Fig Vanilla Smoothie

Sep 27, 2026 · By VanillaGoods

Drinks Drinks beverages Vanilla: Extract Easy

This fig vanilla smoothie blends dried figs with milk, pure vanilla extract, and a pinch of fine sea salt for a creamy, mildly sweet fall-flavored drink with a smooth texture.

Prep 7 min

Cook —

Total 7 min

Servings 1

Diet —

Ingredients

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servings

¾ cup (180.0 ml)milk
3.0dried figs, stems removed
1.0 tsp (5.0 ml)pure vanilla extract
1.0 cup (240.0 ml)ice cubes
pinch of fine sea salt

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Instructions

Add the milk to a high-speed blender.
Add the dried figs, pure vanilla extract, and fine sea salt.
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. Blend in 1–2 tablespoons additional milk if too thick, or a few extra ice cubes if too thin.
Pour into a 16-ounce glass and serve immediately.

Tips

To make the smoothie extra creamy, soak the dried figs in the milk for 10 minutes before blending. You can substitute almond or oat milk to make it dairy free.

Recipe FAQ

How long does it take to make fig vanilla smoothie?

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

Can I make fig vanilla 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 1 teaspoon of pure vanilla extract. 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.

This fig vanilla smoothie blends dried figs with milk, pure vanilla extract, and a pinch of fine sea salt for a creamy, mildly sweet fall-flavored drink with a smooth texture.

Estimated · per serving

Nutrition

Per serving = 1 of 1 serving this recipe makes.

144 Calories / serving

6.2g Fat

14.0g Carbs

6.1g Protein

13.9g Sugar

Whole recipe (1 serving): ~144 cal · 6g fat · 14g carbs · 6g protein · 14g sugar

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

Per serving · 144 calories

What it takes to burn one serving

Brisk walking 27 min·1.6 mi·~3150 steps
Walking uphill or incline treadmill 20 min·1.0 mi·~2000 steps
Moderate cycling 15 min·3.0 mi
Swimming laps 20 min
Jogging 14 min·1.2 mi·~2250 steps
Stair climbing 13 min·~1150 steps
Dancing 23 min
Bodyweight circuit training 15 min
Cleaning, errands, or playing with the dog 33 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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