Almond Butter Date Smoothie

Aug 22, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A creamy smoothie blending almond butter, Medjool dates, milk, and a hint of sea salt for a naturally sweet and nutty drink.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet Gluten free

Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
3.0pitted Medjool dates
2.0 tbsp (30.0 g)almond butter
1.0 tbsp (15.0 ml)honey or maple syrup
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)ice cubes
fine sea salt (pinch)

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Instructions

Add the milk to a high-speed blender.
Add the pitted Medjool dates, almond butter, honey or maple syrup, fine sea salt, and vanilla extract.
Add the ice cubes. Blend on low for 10 seconds, then increase to high and blend for 35–50 seconds until completely smooth.
Check consistency. If too thick, blend in 1–2 tablespoons (15-30 ml) additional milk. If too thin, add a few extra ice cubes before blending again.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

Use Medjool dates for natural sweetness and a rich flavor; soaked dates blend more smoothly if your blender isn’t very powerful. Substitute dairy milk with almond or oat milk for a dairy-free option.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make almond butter date smoothie?

Plan on 7 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make almond butter date smoothie ahead?

Best fresh. Refrigerate leftovers in a sealed jar for up to 24 hours and shake or re-blend before drinking.

Can I use a different form of vanilla?

Yes. This recipe uses 0.5 tsp pure vanilla extract (2.5 ml). You can swap in the seeds of 1/2 vanilla bean, 1 teaspoon of vanilla bean paste, or 1/2 teaspoon of vanilla powder instead.

A creamy smoothie blending almond butter, Medjool dates, milk, and a hint of sea salt for a naturally sweet and nutty drink.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

567 Calories / serving

23.1g Fat

85.5g Carbs

13.5g Protein

75.2g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~567 cal · 23g fat · 86g carbs · 14g protein · 75g sugar

Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.

Per serving · 567 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

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Walking uphill or incline treadmill 77 min·3.9 mi·~7700 steps
Moderate cycling 58 min·11.6 mi
Swimming laps 79 min
Jogging 56 min·4.7 mi·~8950 steps
Stair climbing 52 min·~4700 steps
Dancing 92 min
Bodyweight circuit training 58 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 132 min

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