Peppermint Chocolate Avocado Shake
Prep
5 mins
Total
5 mins
Serves
1
Calories
380 kcal
Why This Works for Intermittent Fasting
Avocado provides a dense combination of healthy monounsaturated fats and potassium — two things the body genuinely needs when breaking a fast after 16+ hours. The fat content blunts any insulin response, so you ease back into eating without a blood sugar spike. Collagen powder adds protein without significantly raising insulin, and the peppermint extract gives the shake an intensity that makes…
May 28, 2026
Why This Works for Intermittent Fasting
Avocado provides a dense combination of healthy monounsaturated fats and potassium — two things the body genuinely needs when breaking a fast after 16+ hours. The fat content blunts any insulin response, so you ease back into eating without a blood sugar spike. Collagen powder adds protein without significantly raising insulin, and the peppermint extract gives the shake an intensity that makes it feel indulgent without any sugar.
Ingredients
- ½ medium ripe avocado
- 1 tablespoon raw unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ teaspoon pure peppermint extract (not peppermint oil — use sparingly)
- 1 tablespoon collagen peptides powder (unflavoured)
- 250 ml (1 cup) unsweetened almond milk or full-fat coconut milk
- 3–4 ice cubes
- 1–2 drops liquid stevia or a pinch of monk fruit sweetener (optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Scoop the avocado flesh into a blender.
- Add the cocoa powder, peppermint extract, and collagen powder.
- Pour in the almond milk or coconut milk.
- Add ice cubes and a pinch of sea salt.
- Blend on high for 30–45 seconds until completely smooth and creamy.
- Taste and add a drop of liquid stevia if you want a sweeter flavour.
- Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Nutrition Per Serving
| Nutrient | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 380 kcal |
| Protein | 14g |
| Carbs | 10g (net 5g) |
| Fat | 32g |
| Fibre | 5g |
| Potassium | ~650mg |
Values are approximate and will vary based on specific brands and milk type. Using full-fat coconut milk increases calories and fat significantly.
Fasting Compatibility
Best for: 16:8, 18:6, OMAD (as part of the eating window), and all time-restricted eating protocols. This shake is ideal as the first thing consumed after breaking a fast — the fat and collagen ease the digestive system back into action gently, without the blood sugar spike that comes from fruit-based smoothies or anything containing sugar. Avoid during the fasting window itself.
Related Recipes
- Matcha coconut cream protein smoothie
- Vanilla coconut collagen shake
- Avocado spinach hemp seed smoothie
This recipe is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice.
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