Description
This Paleo & Vegan Shamrock Shake is a delicious and healthy twist on the classic St. Patrick’s Day treat. Made with avocado, almond milk, and natural sweeteners, it’s creamy, refreshing, and free from dairy and artificial ingredients. Perfect for those following paleo, vegan, or dairy-free diets, this shake offers a nutritious boost with every sip.
Ingredients
Shake Ingredients
- 1 avocado
- 2 cups almond milk or your favorite dairy-free milk
- 1 frozen banana, cut into chunks
- 2 tsp maple syrup or more to taste
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
- Optional: 1/8 tsp spirulina powder for color
Toppings (Optional)
- Coconut whipped cream
- Mint leaves
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place the avocado, almond milk, frozen banana chunks, maple syrup, vanilla extract, peppermint extract, and optional spirulina powder into a high-powered blender.
- Blend: Blend all ingredients on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy. Pause to taste and adjust by adding more maple syrup if desired.
- Serve: Pour the shake evenly into 2 glasses. Optionally, top each glass with coconut whipped cream and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a festive finishing touch.
Notes
- Use frozen banana chunks to achieve the perfect creamy and thick texture without ice.
- Adjust the maple syrup according to your preferred level of sweetness.
- The peppermint extract provides a subtle minty flavor; avoid adding more than recommended to prevent overpowering the shake.
- Spirulina powder is optional and adds a natural green color without altering flavor significantly.
- Serve immediately for the freshest taste and best texture.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks, Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American, Irish
