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When your sweet tooth strikes, this cinnamon date smoothie is your secret weapon. Naturally sweet from medjool dates, creamy with non-dairy milk, and packed with satisfying oats, it’s like sipping a cinnamon roll—without the sugar crash. Not a fan of dates? You won’t even notice once it’s blended into this dreamy, dessert-like treat.
Why This Recipe Rawks
If you’ve ever wanted a sweet smoothie that actually does your body good, this one’s for you. It’s powered by dates—nature’s candy with benefits. Not only do they bring a rich, caramel-like sweetness, but they also deliver fiber, potassium, and long-lasting energy. Here are a few reasons this cinnamon date smoothie is a total win:
- Tastes like dessert: With warm cinnamon, sweet medjool dates, and a splash of vanilla, it’s basically a cinnamon roll in a glass—without the sugar crash.
- Ridiculously easy: Just toss everything in the blender and go. No chopping, peeling, or fancy ingredients.
- Naturally sweet: Medjool dates bring that rich, caramel-like sweetness—no need for added sugar. Plus, dates offer good-for-you dietary fiber, creating lasting energy without the crashes often associated with other sweeteners. Use any leftover dates in my Chocolate Covered Dates recipe.
- Actually filling: Rolled oats add a creamy texture and fiber boost, helping to keep you full longer.
Ingredients You’ll Need
This cinnamon date smoothie may be simple to make, but knowing exactly what to look for can make your shopping trip a breeze—and your smoothie even better.
- Medjool dates: Look for these in the produce section near the bananas or in the refrigerated area with dried fruits. They’re soft, sweet, and caramel-like—perfect for smoothies or snacking.
- Rolled oats: Find these in the cereal or baking aisle. Be sure to grab rolled oats (sometimes labeled as old-fashioned oats), not steel-cut or quick oats, for the best texture. If you want a smoother blend, soak them in water for 10–15 minutes before blending.
- Ground cinnamon & vanilla extract: Check the spice and baking aisle. Go for pure vanilla extract or use vanilla bean powder, not imitation, for the best flavor. Cinnamon adds that warm, cozy cinnamon roll vibe with zero added sugar.
- Non-dairy milk: Head to the refrigerated section or the shelf-stable milk aisle. Check out Best Almond Milk Brands and Best Oat Milk Brands to help you find a winner. Bonus if it says “no added sugar” and has 5+ grams of protein per serving.
- Protein powder: This is optional, but a simple way to add more protein in your diet and help you stay full longer. Try adding my homemade protein powder or a scoop of collagen—or both!
Storage Tip
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.
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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 cup ice optional
Instructions
- Blend rolled oats until powdery. I do this in my Vitamix blender. (You can also pre-soak the oats in 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.
- Pour into a glass with ice. Since we’re not using any frozen fruit in this cinnamon date smoothie, the ice chills it down a bit.
Equipment
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Notes
- Remove date pits before blending— I learned this hard way.
- Add a serving of my homemade protein powder or collagen for a protein boost.
- Ice can be added to blender, yet blades tend to dull over time when blending ice, so I like to pour the smoothie over ice to chill it down.
- Soak dates if they’re dry and brittle. Soaking in warm water for 10-15 minutes will soften them, making it easier for your blender to get it creamy.
- Watching sugar? Start with just one date and add more as needed to achieve your desired level.
Nutrition
Common Questions
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.Additionally, dates are rich in potassium, which aids in muscle recovery, making them ideal for pre- or post-workout smoothies.
Medjool dates are the best kind to use in smoothies. They’re naturally soft, sweet, and have a rich, caramel-like flavor that blends beautifully. Unlike other dates that can be drier or tougher (like Deglet Noor), Medjool dates are moist and easy to blend—no soaking required in most cases. Just be sure to remove the pits before tossing them in!
I suggested adding 1 to 3 dates to a smoothie, depending what other fruits you’re using and how sweet you like it. Begin with one, blend, and taste—then add more if needed. It’s easier to sweeten gradually than to tone it down if it gets too sugary.
More Smoothies with Dates To Try
Enjoying dates in your smoothie? I have a whole collection of date smoothie recipes for you to enjoy:
This smoothie is absolutely outstanding! It is so tasty and delicious, it would be great anytime of day, especially breakfast! At the moment I am experiencing a lot of pain from a kidney stone and made this smoothie for the first time to try to cheer myself up and boy oh boy…. it did! I think I might make a second one!!!! The oats, cinnamon, dates, vanilla, and oat milk was incredible! (And I don’t even like dates, but this is fantastic!!!!!) Bravo on another delightful smoothie!
Oooh girl – I feel ya. Those kidney stones are no joke! Hang in there and so glad this smoothie brought you some comfort. xoxo
i know this recipe is good, i have made myself many times a smoothie with just 2 dates because they are soo sweet. I also add dried mushroom blend and alternate with ashwagandah and maca. I also add half cup of oatmeal. Or i also add some plain yogurt. the dates give lots of fiber and sweetness to just about any shake you make. I love them just like that also when i dont add them to my shake, to fill a sweet tooth.
Ohhhh I love dates and Cinnamon, I can’t wait to try this!!!
Thank you for this recipe! Can’t wait to try, I love these dates – great in recipes and as a treat when you’re craving something sweet!
Very, very delicious. Next time, I will add some spinach to it.
I have had belly problems all my life, now at the ( Dinosaur according to my 12 years old son ) age of 42 I have been adding your smoothies to my diet for some time and well…
There’s no easy way to say this….
TUMMY LOOOOVES IT
Been sick for a while -covid, here in Stockholm it has been a really big outbreak so sadly enough I’m far from alone in this…
Sickness aside – This warm and yammy smoothie made my immune system, body and soul do a ( a out of rhythm n’ hoffiin+ puffin kind of ) Cha Cha Cha
And as many, many times before I’ll send you a thought filled with gratitude, love n’ blessings
Thank you for making good and healthy available for everyone, no matter how big wallet!
Love From Erica in Sthlm Sweden❤️
We’re doin the cha cha cha with you Erica! This is so awesome!!! Love and leafy greens right back at ya!
I made this smoothie tonight. I really am impressed with dates. Never really had them. I love the almond butter and grapes smoothie. This one was tasty but the cinnamon was too strong for me and I love cinnamon. The oats were a little chalky but maybe its bc I used old fashioned oats. I dont know what they meant by rolled oats in the recipie. The dates were super sweet. I cut the recipe by one date and cut one tsp of cinnamon and cut a 1/4 of Oatmeal. I will absolutely make it again. My suggestion is too add things in slowly until you find the sweet spot, lol! Good job guys and keep the recipies coming!
Looks amazing! Love the use of dates.
Delicious! So yummy!! I’ve been waiting all day to make this and just finished blending. The cinnamon taste is so amazing and I did not add any ice either. It’s cold where I live and it’s perfect right out of the blender at the temperature of the almond milk. Thanks, Jen! Delish!
So awesome Corrinne!!
Yum! I made this as soon as I read the email. I love the taste of cinnamon in my smoothies, and this was amazing! I will say I didn’t even add ice because I wasn’t in the mood today for cold, and I still enjoyed this recipe. Thank you!
Love that you enjoyed it Angela! Stay warm!
This smoothie blend was not pleasant for me. I do enjoy eating dried dates! A thank you for your creation experiment it was simply not a pleasant experience for me
Oh no Anita! If you try it again, def post again to share what you customized to make it work for you – we’d love to know!
This looks amazing and I love your star anise garnish. I feel like dates do not get the recognition they deserve. They are a well kept secret, I suppose.
Totally agree Mel! More for us! 😉
OH. MY. GOODNESS!! I am a huge smoothie fan, but this is definitely at the top of the list! Love it.
Really tastes like a cinnamon roll! If you love cinnamon, you will love the Cinnamon Date Smoothie!
This sounded delicious when I saw it and did not disappoint when I made it. It’s delicious! Not surprising though, I make one of Jen’s Simple Green Smoothies every weekday morning. Thank you for sharing your creative, yummy recipes.
I love cinnamon rolls…So I’m excited to make this for myself, and my 2 year old Grandson! I’m giving it 5 stars in advance, because I know it’s going to be Delicious!