Ingredients
- Blueberries: 1 ½ cups (fresh or frozen – frozen will yield a thicker smoothie)
- Medjool Dates: 3-4 large, pitted (adjust to your desired sweetness)
- Banana: 1 medium, ripe (preferably frozen in chunks for extra creaminess)
- Unsweetened Almond Milk (or milk of choice): 1 cup (e.g., oat, soy, dairy milk)
- Rolled Oats: ¼ cup (optional, for added fiber and thickness)
- Chia Seeds: 1 tablespoon (optional, for omega-3s and thickness)
- Vanilla Extract: ½ teaspoon (optional, for enhanced flavor)
- Ice Cubes: ½ cup (optional, if using fresh fruit or for a frostier smoothie)
Instructions
- Prepare the Dates: If your Medjool dates are a bit firm, soak them in hot water for 5-10 minutes to soften them. Drain the water before adding them to the blender. Ensure all pits are removed.
- Load the Blender: Add the ingredients to your blender in the following order for optimal blending:
- First, pour in the almond milk (or your chosen liquid).
- Next, add the softer ingredients: pitted dates and vanilla extract (if using).
- Then, add the rolled oats and chia seeds (if using).
- Follow with the fresh or frozen blueberries and the frozen banana chunks.
- Finally, add the ice cubes, if you’re using them.
- Blend Until Smooth: Secure the lid on your blender. Start blending on a low speed, then gradually increase to high. Blend for 60-90 seconds, or until the smoothie is completely smooth and creamy. If your blender has a smoothie setting, feel free to use that. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides with a spatula once or twice to ensure everything is incorporated.
- Check Consistency: If the smoothie is too thick for your liking, add a little more almond milk (a tablespoon at a time) and blend again until you reach your desired consistency. If it’s too thin, you can add a few more frozen banana chunks or a little more ice and blend again.
- Serve Immediately: Pour the smoothie into glasses and enjoy right away for the best taste and texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: One Normal Portion
- Calories: 280-350