Description
A creamy, indulgent, and refreshing smoothie made with almond or oat milk, frozen banana, cauliflower, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, Medjool date, and peppermint extract. This nutrient-rich drink blends rich chocolate with cooling mint for a festive, energizing, and healthy beverage perfect for breakfast, post-workout fuel, or a holiday-inspired snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- ¾ cup almond milk or oat milk (plus more if needed)
- ½ frozen banana
- ½ cup frozen cauliflower florets
- 1 scoop (25 g) vegan chocolate protein powder
- ½ tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 Medjool date, pitted
- Handful of spinach (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon peppermint extract
- Optional toppings: cacao nibs, crushed candy canes
Instructions
- Add almond or oat milk, frozen banana, frozen cauliflower, chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, Medjool date, spinach (optional), and peppermint extract to a high-powered blender.
- Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust thickness by adding more milk (to thin) or more frozen banana/cauliflower (to thicken).
- Taste and add additional sweetness with another date or maple syrup if desired.
- Pour into glasses and serve immediately.
Notes
- Add cinnamon or vanilla extract for extra depth of flavor.
- Vegan and dairy-free by default.
- Store in the fridge for up to 24 hours; re-blend before serving.
- Freeze into smoothie cubes for quick future blends.
- Add kale, chia seeds, or avocado for extra nutrients.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks / Smoothies
- Method: Blended
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: ~245
- Sugar: ~18 g
- Sodium: ~170 mg
- Fat: ~5 g
- Saturated Fat: ~1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: ~4 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: ~37 g
- Fiber: ~7 g
- Protein: ~15 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg