Description
This Tahini Coffee Smoothie combines the rich, nutty flavor of tahini with the bold taste of espresso and the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and dates. It’s a creamy, energizing drink perfect for a quick breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up. Topped with a sprinkle of cinnamon, whipped cream, and shaved dark chocolate, this smoothie delivers a delightful blend of flavors and textures in just minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
Smoothie Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas, fresh or frozen
- 1 1/2 cups non-dairy milk
- 2 shots of espresso, or 1 cup strongly brewed coffee
- 2 tbsp tahini (sesame paste)
- 2 large medjool dates, pits removed (use 4 smaller dates if preferred)
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup ice
- Pinch of salt
Toppings
- Cinnamon, for sprinkling
- Whipped cream
- Shaved dark chocolate
Instructions
- Blend Ingredients: Combine the ripe bananas, non-dairy milk, espresso or strongly brewed coffee, tahini, medjool dates, cinnamon, ice, and a pinch of salt in a blender. Blend on high until the mixture is smooth and creamy, ensuring all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Serve Smoothie: Pour the blended smoothie evenly into two glasses. Add your choice of toppings such as a dusting of cinnamon, a swirl of whipped cream, and a sprinkle of shaved dark chocolate to enhance the flavor and presentation.
Notes
- For a colder smoothie, use frozen bananas or add more ice as desired.
- You can adjust the sweetness by adding more dates or using fewer depending on your preference.
- Non-dairy milks like almond, oat, or soy work well, but you can substitute with dairy milk if preferred.
- The espresso can be replaced with strong brewed coffee if you don’t have an espresso machine.
- To make it vegan, ensure the whipped cream used is plant-based.
