Chai Smoothie

Chai Smoothie
Taking the time to soak the dates ensures that they will puree and sweeten this simple treat. Add ice if you like a thicker smoothie.

Ingredients

• 6 pitted dates
• 1 1/2 cup unsweetened almondmilk
• 2 teaspoons unsweetened cocoa powder
• 1 1/2 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract

Place dates and almond milk in a medium bowl or liquid measuring cup and chill for 2 hours to soften dates. Put dates, almond milk, cocoa powder, ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, nutmeg and vanilla in a high speed blender and blend until smooth. Serve immediately.