A creamy, naturally sweet smoothie made with chilled strong brewed chai, Medjool dates, cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt. Blended with ice for a refreshing spiced treat.
Chai Date Smoothie
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A creamy, naturally sweet smoothie made with chilled strong brewed chai, Medjool dates, cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt. Blended with ice for a refreshing spiced treat.
Prep
5 min
Cook
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Total
5 min
Servings
1
Diet
Dairy free, Gluten free, Vegan
Ingredients
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servings
Scales by servings. Blend or brew in batches if your blender or pot is small.
- ¾ cup (180.0 ml)strong brewed chai, chilled
- 3.0pitted Medjool dates
- ½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
- ½ tsp (1.0 g)ground cinnamon
- 1.0 cup (240.0 ml)ice cubes
- pinch fine sea salt
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Instructions
- Add the strong brewed chai to a high-speed blender.
- Add the pitted Medjool dates, ground cinnamon, a pinch of fine sea salt, and 1/2 teaspoon pure 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 additional chai or water. If too thin, add a few extra ice cubes and blend again.
- Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.
Tips
- Use Medjool dates for natural sweetness and a rich flavor. For a thinner smoothie, add more chai or water instead of extra ice to avoid dilution.
Recipe FAQ
How long does it take to make chai date smoothie?
Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.
Can I make chai 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.
Is this drink vegan?
Yes, as written. Check that packaged ingredients such as syrups, sauces and toppings are labeled vegan.
Estimated · per serving
Nutrition
Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.
211
Calories / serving
0.2g
Fat
55.3g
Carbs
1.4g
Protein
47.8g
Sugar
Whole recipe (1 serving): ~211 cal · 0g fat · 55g carbs · 1g protein · 48g sugar
Estimated values per serving, calculated from standard ingredient data. Not verified Nutrition Facts; actual values vary with brands, measurements, and preparation.
Per serving · 211 calories
What it takes to burn one serving
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- Walking uphill or incline treadmill 29 min·1.5 mi·~2900 steps
- Moderate cycling 21 min·4.2 mi
- Swimming laps 30 min
- Jogging 21 min·1.8 mi·~3350 steps
- Stair climbing 19 min·~1700 steps
- Dancing 34 min
- Bodyweight circuit training 21 min
- Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 49 min
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