Creamy Medjool Date Chocolate Shake

This Medjool date shake blends soft dates, coconut milk, almond milk, and cacao into a creamy, chocolatey treat that’s naturally sweet, dairy-free, and ready in minutes. Like a milkshake, but with a feel-good twist!

My Go-To for a Healthy Sweet Fix

Sometimes I want something cold and creamy that tastes like dessert but doesn’t leave me feeling blah after. That’s why I created this Medjool date shake, which is smooth, chocolatey, naturally sweet, and blended up in minutes with soft dates, rich coconut milk, a splash of vanilla, and just enough cacao to make it feel like a treat. It lands somewhere between a milkshake and a smoothie, but without the sugar crash or heavy feeling. The number of times I’ve made this as a late afternoon pick-me-up or after-dinner sweet? Let’s just say it’s officially in the rotation. If you’re into this vibe, you might also like this creamy cranberry smoothie I keep in my freezer-friendly file. Just don’t skip the pinch of salt in this one—it really brings the whole thing together.

A Few Notes Before You Make this Date Shake

• I recommend soaking your dates in hot water for a few minutes if they’re even a little firm, which makes the blend so much smoother.
• When I tested this, full-fat canned coconut milk gave the richest texture, but almond or oat milk still works if that’s what you have.
• I found that a pinch of salt and splash of vanilla make it taste more like dessert in the best way.
• I like to start with four dates, blend, then taste and add more if I want it sweeter, which is easier than guessing up front.
• When I’m feeling extra, I go all in with coconut whipped cream and cacao nibs. It’s not necessary, but it’s fun! Treat energy, fully unlocked. 🙂

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Creamy Medjool Date Chocolate Shake

by Robyn Conley Downs

Servings: 4 servings

Prep: 5 minutes mins

Total: 5 minutes mins

This Medjool date shake blends soft dates, coconut milk, almond milk, and cacao into a creamy, chocolatey treat that’s naturally sweet, dairy-free, and ready in minutes. Like a milkshake, but with a feel-good twist!

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Ingredients

• ½ cup coconut milk (from a can)
• 4-8 soft Medjool dates, pits removed*
• ¼ cup cacao powder
• 1 ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (or any non-dairy milk)
• ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
• 2 cups ice
• pinch of sea salt
• Vanilla Bean Sea Salt Coconut Whipped Cream for topping, optional
• 2 tablespoons cacao nibs for topping, optional
• 1 tablespoon cacao powder for topping, optional

Equipment

• Blender

Instructions 

• Combine all the ingredients in a blender. Blend on high until smooth. Serve immediately topped with Vanilla Bean Sea Salt Coconut Whipped Cream, cacao nibs, and cacao powder if you like.

Notes

• *Fresh dates should be soft and sticky. If yours are hard, soften them by soaking in hot water for a few minutes. When ready to make the shakes, drain the water and proceed with the recipe.
• Play around with the number of dates to find your perfect level of sweetness. Start with four and keep adding until it’s just right for you.
• Keep things simple and just make the shake, or go over the top with coconut whipped cream, cacao nibs, and cacao powder.
• If you can’t find cacao powder, unsweetened cocoa powder will work in its place.

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Nutrition Information:

Serving: 1 (of 4), Calories: 205kcal, Carbohydrates: 33g, Protein: 3g, Fat: 10g, Saturated Fat: 7g, Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g, Monounsaturated Fat: 1g, Sodium: 133mg, Potassium: 414mg, Fiber: 6g, Sugar: 24g, Vitamin A: 54IU, Vitamin C: 0.3mg, Calcium: 153mg, Iron: 2mg

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