Vegan Banana Date Smoothie
Thick, creamy, and naturally sweet, this smoothie tastes like a dessert you can feel genuinely good about drinking. Frozen bananas give it that lush, almost ice-cream-like texture, while Medjool dates bring a rich caramel depth that means you won't miss added sugar for even a second. A pinch of cinnamon and a splash of vanilla round everything out, making each sip feel warm and cozy even straight from the blender. Every single ingredient here is plant-based by nature, so there's no swapping or substituting required — just blend and go. It comes together in under two minutes and makes two generous servings, which makes it perfect for a quick breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up. If you want it extra frosty, toss in the optional ice cubes before blending and it gets even thicker and more satisfying.
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2 servings
- 2 medium ripe bananas, peeled, sliced, and frozen
- 4 medjool dates, pitted
- 1 ½ cups plant-based milk
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
- ½ cup ice cubes (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Add the plant-based milk to the blender first, then add the frozen banana slices, pitted dates, cinnamon, vanilla extract, salt, and ice, if using.
- 2
Blend on high speed for 45–60 seconds, until completely smooth with no visible date or banana chunks.
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