Description
Indulge in the rich flavors of this Tahini Chocolate Coffee Date Shake, a Middle Eastern-inspired beverage that combines the goodness of tahini, cocoa, and coffee with sweet dates and a hint of cinnamon. This vegan, dairy-free, and gluten-free smoothie is a perfect way to start your day or boost your energy levels.
Ingredients
Scale
Base:
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (or milk of choice)
- 1/2 cup cold brewed coffee
- 4 Medjool dates, pitted
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
Additional:
- 1 frozen banana, sliced
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
- Ice cubes as needed
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Place almond milk, cold brew, dates, tahini, cocoa powder, frozen banana, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt into a blender.
- Blend: Blend on high until smooth and creamy. Add ice cubes for desired texture.
- Taste and Adjust: Adjust sweetness by adding an extra date if needed.
- Serve: Pour into a glass and serve immediately.
Notes
- For a protein boost, add a scoop of chocolate or vanilla protein powder.
- If you prefer it sweeter, drizzle in honey or maple syrup.
- Top with whipped cream and cocoa powder for an indulgent treat.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage, Smoothie
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern-Inspired, American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 shake
- Calories: 260
- Sugar: 28 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 9 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 45 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
