Date Cinnamon Milkshake

Sep 24, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

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A smooth milkshake blending vanilla ice cream, milk, warm cinnamon, and sweet dates, finished with whipped cream for a cozy fall treat.

Prep 5 min

Cook —

Total 5 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

2.0 cups (480.0 ml)vanilla ice cream
½ cup (120.0 ml)whole milk
½ tsp (2.5 ml)pure vanilla extract
½ tspground cinnamon
72.0 g (72.0 g)pitted Medjool dates, chopped
2.0 tbsp (30.0 ml)whipped cream

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Instructions

Chop enough pitted Medjool dates to measure 72 g (about 3 dates).
Add 1/2 cup whole milk to a blender, followed by 2 cups vanilla ice cream.
Add chopped dates, 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon, and 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract to the blender.
Blend on low for 10 seconds, then on medium-high for 20–30 seconds, just until thick and smooth. Avoid overblending.
Check consistency. Add 1 tablespoon milk at a time if too thick, or 1/4 cup additional ice cream if too thin.
Pour into a chilled 16-ounce glass and top with 2 tbsp whipped cream.
Serve immediately with a wide straw and long spoon.

Tips

Use soft Medjool dates for easier blending and a natural caramel sweetness. If dates are very dry, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes before blending to improve texture.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make date cinnamon milkshake?

Plan on 5 minutes of prep. The recipe makes 1 serving.

Can I make date cinnamon milkshake ahead?

Best enjoyed right away. Freeze leftovers in ice-pop molds, or blend them again with a splash of milk.

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 smooth milkshake blending vanilla ice cream, milk, warm cinnamon, and sweet dates, finished with whipped cream for a cozy fall treat.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

852 Calories / serving

35.0g Fat

125.5g Carbs

14.9g Protein

110.2g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~852 cal · 35g fat · 126g carbs · 15g protein · 110g sugar

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

Per serving · 852 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 161 min·9.4 mi·~18850 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 115 min·5.8 mi·~11500 steps
Moderate cycling 87 min·17.4 mi
Swimming laps 119 min
Jogging 83 min·6.9 mi·~13300 steps
Stair climbing 79 min·~7100 steps
Dancing 138 min
Bodyweight circuit training 87 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 198 min

Rough estimates for one serving, based on standard MET values at about 155 lb. Your own burn depends on body size, effort, and fitness. Shown for context only — food is not something you have to earn.

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