for coconut milk to enhance the tropical flavor.
- Richer: Add a tablespoon of almond butter for a richer more filling smoothie bowl.
- Green Power: For extra antioxidants and green goodness, fold in a teaspoon of matcha green tea powder.
Top Smoothie Bowl-Making Tips:
- Power: Using a high-speed blender or a food processor is crucial if you want to achieve a thick smoothie. Lower-speed blenders require more liquid, which results in a drinkable smoothie, not spoonable.
- Use Frozen Fruit: Using frozen fruit is crucial to make this smoothie bowl. If you don’t have frozen fruit, the smoothie bowl recipe won’t work.
- Be Careful With The Peppermint Extract: A drop or 2 is more than enough. Be careful with how much you put, otherwise, the mint flavor can overpower the smoothie.
- Serve Immediately: It’s best to eat the smoothie bowl as soon as it’s blended and served.
- If Using a Food Processor: It’s crucial that you stop a few times and scrape off the sides for an even blend.
- Choose Your Toppings: Get creative with toppings to add texture and flavor.
- Chill Your Bowl: Place your serving bowl in the freezer for a few minutes before adding your smoothie mixture. This helps keep everything cool and thick, especially on warm days.
My Suggested Smoothie Bowl Toppings
Some toppings that work well with this smoothie bowl include:
- More Chocolate Chips
- Fresh Mint Leaves
- Hemp Heart Seeds
Feel free to experiment with other toppings too.
Recipe Equipment I Have Tested:
As of right now, I have only ever tested this smoothie bowl recipe using:
- Vitamix Explorian Blender
- Amzchef Blender
- Nutribullet 900 Series
What I will note though, is that this smoothie bowl recipe and many others often require a powerful blender.
In order to achieve a thick smoothie, using a high-speed blender is crucial.