Got a picky eater? ‘Tis the season for holiday treats with this Hidden Veggie Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake. This post is sponsored by DairyPure. All delicious opinions are my own
Hidden Veggie Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake
SHHHH! I promise not to tell the kids if you won’t. Deal?
It’s the holidays which means I am pulling out all of my favorite holiday treats this season, with zero guilt. Ok, maybe not zero….more like 0.0001% guilt. Anyway, what holiday treat gives me all of the Christmas-y feels? Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshakes. Don’t laugh. I’m a Florida girl. We require cold beverages in December, yes we do. But my kids on the other hand, they don’t need to be indulging on all of the extra sugar, candy and sweets.
Where do I find the balance without being a Grinch? This Hidden Veggie Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake. Best of Christmas, a dash of mom sanity, and happy kids – ’tis the season! Grab this mom-made and kid-approved recipe for the holiday season. And see that mom guilt melt away. (Melt, get it??)
Who knew that the minty green color of your child’s shake is NOT artificial after all? Uh-huh, speak to me. Now don’t knock this milkshake recipe until you try it. If I could fool a 3-year old picky eater, there’s no telling what this milkshake can do for you too.
Think those delicious chocolate mint candies – but better for you! Ready to take your holiday treats up to the next level? Here’s the recipe:
Hidden Veggie Mint Chocolate Milkshake
Hidden Veggie Mint Chocolate Chip Milkshake
Ingredients
- 1 Frozen Banana
- 2 Cups Fresh Spinach
- 1 Cup Milk such as DairyPure
- 1 1/2 TSP Vanilla Extract
- 1/4 TSP Peppermint Extract
- 4 TBSP Mini Chocolate Chips
- 1/2-1 Cup Ice Cubes
- OPTIONAL: Candy Canes crushed
- OPTIONAL: Water/Karo Syrup
Instructions
- Using blender, blend together banana, spinach, milk, vanilla extract, peppermint extract and ice cubes.
- Add mini chocolate chips and pulse blend.
- Pour into cup.
- OPTIONAL: Pre-rim cup with Water/Karo Syrup and crushed candy canes for a festive holiday feel.
- Serve immediately for a fun twist on a holiday drink!
A milkshake like this one requires a high quality milk that is safe for my kids to enjoy. That’s why this Hidden Veggie Milkshake contains DairyPure. DairyPure milk by T.G. Lee Milk is the only milk backed by an exclusive Five-Point Purity Promise:
- Contains NO artificial growth hormones
- Is tested for antibiotics
- Is continually quality tested to ensure purity
- Only comes from cows fed a healthy diet
- Is cold shipped fresh from your local dairy farm to your fridge
Milk, it does a hidden veggie mint chocolate chip milkshake…GOOD! This season is the perfect time to whip up your favorite holiday treats. Make sure to grab DairyPure milk for those family favorite recipes. Be sure to follow DairyPure on Facebook for the latest recipes, inspiration and new milk products!
How are you sneaking veggies into your kids’ meals this holiday season? Would they enjoy this Hidden Veggie Milkshake?
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Janell Poulette says
I always make shakes for my son and i for breakfast and he loves fruit so much. I sneak kale and spinach in there sometimes and he doesn’t even know. He loves and it and its so good for him. I would love to try this with mint chocolate chip.
Stacie @ Divine Lifestyle says
That is so great! Getting veggies into the kids can be difficult. This will make it a lot easier on parents trying to get anything green into their kids.
Jocelyn @ Hip Mama's Place says
You had me at mint chocolate chip! I would love to make these for my boys in the morning, they could always use hidden vegetables, and they love chocolate too so its a win-win!
Pam Wattenbarger says
I have never thought of hiding veggies in a milkshake like this. I bet that makes it so much more nutritious!
Kristi says
I am pinning this. Would be a great way to get some extra veggies into the day. Thanks!
Seattle Travel Blogger says
This looks like an interesting drink.
I am a fan of how you sneak in a healthy spin on it.
Marcie W. says
This is an excellent idea for any picky kid. You could tell them it’s green to honor the Grinch too!
sheila ressel says
I think anyone would love this milkshake. Looks so good. Perfect for Christmastime.
Amber Ludwig says
Yummo!! I love the hidden veggies!! Anything to get veggies into my kiddo’s system lol!! He hates them all!! I have to be sneaky!
Liz Mays says
I know I’d like those flavors! I love mint chocolate chip and the milk and veggie benefits are nice bonuses!
belinda bell says
This sounds like a great recipe for getting your veggies in a yummy milkshake
Pamela Gurganus says
This is a very clever recipe! I’ve never thought of sneaking veggies into somethin sweet!
Ourfamilyworld says
Looks so delicious and at the same time this is healthy to drink. I love the recipe.. I will add on my list.
Kelly Hutchinson says
What a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth and get in some veggies at the same time. That is brilliant!
Kiwi says
I love that you hid the veggies in this shake. I hope it worked you know you have to sneak things in for kids!
Amanda Love says
That’s a great way to hide veggies! My kids also love smoothies and shakes and it’s good to be able to sneak in some veggies that they deliberately try to avoid!
Cinny says
That looks deliciously healthy. I’m really into minty drinks too so this is perfect.
Christina Aliperti says
My nieces are going to love this! The best part is they will have no idea that there are veggies in it!
Lauryn R says
Yummy!! I absolutely love your “secret ingredient” recipes! I have a 7, 3, and 2 year old so it is always nice to find new ways to get them to eat healthy! 🙂 Thank you so much for sharing!
Kristin C says
Thanks for sharing- one of my kids immediately turns up her nose at any green vegetables so maybe this will do the trick.