Moroccan · Drinks
Cinnamon Almond Smoothie
Blending homemade almond milk with dates, cinnamon and a touch of honey makes a rich, naturally sweet smoothie found at Moroccan juice bars, a favourite for breaking the fast during Ramadan for its quick energy and calcium.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 0 min
- Total
- 10 min
- Serves
- 2
- Level
- Easy
Ingredients
- 500 ml almond milk
- 4 pitted dates
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Ice cubes
Method
- 1
Soak the dates
If the dates are firm, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes and drain.
- 2
Blend
Combine the almond milk, dates, cinnamon, honey, vanilla and ice in a blender.
- 3
Blitz
Blend until completely smooth, about 45 seconds.
- 4
Serve
Pour into glasses and serve immediately, dusted with a pinch of extra cinnamon.
Chef's tips
- Soaking the dates first ensures they blend completely smooth rather than leaving small fibrous bits.
Frequently asked questions
Why is this popular during Ramadan?
It combines natural sugars from dates with calcium and protein from almonds, giving a quick, gentle source of energy for breaking the daily fast.