Description
This Banana Date Smoothie is naturally sweet, creamy, and packed with nutrients! Made with just 5 simple ingredients, it’s perfect for a quick breakfast or post-workout snack. The combination of banana, Medjool dates, and almond butter makes this smoothie both satisfying and high in protein.
Ingredients
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- 1 frozen banana (see note)
- 1 cup milk of choice
- 2 Medjool dates, pitted
- 1 tablespoon instant or rolled oats
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 1 tablespoon vanilla protein powder (optional)
- Pinch of cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
- Blend: Add all ingredients to a blender.
- Process: Blend on high speed until smooth and creamy.
- Serve: Pour into a glass and enjoy immediately!
Notes
- For a thicker smoothie, use frozen banana slices.
- For extra protein, add vanilla protein powder.
- For added fiber, increase the oats to 2 tablespoons.
- Make it dairy-free by using almond, oat, or coconut milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smoothie
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 30g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 9g
- Cholesterol: 0mg