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When my sweet tooth hits, I want to eat something right away. But I also know if I fill up on cookies I’ll be shaky and hangry in no time. Instead, I like to whip up a mint chocolate chip smoothie that can both satisfy my sweet tooth and give me lasting energy without the crash.

If chocolate smoothies are your thing, then this one takes sweetness to the next level in a smart and wholesome way. It relies on the natural sugars in fruits like bananas, ensuring you still get all the fiber. Plus, with the addition of cacao powder (a natural source of caffeine), you’ve got a delicious energy booster in a cup.

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Why You’ll Love It

This skinny mint chocolate chip smoothie isn’t just a delicious dessert-inspired treat—it’s also packed with nutrient-dense ingredients that nourish your body while satisfying your sweet tooth. Here’s why this recipe deserves a spot in your blender lineup:

  • Cacao powder delivers a natural energy boost with its caffeine and antioxidant content, so you can crush your day without the dreaded sugar crash. Explore more cacao powder recipes to see how versatile this ingredient is in the plant-based world.
  • Spinach and avocado team up to provide fiber, healthy fats, and essential vitamins that support heart health, regulate blood sugar, and keep your digestion happy.
  • Banana and Medjool dates are powerful natural sweeteners (bye-bye, processed sugar!) while delivering potassium and fiber to keep you energized and satisfied.
  • Fresh mint adds that refreshing, cooling kick you love while also supporting healthy digestion and fighting inflammation.

Tip: If you’re new to smoothies, check out my how to make a smoothie guide for step-by-step directions and a collection of beginner-friendly recipes.

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Ingredients for mint chocolate chips smoothie including mint leaves, banana, avocado, Medjool dates, and cocoa powder.

Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie Ingredients

Even my dessert-like mint chocolate chip smoothie uses whole food, plant-based ingredients. I love getting creative with food and figuring out just the right combos of unique ingredients to bring the flavor and texture I want.

  • Almond milk: A versatile and creamy base, almond milk is easy to find in most grocery stores. Choose unsweetened and unflavored. Check out the best almond milk brands guide.
  • Spinach: This vibrant leafy green adds a subtle earthy flavor and beautiful color to your smoothie. Look for fresh, crisp leaves at the store or farmers’ market for the best quality.
  • Mint leaves: Just a few mint leaves can add a refreshing pop of flavor to your smoothie. Pick up fresh mint in the herb section—look for bright, aromatic leaves or swap for another fresh herb like basil.
  • Banana: A frozen banana creates a creamy, thick texture and a natural sweetness. Choose ripe bananas, freeze them peeled, and they’ll be ready when you are.
  • Avocado: Perfect for adding richness and creaminess to your smoothie. Avocados bring a mild, buttery flavor. Fresh or frozen chunks both work. If using fresh, pick avocados that are slightly soft to the touch and follow my how to cut avocado guide.
  • Medjool dates: These naturally sweet gems add caramel-like flavor to your smoothie. Look for plump, soft dates in the produce or bulk section. Don’t forget to remove the pits!
  • Cacao powder: A single tablespoon of cacao powder delivers a deep, chocolatey flavor. Look for high-quality cacao in the baking aisle to make your smoothie indulgently rich.
  • Cacao nibs (Optional): Sprinkle cacao nibs on top for a satisfying crunch and a hint of chocolate. They can be found in the baking or health food section.
Brown mint chocolate chip smoothie topped with mint leaves.

How to Make a Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie

Since this smoothie has leafy green vegetables (that’s a good thing!), I like to use my two-blend method for the smoothest finish possible. If you’re using one of my recommended blenders for smoothies, you can blend everything together one time.

  1. Combine spinach, mint leaves, and almond milk in a blender and blend until smooth.
  2. Check that no leafy chunks remain to ensure a smooth texture. (The gaps between your teeth will thank you!).
  3. Toss the remaining ingredients into the blender. This gives your blender the chance to break down the leaves before blending everything else and is really a no-fail way to avoid leafy smoothie chunks.
  4. Blend again until completely smooth and serve with your favorite toppings, like cocoa nibs or fresh mint leaves.

Recipe Tips

Dates are rather sticky and can be tricky to blend completely. I like to add them in the 2nd step of my mint chocolate chip smoothie and slowly get my blender speed to medium. Leave it blending on medium until you don’t hear the dates whipping around in chunks, then turn it up to high to finish the blend.

Easy Swaps and Add-Ins

Before running off to the store for some new-to-you ingredients, check your kitchen for these easy swaps.

  • Swap almond milk: Cashew milk, oat milk, or coconut milk work great in this smoothie recipe.
  • Swap mint leaves: While fresh mint leaves are the ideal choice, you can use mint extract if you don’t have any on hand.
  • Swap cacao powder: Use 100% unsweetened cocoa powder in place of cacao powder for almost the same great flavor.
  • Add frozen fruit: To make the smoothie cold, include at least one frozen fruit. I love to freeze bananas and toss them into any smoothie. Here’s a step by step guide on how to freeze bananas.
  • Add plant-based protein powder: Use what you have on hand or try my homemade protein powder recipe for a super clean, super fine powder to add healthy fat, fiber, and 10 grams of protein to this smoothie.

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More Chocolate Smoothies

Love when a smoothie can double as dessert? Same here. These chocolatey blends feel indulgent, yet they’re made with real, nourishing ingredients. Save them for dessert night or sip one in the afternoon when you need a steady energy boost without the crash.

    • Red velvet smoothie: This one truly delivers that classic red velvet flavor in a glass. It’s rich, subtly sweet, and feels extra special—perfect when you want something dessert-worthy that still supports your wellness goals.
    • Chocolate cherry smoothie: If you love chocolate-covered cherries, this smoothie is for you. The deep cocoa flavor pairs beautifully with sweet-tart cherries for a rich, fruity blend that tastes decadent but still feels balanced.
    • Chocolate banana smoothie: Creamy, comforting, and naturally sweet, this is a go-to classic. Banana gives it that milkshake-like texture while chocolate makes it feel like a treat you’ll crave again and again.
    • Chocolate peanut butter smoothie: Thick, satisfying, and packed with that irresistible chocolate-and-peanut-butter combo. It’s especially great when you want something filling that keeps you energized and satisfied for hours.

    If you make this skinny mint chocolate smoothie, I’d love to hear how it turned out in the comment box below. And if you’re interested in more plant-based recipes (and exclusive content), sign up for my weekly recipe newsletter.

    A mason jar filled with a skinny mint chocolate chip smoothie.
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    Skinny Mint Chocolate Chip Smoothie

    This creamy, guilt-free skinny mint chocolate chip smoothie tastes like everyone's favorite cookie. Indulge in a healthy and delicious snack featuring cocoa, mint, spinach, and avocado for a satisfying and energizing treat. When the Girl Scout cravings hit, reach for this smoothie instead!
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    Prep: 4 minutes
    Blend: 2 minutes
    Total: 6 minutes
    Serves: 1
    Author: Jen Hansard

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    Instructions 

    • Blend spinach, mint and almond milk until smooth.
    • Add remaining ingredients and blend until smooth. Enjoy!

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    Notes

    • Use at least one frozen fruit to make the smoothie cold. You can freeze bananas and toss into this smoothie.
    • Add plant-based protein powder to quickly turn this into a protein-packed shake. 
    • Swap cacao powder with 100% unsweetened cocoa powder.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 16 oz | Calories: 378 kcal | Carbohydrates: 74 g | Protein: 6 g | Fat: 12 g | Saturated Fat: 2 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7 g | Sodium: 352 mg | Potassium: 1266 mg | Fiber: 14 g | Sugar: 47 g | Vitamin A: 2808 IU | Vitamin C: 25 mg | Calcium: 399 mg | Iron: 3 mg

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    COMMON QUESTIONS

    How do you make a healthy mint chip smoothie?

    I use spinach, fresh mint, almond milk, frozen banana, avocado and cacao powder to make my chocolate mint smoothie. These ingredients might sound a bit odd together yet once blended, they create the perfect shake-like texture and rich chocolate flavor you’re looking for.

    Are chocolate smoothies good for you?

    They can be! My mint chocolate chip smoothie is full of whole food, plant-based ingredients that deliver the sweetness, chocolate flavor and creaminess you want yet without any weird junk in them. And bonus, it’s super easy to blend!

    How do you make a cocoa smoothie?

    Use cacao or cocoa powder for that chocolate flavor you desire. 1-2 tablespoons per serving is more than enough. Use plant-based milk instead of water as the liquid base to keep the creamy-nutty combo you want in a chocolate smoothie. Then add in ingredients like banana and avocado to thicken the smoothie to perfection.

    Is chocolate and mint a good combination?

    Absolutely! Chocolate and mint are a match made in flavor heaven. The cool, refreshing taste of mint perfectly balances the rich, creamy sweetness of chocolate, creating a deliciously refreshing combo that’s satisfying and crave-worthy.

    How can I make my mint chocolate chip smoothie thicker?

    To make your mint chocolate smoothie ultra-thick and creamy, try adding frozen bananas, avocado, or a scoop of Greek yogurt! These ingredients will turn your smoothie into a rich, velvety treat that feels more like dessert than breakfast. Pro tip: Use less liquid to get that irresistible, spoon-worthy texture!

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    Comments

    1. Bought all ingredients today. Am soaking dates in almond milk tonight
      Cant wait to try in the morning
      thanks for sharing receipe

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    2. I have been trying several different smoothies, great recipes in The Simple Green Smoothie Solution. I just picked up some mint
      will be trying this one soon.
      Question: Can “Kefir” be used as a substitute for liquids in recipes?

      Pam

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      1. Hi Pam!

        Thanks for blending with us. Great question! If it is a dairy kefir we would suggest staying away. We’ve talked with a lot of nutritionists and milk isn’t all that it’s been hyped up to be. Dairy is one of the highest diet allergies (and often goes undiagnosed), yet can cause inflammation and infections. And if you aren’t buying organic milk, you’re also getting doses of antibiotics, hormones, etc that can tip your own body out of whack. So we just avoid milk for our family (and opt for almond milk). We get our calcium from plant-based sources mainly— broccoli, spinach and kale.

        It’s definitely a personal choice, and you just have to decide what works best for you and your family.

      2. This poster said “kefir.” Perhaps I didn’t read correctly… Where did she say, dairy? There’s non dairy kefir. Not all kefir is made of dairy or soy… Whole foods in some stores also sell kefir made from coconut milk. You can also make yourself, almond milk kefir, coconut milk kefir, and coconut water kefir. You can do this without the kefir grains and by using a good probiotic powder. Like this knowledgeable source recommends. I do this sans the Stevia:http://healthyblenderrecipes.com/recipes/raw_almond_milk_kefir And, you can of course especially in the case of almond milk kefir, make the almond milk yourself if you have the means to do so as that link directs. Point being, it’s not as simple to assume that all kefir is dairy. If you haven’t sought out the non dairy and non soy kefirs, or made your own homemade almond milk kefir, you should at least once! You won’t go back to store bought ever. and, a little kefir can change up your green smoothies. You do have to watch the amounts as Kefir has the tartness of yogurt (IMO anyway,) so you probably won’t want to sub one for one for other liquids like almond milk for instance. 🙂

      3. Hi Amy.

        Thanks for your comment + yes, kefir can be used, our recipes are here to inspire you — you don’t have to follow them to a T. Yet we do think they are mighty tasty! Feel free to use other green smoothie recipes and even make some up yourself. The key to making green smoothies your lifestyle is making it easy and part of your daily routine, if you would like to add kefir, go for it! 🙂 Cheers.

    3. Costco sells the medjool dates. They have some in a plastic tub & others in a bag. The ones in the bag are organic.

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    4. Do you have nutrition information available for this smoothie? Or am I just not looking in the right spot 🙂 (i.e.: calories, sugar, carbs, etc.) Thanks!

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      1. Hi Becky.

        We personally don’t count calories, so we don’t include them in our recipes at this time. You’ll find that when you consume more nourishing whole fruits and veggies, you will not only feel full longer, but you’ll also have lessened cravings for high-calorie, nutritionally empty foods. So in the end it balances out. But we know many people would like to have calorie info. Three great resources for tracking calories are Self Nutrition Data and the phone apps My Fitness Pal and Lose It.

        Here is a link to nutrionial information: https://simplegreensmoothies.com/

      1. Hey Anna.

        You can find cacao in the baking section, usually near the dried coconut. 🙂

    6. I have mint extract on hand. Can that be used in place of the mint leaves? Want to try this tomorrow but hoping to avoid an extra trip to the store.

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      1. Go for it. 🙂 Let us know how it compares, once you get fresh mint. 🙂

    7. I often use mint in my smooties. I love the mint! I buy the little potted mint plants at Sprouts and keep it in my windowsill by the sink. That way I always have FRESH mint. When I have used it all up, I buy another one. I find this is very cost effective. I also do that with basil, which is also wonderful in some smoothies!

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    9. I was wondering if the dates are optional? I don’t normally put them in and I didn’t know if they were a sweetner or if it added flavor. Thanks!

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      1. Hey Sophie.

        They are added for the sweetener. Feel free to check out more options here for sweetening your smoothies. 🙂

    10. Last time I put dates in my cheapy blender it came out chunky….is there a way to fix that? Can I put them in the spinach stage?

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      1. Hey Tiffany! 🙂 Yes, you can. 🙂 A little tip with dates, if you soak them in the liquid you plan on blending with for a few hours or even overnight in the fridge, it makes the best creamy smoothie, ever!!

      2. Thanks for the tip on the dates. I will try soaking them from now on!

    11. Can’t see the recipe. I know there is a way to change the URL in order to see it but I can’t remember what it is?

      Also, are you guys working on a fix for this bug?

      thanks!

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      1. Update — seems like it might be a Chrome issue. I tried the link using IE and it works. Just a tip for anyone else who is having trouble seeing the ingredients!

    12. Wondering if there is any other kind of milk I can use, cannot use Almond Milk ( could I substitute Soy milk?)

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    13. Is cacao powder the same thing as unsweetened cocoa powder? If not, where do I buy it?

      Reply

      1. If it is 100% unsweetened cocoa powder you are good to blend! 🙂

    14. Drinking this now! For my mid afternoon snack. Mine more green than brown, and how do I ever get dates to blend, still got little sticky clumps. However, my poor culinary skills aside, DELISH…………

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      1. Hey Krysia.

        A little tip with dates, if you soak them in the liquid you plan on blending with for a few hours or even overnight in the fridge, it makes the best creamy smoothie, ever!! 🙂

    15. It took me awhile to find the medjool dates but either trader joes or whole foods. Usually for whole foods you have pick your own and weight them, but I find that better because I normally don’t eat dates anyway.

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      2. Costco has Medjool dates. It is a large box but all you need to do is store them in the freezer. They are ready to seed and remove skins after a quick soak in warm water or other liquid.

    17. I get mine at the Middle Eastern market in Phoenix, but Whole Foods carries them. You can use any kinds of dates. Just seed them.

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      1. Hey Sharon.

        Thanks for the comment. Not sure where you live, but I find mine at Costco for $7. Also Whole Foods has them in the Bulk Section or Waitrose should have them in the dried fruit section. 🙂 Hope that helps! 🙂

    19. This smoothie looks REALLY delicious. I am definitely going to try it.

      Reply