This raspberry chocolate smoothie with dates turns “healthy” into a guilty pleasure you actually want to sip while judging life choices.
Raspberries bring tart sass, chocolate delivers decadent charm, and dates sneak in natural sweetness without needing sugar, because apparently, life is hard enough.
It’s creamy, rich, and practically flirts with your taste buds while pretending to be a wellness treat.
Blend it fast, pour into your fanciest cup, and feel smug about getting nutrients while tasting pure indulgence.
Sip, savor, and secretly celebrate how something so simple can taste like dessert but scream “I’m a responsible adult.”
Raspberry Chocolate Smoothie with Dates
A naturally sweetened, vegan raspberry chocolate smoothie using dates for smoothness, fiber, and a decadent, guilt-free flavor punch.
Ingredients
- 1 cup almond milk or oat milk
- 1 cup frozen raspberries
- 1 frozen banana
- 2 tablespoons cocoa powder
- 4 medjool dates pitted
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Pour 1 cup almond milk into the blender.
- Add 1 cup frozen raspberries.
- Toss in 1 frozen banana.
- Scoop 2 tablespoons cocoa powder.
- Pit and add 4 medjool dates.
- Add ½ teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Drop ½ cup ice cubes.
- Blend until creamy and smooth.
- Serve immediately and enjoy naturally sweetened decadence.
Notes
Nutritional Values (per serving)
- Calories: 280
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 55g
- Fiber: 9g
- Protein: 4g
Vitamins & Minerals (per serving)
- Calcium: 15%
- Iron: 10%
- Vitamin C: 20%
- Magnesium: 12%
- Potassium: 18%
Additional Notes/Tips
- Soak dates 5 minutes for easier blending and smoother texture.
- Sprinkle cacao nibs on top for crunch and extra chocolate flavor.
- Swap banana for avocado for creamier consistency and subtle richness.
