Are date shakes healthy?

Some date shakes are loaded with sugar and dairy making them somewhat unhealthy. This version is made with all nutritious ingredients with no added sugar or dairy, making it a healthier date shake you can enjoy guilt-free!

How long do the bananas need to freeze?

For the best results, let the bananas freeze for at least 8 hours before you make this recipe.

Is this a good shake to enjoy for breakfast?

This date shake is better enjoyed as a healthy snack or treat since it does have some sugar from the dates and bananas. It tastes a lot like a vanilla shake, just healthier!

Healthy Date Shake - Vegan

Name: Healthy Date Shake - Vegan
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 2
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 medium bananas – sliced and frozen for at least 8 hours; 1 cup plant-based milk – unsweetened (I used almond milk); 4-5 pitted Medjool dates; 1 tablespoon chia seeds; 1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Description

A quick and easy date shake made with only a few simple ingredients that you can make in 5 minutes! It’s creamy, smooth, and delicious and makes a wonderful healthy treat that even the kids will love! Vegan and gluten-free!

Ingredients

Scale

2 medium bananas – sliced and frozen for at least 8 hours
1 cup plant-based milk – unsweetened (I used almond milk)
4–5 pitted Medjool dates
1 tablespoon chia seeds
1 tablespoon creamy peanut butter
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Add all of the ingredients to a high-speed blender.
Blend on high until smooth and creamy.
Pour into glasses and enjoy! I like to top mine with a drizzle of peanut butter.

Equipment

Blender

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Notes

Use frozen bananas that have been sliced and frozen for at least 8 hours.
Select pitted dates so you don’t have to remove the seeds. If they are hard, then soak them in some warm water for a few minutes to soften them up before blending them.
This date shake is best if enjoyed right away!

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Category: Healthy Desserts
Method: Blended
Cuisine: American

Keywords: date shake, shake, dates, smoothie