Creamy Blend of Chocolate Chips, Dates, and Milk
Swapping Up the Classic Milkshake
Step aside, vanilla and chocolate milkshakes! In Palm Springs and other sunny spots of Southern California, it's all about the Medjool date-infused milkshake obsession. We've given our twist to this trendy refreshment by pairing it with chocolate chip ice cream to win over even the fiercest date skeptics.
This shake recipe makes it to our Milk Shakes photo gallery.
- Yield: 1 - 2 servings
- Difficulty: Easy peasy
- Total: Less than 5 minutes
- Active: Less than 5 minutes
Essential Ingredients (4)
- 6 tablespoons milk
- 1 pint chocolate chip ice cream
- 1/2 cup Medjool dates
- Fresh nutmeg
Let's Get Shaking
Throw together 4 to 6 tablespoons milk, 1 pint chocolate chip ice cream, and 1/2 cup coarsely chopped soft Medjool dates in a blender or food processor fitted with a blade attachment. Run it for 10 to 12 pulses, or until the mixture is smooth and pourable. Pour into a chilled glass, sprinkle some fresh nutmeg on top, and serve.
Enrichment Scoop: gave our recipe a makeover with a multi-flavored, dairy-free "Palm Springs-inspired Date Milkshake" recipe:
Ingredients:
- 2 cups Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream
- 4 Medjool Dates, pitted
- 1/2 cup Dark Chocolate Chips
- 1 medium Banana
- 1 tablespoon Almond Butter (optional, for added richness)
- 1 cup Almond Milk (or milk of your choice)
- 1 scoop Vegan Chocolate Protein Powder (optional, for that extra protein boost)
- Pinch of Cinnamon (optional)
Instructions:
- Softening the Dates: Quick soak the pitted Medjool dates in hot water for about 5 minutes to soften them. Drain the water.
- Blending the Ice Cream and Dates: Blend the ice cream and soaked dates until the dates are fully combined and the mix is smooth.
- Adding Chocolate Chips: Fold in the dark chocolate chips until they're evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Banana Time: Mix in the medium banana for an added creaminess and flavor.
- Almond Butter (if using): Incorporate the almond butter for a richer taste.
- Milk: Pour in the almond milk and blend until you reach your desired consistency.
- Protein Powder (if using) and Cinnamon (if using): Include the vegan protein powder for an extra boost and cinnamon for a hint of warmth.
- Final Blend: Blend everything together until smooth and creamy. You might need to stop the blender and scrape the sides with a spatula to ensure all ingredients are fully incorporated.
- Serving: Pour the milkshake into glasses and garnish with additional chocolate shavings or whipped cream (vegan if necessary).
Palm Springs Vibes:- sip on your milkshake under the sunny skies of Palm Springs for an authentic experience- consider adding date syrup (if accessible) on top for a local touch
This recipe brings together the sweetness of Medjool dates with the decadence of dark chocolate, creating a Palm Springs-inspired refreshment that will tantalize your taste buds.
- This trendy Medjool date-infused milkshake, with a twist of chocolate chip ice cream, is categorized under our Milk Shakes photo gallery.
- The essential ingredients for the classic milkshake recipe include milk, chocolate chip ice cream, Medjool dates, and fresh nutmeg.
- To create a multi-flavored, dairy-free version of the date milkshake, you'll need vegan vanilla ice cream, pitted Medjool dates, dark chocolate chips, banana, almond butter, almond milk, vegan chocolate protein powder, cinnamon, and follow the specified instructions.
- For an authentic Palm Springs experience, sip on your date milkshake under the sunny skies while enjoying the local touch of date syrup on top.
