Mint chocolate chip milkshake
A mint chocolate chip milkshake is a thick, creamy, cold beverage made by blending milk, vanilla ice cream, mint flavoring, and chocolate chips or syrup. It's a classic American dessert drink, beloved for its refreshing minty taste and indulgent chocolatey crunch. The vibrant green color is a signature, though it's often achieved with food coloring rather than natural mint.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This is a high-calorie, high-sugar treat, primarily providing energy from carbohydrates (sugars) and fat (from the ice cream and milk). A typical serving can range from 500 to over 800 calories, with minimal protein. It offers some calcium from the dairy ingredients but is considered an indulgence rather than a nutrient-dense food.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 350 kcal |
| Protein | 8 g |
| Carbs | 50 g |
| Fat | 14 g |
| Fiber | 1 g |
| Sugar | 42 g |
| Sodium | 120 mg |
| Calcium | 250 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Phosphorus | 200 mg |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg |
| Vitamin A | 150 mcg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.4 mg |
| Magnesium | 30 mg |
Per 1 cup (240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The iconic green color is culturally fascinating, as it's almost entirely a marketing invention from the mid-20th century to visually signal the 'mint' flavor, which is actually derived from the clear oil of peppermint or spearmint. Nutritionally, it's a classic example of a 'hyper-palatable' food, engineered to hit a satisfying combination of sweet, creamy, and crunchy textures that can make it hard to eat in moderation.
