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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:
Such a pleasant surprise. Delicious and kept me full til supper !
Delivery hearty smoothie! Lovely cinnamon flavor that would be tasty served warm, or, freezing the base, and making a “milkshake!”
this tastes like dessert- my smoothies I really enjoy feeds my body with greens, and fruiy, I will use this one if I want a dessert for dinner, etc, thanks.
Is there a reason I couldn’t have just blended the ice cubes into the smoothie? woulda been thicker….
Hi Debey, great question! You can absolutely blend the ice cubes right into the smoothie with everything else. That’s a great idea to add a little thickness to your smoothie!
Hmmm, I’m not too sure about this one. I love the fruit and veggie smoothies. I thought I would like this one too, but not too much. It kind of tastes like a cinnamon bun, if you can picture a liquid cinnamon bun, lol. Just not my cup of tea.
I really enjoyed this smoothie but would have preferred it during the autumn challenge. The flavor profile reminds me of fall. However, the smoothie was delicious and yet another recipe in my book.
Delicious, creamy
I Have Eaten Dates Separately As A Snack And Now I Can Say I Have Had Them As A Smoothie. I Thought The Smoothie Was Delicious And Filling. I Added Chia Seeds And Hemp Hearts For More Protein After My Workout. I Will Make This Again. The Blend Of Cinnamon And Dates, So Good 🙂
The cinnamon date smoothie was delicious. It was oatmeal as a smoothie.
Loved this! So different than my normal fruit or green smoothie. This was my first time putting oats in a smoothie and it made it very filling and satisfying.
This was good and easy to make. It was perfect after my run. One thing I want to try next time is adding some protein powder.
I added a 1/2 a frozen banana, some yogurt and collagen protein powder to this Cinnamon Date smoothie. This was a good breakfast start for the hot day. I was missing some flavor so next time I think I’ll add in some peanut butter. Still very good.
I liked the recipe, but I wasn’t wild about it I think this would be great in the winter time. I didn’t add the ice I just added cold water to get it a pinch more liquified. The oats sucked up the almond milk so that’s when I added water I could taste the dates and a bit of the vanilla bean I used. It was good and all but I would drink. it more in the winter and add apple. I didn’t this time but when I wrote the recipe down I included the apples.
This is “comfort in a glass”.
The warm cinnamon and sweetness from the dates along with the vanilla and oatmeal is very comforting to me.
Kind of reminds me of an oatmeal raisin cookie.
Very good – a nice change of pace
This smoothie would have been delicious had I realized the dates were not pitted !! Yep.My smoothie was full of itty bitty pieces of pits. Ulgh!!! Otherwise it had a delicious flavor!!