Two soft dates give this almond milk smoothie a deep, caramel-like sweetness. It is rich enough to replace a small breakfast and tastes almost like dessert.
1
banana
½
pear
2
dates pitted
2½ tbsp
natural yogurt
5 oz
almond milk
Garnish: A pinch of cinnamon · Ice: Served up, no ice
Banana Almond Smoothie with Dates
Thick, creamy and sweet with caramel notes from the dates and a mild almond flavor.
Dates are the natural sweetener here. Soft varieties such as Medjool have a toffee-like flavor and blend easily, and they contribute fiber as well as sugar. Banana makes the drink creamy, pear keeps it from being too heavy, and yogurt adds a gentle tang. Unsweetened almond milk brings a light nutty background.
Because dates are very sweet, two are enough for one glass. If yours are dry and firm, soak them in warm water for ten minutes first. The smoothie is filling and works as breakfast or as a snack after sport.
Two per glass is plenty; add a third only if your banana is not ripe.
Not with dairy yogurt. Use a plant-based yogurt to make it vegan.
Yes, soak them in warm water for about ten minutes first.
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