This festive and delicious peppermint protein shake combines dark chocolate protein powder, a banana, finely ground cocoa powder and a touch of peppermint extract to wow your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied and reenergized!
Protein smoothie turned decadent treat? I think yes.
I’ve been really into smoothie drinking ever since I started my recipe creation partnership with Designer Whey (through FitFluential) about eight months ago. Each month I create four recipes for DW, two of which are smoothies (yes, I am compensated). They sent me about eight giant jugs of Designer Whey Protein Powder to work with, so I literally put it in everything.
To top the smoothie, I made homemade whipping cream, by simply whipping cream with my hand mixer. Then, I shaved some dark chocolate on top for a little more OOMPH!
Dark Chocolate Peppermint Protein Shake
This festive and delicious peppermint protein shake combines dark chocolate protein powder, a banana, finely ground cocoa powder and a touch of peppermint extract to wow your taste buds and leave you feeling satisfied and reenergized!
Ingredients
- 1 large banana, frozen
- 2–3 large ice cubes
- 1 cup non-dairy milk of choice
- 1 scoop Designer Whey Gourmet Chocolate Protein Powder
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- Pinch of sea salt
- 1/4 tsp pure peppermint extract
- optional 1 tablespoon dark/vegan chocolate chips
- toppings: homemade whipping cream, vegan whipped topping, or Greek yogurt
Instructions
- Place all ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size: 1 Calories: 296 Sugar: 24 Sodium: 321 Fat: 6 Carbohydrates: 49 Fiber: 11 Protein: 22Similar recipes:
As 2013 comes to a close, I want to re-share some of my favorite Designer Whey recipes that I created in 2013.
Disclaimer: I was NOT compensated for this post, I am sharing these recipes because I WANT to.
Protein Muesli Bars from Fit Foodie Finds
White Chocolate Cookie Dough Blizzard from Fit Foodie Finds
20-Minute Strawberry Protein Ice Cream from Fit Foodie Finds
Healthy Banana Shake from Fit Foodie Finds
Vanilla Blackberry Overnight Oat Parfait from Fit Foodie Finds
Blended Mocha Jo from Fit Foodie Finds
Peanut Butter and Jelly Protein Smoothie from Fit Foodie Finds
Who would have ever thunk you could use protein powder in so many different ways!? Seriously.
This looks absolutely amazing! All shakes are looking tasty. Thanks for sharing this.
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It’s awesome! This shake seems similar to a chocolate shake. The protein powder sounds good, but I’ve never used it before
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It’s awesome! This shake seems similar to a chocolate shake. The protein powder sounds good, but I’ve never used it before.
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I saw another commenter ask about the brand of protein powder to use for this. I reckon the best chocolate powder is ‘gold standard whey’ from optimum nutrition. I’ve tried a few others, but that one actually tastes like chocolate and makes this shake taste awesome.
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Thanks for sharing this. All shakes are looking tasty. I am a diabetic patient. Please guide me which shake is good for me. I will be very thankful.
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Ahh..!! what a great piece of advise for this upcoming summer.. Gonna utillize this for my Hubby…Hurrayyy
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I probably shouldn’t be looking at pictures of Summer & Outdoor food just yet but here’s wishing for a spectacular Summertime this year. Keep up with the amazing content, Thankyou
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I really love chocolate. This chocolate protein shake look so yummy and easy to make. Thank you for sharing it.
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Aren’t vegan chocolate chips just Carob?
Thanks, Rae
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That’s so delicious. I have to try it tonight for my family. Thanks for sharing and love your site.
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That looks and sounds lush! And bonus that it’s actually nutritious!!?
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I don’t see the recipe either
Ah, this looks so delicious!
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where is the recipe? I only see comments, no recipe. 🙁
This sounds amazing! I would absolutely love to get going in the morning with this protein drink – YUM!
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Sounds delicious! What brand of protein powder do you use. There are so many kinds I just end up not buying any. I don’t do anything like marathon running but would like a powder to add to smoothies when drinking them as a meal.Sounds delicious! What brand of protein powder do you use. There are so many kinds I just end up not buying any. I don’t do anything like marathon running but would like a powder to add to smoothies when drinking them as a meal.
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Loved this! I didn’t do any of the extras and it was still refreshing and satisfying after my workout.
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HEALTHY BANANA SHAKE Look so yummy … wanna try it!!
Made the Choco-Mint smoothie, but used fresh mint (about ten big leaves) in place of the extract. Gave it a fabulous – and very minty – zing!
Super yummy – thanks.
Do I have to add the banana? I’m allergic to them. What could I substitute it with?
Unfortunately banana is the base of this smoothie. The only other thing i can think of is ice!