Peppermint Chocolate High-Protein Superfood Shake
A rich, velvety chocolate peppermint protein smoothie blended with nourishing greens, fiber, and creatine. It offers over 28 grams of plant protein in a quick, refreshing shake.
Prep
5 min
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Total
5 min
Makes
1 serving
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Made by Lindsay + Lila
Lindsay created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
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Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
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Clearer, simpler choices
Let the recipe do the thinking
Clear steps and a complete plate mean fewer decisions when focus is in short supply—and a more substantial meal once you are done.
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Measure 1
Measure 1.25 cups (300 ml) of chilled unsweetened almond milk into a high-speed blender container.
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Add 38 grams of vegan chocolate peppermint…
Add 38 grams of vegan chocolate peppermint protein powder, 12 grams (1 scoop) of AG1 powder, 2 teaspoons (7g) of wheat dextrin fiber powder, and 5 grams (1 teaspoon) of creatine monohydrate powder to the blender.
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Secure the blender lid and blend on…
Secure the blender lid and blend on high speed for 30 to 45 seconds until smooth, creamy, and completely frothy.
Look for: smooth, creamy, and completely frothy
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Pour immediately into a glass and serve…
Pour immediately into a glass and serve cold.
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