Description
This Tahini Coffee Smoothie is a delicious and energizing blend combining rich espresso, creamy tahini, and naturally sweetened bananas and dates. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up, this smoothie offers a unique nutty flavor balanced with cinnamon and coffee, topped with optional whipped cream and shaved dark chocolate for an indulgent finish.
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 if using smaller dates)
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1/2 cup ice
- Pinch of salt
Toppings (Optional)
- Cinnamon
- Whipped cream
- Shaved dark chocolate
Instructions
- Blend: Combine all the smoothie ingredients—bananas, non-dairy milk, espresso or brewed coffee, tahini, dates, cinnamon, ice, and a pinch of salt—into a blender. Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy without any large chunks remaining.
- Serve: Pour the blended smoothie evenly into two cups. Garnish the top with a sprinkle of cinnamon, a dollop of whipped cream, and shaved dark chocolate as desired to add texture and extra flavor.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and a creamier texture.
- Medjool dates provide a rich caramel-like sweetness; adjust quantity based on size and sweetness preference.
- Non-dairy milk such as almond, oat, or soy works best for creaminess and to keep the smoothie dairy-free.
- For an extra cold smoothie, use frozen bananas or add more ice.
- Espresso gives a strong coffee flavor; substitute with strong brewed coffee if espresso is unavailable.
- Optional toppings elevate presentation and add complementary flavors.
