Mint Chocolate Chip Shake
The Mint Chocolate Chip Shake is a delightful and refreshing drink that combines the coolness of mint with the indulgence of chocolate. It’s a perfect treat for mint and chocolate lovers alike, and it’s especially enjoyable on warm days or as a dessert option.
INGREDIENTS
- 1 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy)
- 2 cups vanilla ice cream or mint chocolate chip ice cream
- 1/4 teaspoon peppermint extract (adjust to taste)
- 1-2 tablespoons chocolate syrup or melted chocolate
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (mini or regular)
- 1/2 cup ice cubes (optional, for a thicker shake)
- Whipped cream and additional chocolate chips for garnish (optional)
- Fresh mint leaves for garnish (optional)
INSTRUCTIONS
In a blender, pour in the milk of your choice. You can use regular dairy milk, almond milk, soy milk, or any other milk substitute.
Add the vanilla ice cream or mint chocolate chip ice cream to create the creamy base of the shake.
Drop in the peppermint extract to infuse the shake with the refreshing mint flavor. Adjust the amount based on your preference for mintiness.
Drizzle in the chocolate syrup or melted chocolate to incorporate the rich and chocolaty goodness.
Toss in the chocolate chips for added texture and bursts of chocolate throughout the shake.
If you prefer a thicker shake, you can add ice cubes at this point.
Blend all the ingredients until smooth and creamy.
Taste the shake and adjust the mint or chocolate flavor, if needed.
Pour the Mint Chocolate Chip Shake into serving glasses.
Optionally, you can top the shake with a dollop of whipped cream, a sprinkle of chocolate chips, and some fresh mint leaves for a beautiful presentation.
Serve the Mint Chocolate Chip Shake immediately and enjoy the delightful combination of refreshing mint and rich chocolate.
TIPS
Use high-quality chocolate chips and syrup for the best chocolate flavor.
For a more intense mint flavor, you can add a few fresh mint leaves to the blender.
If you don’t have peppermint extract, you can use mint leaves instead, but make sure to blend them thoroughly.
Adjust the sweetness according to your taste preferences by adding more or less chocolate syrup or melted chocolate.
Use mini chocolate chips for a more even distribution of chocolate throughout the shake.
Garnish the shake with additional chocolate chips and fresh mint leaves to make it look more enticing.
Feel free to experiment with different types of ice cream, such as chocolate chip mint ice cream or dark chocolate ice cream, for unique variations of the shake.
NUTRITION VALUE
- Calories: Approximately 350-400 calories per serving
- Protein: Around 6-8 grams per serving
- Carbohydrates: Approximately 40-45 grams per serving
- Fat: About 15-20 grams per serving
