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Date Shake

Updated February 3, 2023  |  by Jillian  |  5 Comments

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The recipe prices will vary based on fluctuating grocery costs. Please use what is posted as a guide.

This naturally-sweetened Date Shake is creamy and dreamy and only requires four ingredients: dates, bananas, almond milk, and hemp seeds.

It costs approximately $3.64 to make this banana date shake. The recipe serves two for about $1.82 per serving.

Try making these Yogurt Muffins with Rosemary to enjoy alongside this Banana Date Shake. 

An overhead picture of the finished date shake recipe.

This Banana Date Shake is the perfect breakfast on the go or post-workout snack. The shake takes minutes to make and is sweet and filling. Not to mention, healthy! It is the best of both worlds. 

The ingredients you will need:

Banana– it’s going to give this shake its creamy and smooth texture. Try to use a speckled ripe banana for the sweetest date shake.

Dates- this oval fruit is not only going to add additional sweetness, but it’s also going to add natural fiber, vitamins, and protein.

Almond milk- will be the base of this shake. However, feel free to use your favorite milk.

Setting some of the “shake” aside for dipping the rim of the glass right before encrusting it in hemp seeds will surely take your drinking experience to another level.

Ingredients and Estimated Cost:

Recipe Cost: $3.64
Price Per Serving: $1.82
  • 2 cups almond milk – $0.64
  • 3 pitted Medjool dates – $2.31
  • 1 banana – $0.25
  • 1 Tablespoon hemp seeds – $0.44

NOTE: The recipe prices are calculated by using grocery store websites. The actual cost of the recipe will vary depending on what ingredients you already have. I updated the prices for this recipe in January 2023.

How To Make a Date Shake

  1. First, blend all ingredients until it reaches a smooth consistency. 
  2. Coat the rims of the glasses in hemp seeds (optional) before pouring the shake into the glasses. 
  3. Serve and enjoy!

***For complete recipe instructions, see the recipe card below.

The rim of a glass being dipped into hemp seeds.

Storage Tips

Serve: You can keep the shake out for about 60 minutes before it needs to be refrigerated.

Store: Place leftovers in the refrigerator and store for up to 24 hours. Give the shake a quick stir before serving.

Freeze: Pour the shake into an ice cube tray. Freeze and then transfer to a freezer-safe zipper-top bag. You can freeze for 9-10 months.

Defrost: Defrost cubes in a glass overnight in the refrigerator.

The finished Date Shake in a clear glass.

Recipe FAQs

Which dates are best for a date shake?

All dates are delicious. Though when traveling through the grocery store, there are usually a few brands of dates and types to choose from.
Whichever one you choose, make sure the dates are smooth, plump, and have shiny skin. Avoid those that are too shriveled and contain sugar crystals on the skin. This is a clear sign of old dates.

Is a date milkshake healthy?

Yes! This milkshake is a fabulous healthy option. Both dates and vitamins are full of nutrients and vitamins. There is no added sugar in this recipe, as the natural sweetness comes from the dates.

Do bananas and dates go well together?

If you have never had bananas and dates together, now is the time! The two work together to create a delicious drink that seems like a dessert. 

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  • Healthy Peanut Butter Banana Smoothie
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The Best Banana Date Shake

Recipe Cost $3.64
Serving Cost $1.82
Course Healthy Drinks
Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins
Servings 2 people
Recipe Cost $ $3.64
Serving Cost $ $1.82
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Ingredients
 

  • 2 cups almond milk
  • 3 pitted Medjool dates
  • 1 banana
  • 1 Tablespoon hemp seeds

OPTIONAL FOR THE RIM OF THE GLASS

  • 2 Tablespoons hemp seeds optional

Instructions

  • Add all the ingredients into a blender and blend on high (for a minute or so) until the ingredients turn into a smooth and silky shake.
  • Optional, but I highly recommend it. Grab two small bowls. In one bowl, pour about ¼ cup of the shake; in the other bowl, add hemp seeds. Dip the rim of the glass right into the shake–coating the rim, then dip it into the hemp seeds until the rim is fully encrusted.
  • Enjoy right away!

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Nutrition

Serving: 8ouncesCalories: 318kcalCarbohydrates: 43gProtein: 11gFat: 13gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 10gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 326mgPotassium: 462mgFiber: 5gSugar: 31gVitamin A: 208IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 357mgIron: 4mg

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  1. Caroline says

    I love how simple this is and with all that yummy flavor and natural sweetness!

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  2. Vicky says

    What a refreshing treat! This creamy, sweet, and delicious beverage is the perfect way to start a day. It feels a like a guilty pleasure, but it is good for you!

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  3. Kathryn says

    We always have a large bag of dates in our pantry and I’m always trying to find new recipes to use them up. This date shake was easy, simple, and so nutritious! Thanks for the recipe!

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  4. Ned says

    Ohh that sounds so good! I can’t wait to try this! Thank you for the recipe!

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  5. Janessa says

    This was so refreshing and delicious! I love that it is naturally sweetened.

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