It's an unspoken rule among us Californians that, when in Palm Springs a date shake is a must. But that's not a healthy habit. Enter this healthy Cinnamon Walnut Date Smoothie recipe.
1teaspoonground cinnamonplus more for optional garnish
1cupiceabout 8 cubes
Instructions
Make The Walnut Milk: Place walnuts in a bowl and cover with water. Cover with plastic wrap and set aside at room temperature to soak at least 1 hour to 12 hours (this helps remove some of the tannins and makes them blend smoother). Drain walnuts and rinse thoroughly.Combine walnuts, 3 cups water, honey, 1 teaspoon of the vanilla, and salt in the carafe of a blender then blend on low until very smooth, at least 2 minutes.TIP: You can strain the walnut milk through a fine mesh sieve to make it smoother. However, we like the texture of the milk as is. Milk will last 4 days when refrigerated in an airtight container. It may separate as it sits — simply give it a shake before using.
Make The Date Shake Smoothie: Combine the 1 cup of walnut milk with the yogurt, dates, cinnamon, and remaining 1 teaspoon of vanilla in the carafe of a blender and blend on high until the dates are broken up and the mixture very smooth, at least 1 minute. Add ice and blend briefly on high until ice is just broken up.Pour into chilled glasses, garnish with additional cinnamon (if desired), and serve immediately.