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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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    1. Delicious! =) We used plain Greek yogurt for the avocado, as our avo was still in the freezer, rock-solid. Oops…
      Added ground flax and almonds.
      Used a very lightly packed 1/2 c. mint, as it was already flowering… but that was sufficient.
      We will make this flavor again! Thank you!

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      1. FORGOT to tell you! We are cutting sugar, so I did not add dates!
        It was great, even without that extra sweetness!

    2. I just made this smoothie for the first time. I used chocolate mint from my garden and kale instead of spinach. I also used water instead of almond milk (because I didn’t have almond milk on hand) and added a little bit of cinnamon. It is excellent! I am packing it to take to a curriculum work session this morning. Thanks for all of the great recipes!

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      2. Hi! Will be harvesting our mint TODAY to make this!
        I would also like to get the recipe for the Shamrock Smoothie, referenced above. The link takes me to the right page…but no recipe! =) Thanks!

    3. It was ok. Way too much mint. If I make it again, I’d use less mint. The texture with the avocado was great, but the mint ruined and overpowered the flavor of the rest of the ingredients.

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      1. Hi Sandi,

        Thanks for your feedback! We really appreciate you taking the time to let us know! 🙂

    4. Hi i just wanted to know if this is good for kids i have a 1 year old & 4 year old i wasn’t sure the cacao powder was ok, i did click the kid friendly link but just wanted to make sure as i really want to get my daughters into healthy smoothies too.

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      1. Hi Farren,

        We love sharing green smoothies with Little Rawkstars!

        Cacao is filled with two things that we love: antioxidants and chocolatey flavor! The rich, chocolatey flavor of cacao is delicious + dessert like, which helps to resist those sugar cravings while still satisfying any kid’s sweet tooth! The antioxidants boost your immune system which helps to resist those nasty colds and sickness.

        Do know that cacao can be a stimulant, similar to caffeine. If you want to avoid a potential energy spike, but still enjoy the chocolately flavor, carob is a great substitute!

    5. This sounds incredible. Just bought my blender yesterday so I can’t wait to give it a whirl! One question ….. are medjool dates the same as ordinary dates? I’m in Oz & I haven’t heard of them. Also, is cacao powder the same as cocoa powder? Lol sorry for so many dumb questions! I’m new to all this healthy green stuff! Cheers xo

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      1. Hi Jo,

        If medjool dates aren’t available in your area. You can use any type of seedless dates that available in your area.

        Natural unsweetened cocoa powder is actually very similar to raw cacao powder except for experiencing higher temperatures during production, which decreases antioxidant activity.

        Let us know how you enjoy the smoothie!

    6. I have a question. I’ve recently somehow become allergic to avocados and I was wondering what I can use instead in my smoothies. Thanks!

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    7. I didn’t have any dates when I made this but I substituted raw honey. At first I tried it without any honey and it needed something. I drank this before an intense workout and drank the remainder when I returned home. Very filling and refreshing and gave my milk supply a boost. Thank you!

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      1. Tara,

        Honey is a great replacement for dates! We’re so happy to hear you enjoyed this smoothie with your workout! 🙂

    8. Mine would not turn chocolate brown- but I used cocoa nibs which I guess isn’t a good sub for cocoa powder? And I know you guys don’t count calories- but while tasty this one was a biggie- so eater beware! 🙂

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      1. Hey! Thanks for blending with us! You can totally use nibs. So glad you enjoyed this one!

    9. Happy Valentines Day ladies! THIS IS AWESOME!! Sooooo freakin’ delish!!! Will be sharing recipe only with my peeps, they can’t have my smoothie, ITS ALL MINE MINE MINE!!!! YUM!!!

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    10. Hi Ladies! I’m a Girl Scout leader and had to chuckle when I read this! So true! While I am not on a “diet” per se, I have committed to a healthier lifestyle. Loving the smoothies and sharing with everyone I know! I’m currently staring at hundreds of CASES of cookies lol…. my SUPER PICKY 11 year daughter has recently been showing more interest in her health (shes always been very active and sporty but a TERRIBLE eater!) and I would LOVE to share “healthy cookie swaps” with my awesome team of 11 year old ladies! Mine tried the Beginners Luck (I’m shocked she wanted to!!) and then wanted THIRDS! If you put together a Samoa (Caramel Delight) smoothie, my fav lol, my team will be your guinea pigs! Keep Rawking!

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      1. Hey Liza!

        Thanks for the comment. I was a Girl Scout too! Troop 417! 🙂 We are so glad you are enjoying this recipes, I did already consume some boxes of Samoas with my family in support of the GS! 🙂 That recipe has been a big request. Maybe a good one to share next year. I will get testing it now. 🙂

    11. This was a treat! Thank you and the mint wasn’t too overpowering which worked out wonderfully. I usually don’t like mint in my smoothies but this was actually nice.

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    12. hmmmm, can you make up a samoas green smoothie next? 🙂 obviously coconut milk with some cocoa, but where to get that caramel flavor?

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    14. I absolutely love all your recipes!! I started the 30 day challenge a year ago during Ramadan, and I can’t begin to tell you how much they helped me during the fasting month. I haven’t stopped making green smoothies I drink one almost everyday. Since then I have lost about 19 lbs but of course with clean eating.

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    15. I started making your green smoothies almost a year ago, during Ramadan. I just wanted to tell u that I absolutely love all of them. I started the 30 day challenge while I was fasting and I’ve never felt so good!!! Keep up the amazing job!!! BTW I have lost about 19 lbs while drinking the smoothies but I have also changed my eating habits 🙂

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      1. Hi Michelle!

        You rawk! Thanks so much for the kind words and we are so glad that you are loving green smoothies as much as we are! Cheers to you!

    16. I’m trying to find a substitute for bananas. I can eat them alone but I absolutely hate them in my smoothies. I keep trying different recipes and it seems it’s the only thing I can taste even if I reduce the suggested amount. I love mint and choco combo so I do not want to take that chance. What are the suggestions? I think somewhere I read papaya.

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    17. Yummy! I used Almond and Coconut Milk blend which probably helped to make it extra yummy! I also added two more dates, I like it sweet. I am new to green smoothies and I am glad I remembered this recipe before I stopped and got ice cream, I wanted something sweet and this did the trick. Also, this is my first time using a avocado in a smoothie. I was terrified that it would have a weird taste with it but it didn’t! Oh yes for those that live in Los Angeles; Ralph’s usually have the dates in the bulk food section too!

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      1. Hey LadyCabby!

        Thanks for the comment. So glad this hit the spot for you sweet tooth. I love ice cream too, but I am always looking for ways to cut back. Cheers to you + thanks for the Ralph’s tip. 🙂

    18. I looked up the calorie count and found it is high as is the number of carbs and sugar. I like the idea of the recipe though, so I think I will reduce the banana to one and the dates to two and hope for the best taste.

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      1. Hi Rosella. 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.Healthier than Thin Mint Cookies.

    19. Hey, I was wondering if I could substitude mint with something, because on one hand I am taking homeopathic medicine and I shouldn’t take in mint + I really don’t like it..
      Thank you! 🙂

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    20. Hi,
      My biggest problem with drinking the green smoothies it that most of the time they call for Almond milk (which I am allergic too and coconut milk isn’t always a good substitute. I’m allergic to soy as well) and I am allergic to Avocados. So how would I be able to make your skinny green mint smoothie? I really want to do the challenge but I don’t know what to use for substitutions. Any suggestion from you would be greatly appreciated.

      Audrey

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