Dates taste of caramel and honey, and just two of them sweeten a whole glass. With a juicy pear and cold milk they make a smoothie that feels almost like dessert.
Garnish: Pinch of cinnamon · Ice: Served up, no ice
Pear Smoothie with Dates
Creamy and naturally sweet, with juicy pear, soft caramel from the dates and a milky finish.
Dates are one of the oldest cultivated fruits and have long been a staple in North Africa and the Middle East. They are naturally very sweet and bring fibre and a rich, caramel-like flavour, which makes them a popular way to sweeten smoothies without sugar.
The old recipe was titled for pear but listed red apples; this version uses a ripe pear, which pairs beautifully with dates and makes the drink softer and creamier. Milk adds body, protein and calcium. It is good for breakfast or as a sweet snack.
Yes, use an oat or almond drink instead of milk.
No. Two dates sweeten the smoothie completely.
It keeps covered in the fridge overnight; the pear may darken slightly. Shake well before drinking.
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