Description
A creamy and naturally sweet Iranian-inspired drink made with dates, walnuts, and warming ginger, blended into a smooth and nourishing beverage that feels comforting and wholesome.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups milk
- 6 large pitted dates
- 1/4 cup walnuts
- 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon honey
Instructions
- Ensure the blender is clean and ready to use.
- Add the milk, pitted dates, walnuts, grated ginger, ground cinnamon, and honey into the blender.
- Secure the blender lid tightly.
- Blend on high speed until the mixture becomes completely smooth and creamy.
- Continue blending for an additional 20 to 30 seconds to fully break down the walnuts.
- Taste the drink and adjust sweetness or spice if needed, then blend briefly again.
- Pour into glasses and serve immediately or chill slightly before serving.
Notes
- If dates are firm, soak them in warm water for 10 minutes before blending.
- Serve with chilled milk for a refreshing version or warm milk for a cozy drink.
- Stir or shake before serving if stored, as natural separation may occur.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 28g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 10mg