Description
Creamy date shake blends Middle Eastern sweetness with American peanut butter in a luscious drink. Rich flavors merge seamlessly, offering you a delightful sip of pure indulgence.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Base:
- 2 bananas (frozen)
- 4 dates (pitted)
- 2 cups unsweetened almond milk
Protein and Nutrients:
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
Spices:
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Combine dates, bananas, peanut butter, milk, and ice in a powerful blender, ensuring all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Pulse and blend at high speed for 45-90 seconds, creating a velvety, homogeneous mixture with no visible chunks.
- Assess the consistency and flavor, adjusting with additional milk to thin or sweetener to enhance taste if needed.
- Transfer the silky shake into a chilled glass or insulated container, garnishing with a sprinkle of chopped nuts or a drizzle of honey if desired.
- Consume immediately for optimal texture and freshness, or refrigerate for up to 12 hours, giving a quick stir before serving.
Notes
- Boost protein content by adding a scoop of your favorite protein powder for an extra nutritional punch.
- Try different milk alternatives like almond, oat, or coconut milk to customize the flavor and suit dietary needs.
- Freeze leftover shake in popsicle molds for a refreshing, healthy frozen treat that’s perfect for hot summer days.
- For a vegan version, swap honey with maple syrup and use plant-based milk to create a completely dairy-free smoothie.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 2 minutes
- Category: Milkshake
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 370 kcal
- Sugar: 25 g
- Sodium: 110 mg
- Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 3 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 44 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 9 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg