Festive Peppermint Mocha Ice cream

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Craving a festive treat that’s as healthy as it is indulgent? This Peppermint Mocha Protein Ice Cream is the ultimate holiday dessert! Packed with almost 70 grams of protein, it’s creamy, chocolatey, and bursting with peppermint flavor—making it a perfect guilt-free option to satisfy your sweet tooth. The addition of G2G Mocha Protein Bar chunks takes this ice cream to the next level, adding chewy bites of mocha goodness with high-quality ingredients you can feel good about. Whether you’re enjoying it post-workout or as a cozy seasonal treat, this recipe will keep you fueled and festive all season long! 🎄🍨

Step-by-Step Directions for Peppermint Mocha Protein Ice Cream

1. Prepare the Ingredients

   Chop 1 @g2gbar Mocha Protein Bar into small chunks and set aside.

2. Blend the Base
   In a high-powered blender or food processor, combine the plain Greek yogurt, milk of your choice, unsweetened cocoa powder, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, maple syrup (or preferred sweetener), banana, and chocolate protein powder. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.

3. Add the Protein Bar Chunks
   Once your ice cream mixture is blended, gently fold in the chopped @g2gbar Mocha Protein Bar chunks. Mix by hand to ensure the pieces are evenly distributed.

4. Freeze the Mixture
   Pour the ice cream mixture into a freezer-safe container. Smooth the top with a spatula and sprinkle additional protein bar chunks or crushed peppermint candies on top if desired.

5. Chill to Perfection
   Cover the container with a lid or plastic wrap and freeze for at least 2-3 hours, or until the ice cream is firm enough to scoop. Give it a gentle mix every 30 minutes or so.

6. Serve and Enjoy
   Allow the ice cream to sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before scooping. Serve in a bowl, cone, or enjoy straight from the container for a festive, protein-packed treat.

Optional: Add a sprinkle of crushed mocha protein bar and peppermint candies or a drizzle of chocolate syrup for an extra holiday touch.

Enjoy this Peppermint Mocha Protein Ice Cream as a guilt-free dessert, snack, or post-workout fuel! 🍨

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Festive Peppermint Mocha Ice Cream

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Author: Deimante Dabravolskis

Prep time: 10 MinTotal time: 10 Min

A festive, high-protein treat with rich chocolate flavor and a refreshing peppermint twist. Perfect for a healthy holiday dessert with almost 70g of protein!

Ingredients

• 1 G2G Mocha Protein Bar, chopped
• 1 ripe banana
• 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (nonfat or full-fat, your choice)
• 1/2 cup milk of choice
• 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1/2 tsp peppermint extract
• 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
• 2 tbsp maple syrup or sweetener of choice
• 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
• Crushed peppermint candies, for a festive topping

Instructions

1. In a blender or food processor, combine the frozen banana, Greek yogurt, milk, cocoa powder, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and chocolate protein powder.
2. Blend until smooth and creamy.
3. Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container.
4. Gently mix in the chopped G2G Mocha Protein Bar chunks, evenly distributing them throughout the mixture.
5. Smooth the top and freeze for 2-3 hours until firm but scoopable. Give it a gentle mix every 30 minutes or so in between.
6. Top with more crushed Mocha Protein Bar chunks and crushed peppermint candies before serving.
7. Enjoy your festive, high-protein Peppermint Mocha Ice Cream!

Nutrition Facts

Calories

370

Fat (grams)

8 g

Carbs (grams)

45 g

Protein (grams)

35 g

Based on two servings.

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