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Why You’ll Love This Date Smoothie Recipe
When your sweet tooth hits, you’re gonna want to blend this cinnamon date smoothie. It’s delicious without the guilt, thanks to the natural sweetness from the medjool dates, protein from plant-based milk and complex carbs from the rolled oats. If you’re not a date fan, no worries— this date smoothie recipe will take care of that at first sip.
Ingredients You’ll Need
It’s amazing the delicious and nutritious treats you can create in a blender. If you’re trying to eat better and lose weight, a smoothie is a great way to combat craving while helping you stay full and satisfied. All you need are a few pantry staples to create this Cinnamon Date Smoothie:
- Medjool dates: I’m using Natural Delights pitted Medjool Dates, which are grown in the beautiful, sun-drenched Bard Valley, grown with the help of the Lower Colorado River. Dates are a natural sweetener, bringing sweetness and nutrients to the smoothie.
Fun fact: dates pack in 16 essential vitamins, minerals and disease-fighting antioxidants. - Rolled oats: Adds the fiber and whole grains to the date smoothie recipe, which keeps you full. You can soak the oats ahead of time to remove the gritty texture while still making it a fiber-rich smoothie.
- Ground cinnamon and vanilla extract: These spices give it the flavor of a cinnamon roll without any harmful artificial ingredients.
- Non-dairy milk: I like to use oat milk or almond milk in this recipe. Read the labels to make sure they don’t contain added sugars. Some brands will even be higher in protein, which is a great option.
- Protein powder: This is optional, but a great way to add more protein in your diet and help you stay full longer. I like to use my homemade protein powder.
How to Make Cinnamon Date Smoothie
- Blend rolled oats until powdery. I do this in my Vitamix blender. You can also pre-soak the oats in the non dairy milk to soften them up and blend them with the liquid first, creating a fiber-rich smoothie.
- Add dates, non dairy milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon to the blender, and blend again. Make sure your dates have already been pitted, or pit them yourself before adding to the blender.
- Pour into a glass containing 1 cup ice. Since we’re not using any frozen fruit in this cinnamon date smoothie, it requires ice to chill it down a bit. On a cold day, you can also serve this warm.
Date Smoothie Storage Tip
You can store any leftover cinnamon date smoothie in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 24 hours. Before drinking, make sure to shake it well, as the ingredients may naturally separate. For the best texture, consider blending it again for a few seconds to bring back the creamy consistency.
Health Benefits of Dates in Smoothies
- Dates offer natural sugars paired with good-for-you dietary fiber, ensuring a steady release of energy to power you through your day. This combination provides lasting energy without the crashes often associated with other sweeteners.
- Rich in potassium, dates contain 50% more potassium by weight than bananas, which helps with muscle recovery and enhances workout performance.
- As an excellent natural smoothie sweetener, dates support sustained energy and contribute to overall health.
Cinnamon Date Smoothie Tips
- Soak your dates if they are dry by placing them in warm water for 10-15 minutes to soften, which will result in a smoother texture.
- Remove your date pits before blending (I learned this hard way).
- Adjust sweetness by starting with fewer dates and adding more as needed to achieve your desired level.
- Customize your milk by experimenting with different non-dairy options like almond, oat, or coconut milk to find the best flavor for your smoothie.
- Add a boost with a scoop of your favorite plant-based protein powder or a tablespoon of chia seeds for extra nutrition.
- Serve immediately to experience the optimal texture and flavor. If storing in fridge, shake well before drinking as ingredients may settle.
Common Questions
To make a date shake recipe, blend pitted dates with non-dairy milk, ice, and a touch of vanilla extract. You can also add blended oats with dates for extra fiber and cinnamon for a warm, spicy flavor. The result is a creamy, naturally sweet shake recipe that’s perfect as a nutritious dessert or post-workout snack.
Yes, dates are an excellent addition to smoothies. They provide natural sweetness, are packed with dietary fiber, and help sustain energy levels throughout the day. Medjool dates in smoothies also add a caramel-like flavor when blended, making them a healthier alternative to processed sweeteners.
Absolutely! Dates are not only good in smoothies but are also a nutritious sweetener. They offer a combination of natural sugars and dietary fiber, which helps provide lasting energy without the crash. Additionally, dates are rich in potassium, which aids in muscle recovery, making them ideal for pre- or post-workout smoothies.
To blend dates in a smoothie, first ensure that they are pitted. For a smoother consistency, you can soak the dates in warm water for a few minutes before blending. Then add them to your blender along with your chosen liquid base (like non-dairy milk) and other ingredients. Blend until smooth, and enjoy a naturally sweet, nutrient-packed smoothie.
8 More Date Recipes To Try
Starting to crave more sweet things, like this cinnamon date smoothie? Look no further than these smoothies and snacks that use dates as a natural sweetener:
Cinnamon Date Smoothie
Ingredients
- ½ cup rolled oats
- 3 medjool dates pitted
- 1 ½ cups dairy-free milk ex: cashew, almond, or oat
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 serving homemade protein powder optional
- 1 cup ice optional
Instructions
- Blend oats until powdery.
- Add dates, non dairy milk, vanilla extract, and cinnamon to blender, and blend again.
- Pour into a glass containing 1 cup ice, for an extra cold beverage.
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Notes
- Ice can be added to blender at blending stage, yet blades tend to dull over time when blending ice, so we like to add it to our drinking glass.
- If you prefer no ice in this smoothie, yet still want it to be cold, then place in freezer for 30 minutes before serving.
- Use the dairy-free milk of your choice.
- Swap homemade protein powder for unflavored collagen.
This will be my celebration smoothie when I finish the Thrive 7 Day Reset this weekend! I’m thrilled to have healthy AND tasty options for my sweet tooth!
Can I use homemade coconut milk instead of the oat or almond or cashew milk in any of your smoothie recipes?
For sure, Nia! Homemade coconut milk is a great swap in most smoothies! There may occasionally be a flavor profile where another milk or even water would be better due to coconut milk’s touch of natural sweetness. Other than that – go for it! Let us know what you try it in and how you like it. 🙂
I gave it five stars because even though I haven’t made it yet, oats, dates and cinnamon are one of my favorite combos. I am going to share this with my brother later today. Thanks for what is obviously another great recipe! I work in retail, but I often recommend your site to my customers who are looking to up their game.
I have been drinking Your oatmeal Smoothie A couple times a week . The cinnamon date Sounds very similar And I am excited to try it . I love dates ! Thank you For keeping Me Healthy! ☺
Can’t wait to try this one, I love cinnamon ❣
Used coconut milk. Like all ingredients had on hand!
I love dates and really enjoyed this smoothie! Thank you for sharing 🙂
Have tried a lot of different recipe, but never tried anything like this one. Sounds easy and interesting.
Love dates & can’t wait to make this smoothie!
Dates are my favorite natural sweetener. I love this smoothie recipe and the caramel apple dip on your site that use dates! Thank you for the yummy, healthy recipes.
Oooh love dates! I went to Palm Springs this time last year and learned so much more about them while having some date shakes too. I love how versatile they are as a snack or as a sugar substitute for baking. I don’t think I’ve ever added rolled oats into my smoothies so I’m definitely trying this out 🙂 thank you for sharing!
In freaking love! An internal hug! A cinnamon date shake… best thing ever! Thank you
Huggin you back Lisa!
I love it so much! The cinnamon and dates are such a flavourful combination and just makes you want more! I can’t wait to try this out with my family tonight! Thank you so much Jen for sharing this recipe.
OMG! I literally just picked up stone mejool dates from one of the shipping warehouse. I just started addingvthem to my smoothies . This one seems like it’s going to be yummy. Making first breakfast. I also put dates in my salad and use hummus as the dressing. Thanks for the recipe.
What a great way to use dates! Love the idea June!
This sounds delicious! Can’t wait to try it. My favorite milkshake is date- so I’m sure this will be yummy!
Dates are the best all natural sweetener, I can’t wait to give this recipe a try,
Looks yummy! Can’t wait to try it!!