Almond Banana Date Smoothie Recipe
This Almond Banana Date Smoothie is a creamy, naturally sweetened blend perfect for a nutritious breakfast or a quick energy boost. Combining the richness of almond milk and almond butter with the natural sweetness of banana and dates, plus a hint of cinnamon and chia seeds for added fiber and omega-3s, this smoothie is both delicious and healthful.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Base
- 3/4 cup almond milk
Fruit
- 1 large frozen banana
- 2–3 large dates (to taste)
Add-Ins
- 1 tbsp almond butter
- 2 tsp chia seeds
- A pinch of cinnamon (optional)
- A pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Prepare Ingredients: Ensure the banana is peeled and frozen for a creamy texture. Pit the dates if they are not already pitted.
- Add Ingredients to Blender: Place almond milk, frozen banana, dates, almond butter, chia seeds, cinnamon, and sea salt into a high-speed blender.
- Blend Smooth: Blend on high speed for 30-60 seconds or until the mixture is smooth and creamy with no visible chunks.
- Serve and Enjoy: Pour the smoothie into a glass and enjoy immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Adjust the number of dates according to your preferred sweetness level.
- For a colder smoothie, add a few ice cubes before blending.
- Substitute almond milk with any other plant-based milk if preferred.
- The cinnamon is optional but adds a nice warm flavor and enhances the smoothie’s aroma.
- Chia seeds can be soaked beforehand for easier digestion if desired.
Keywords: almond banana smoothie, date smoothie, healthy smoothie, vegan breakfast, natural sweetener smoothie, chia seed smoothie
