Dates with Milk
This recipe makes about 2 servings of dates with milk. It's a great way to enjoy the natural sweetness of dates and the creamy texture of milk.
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted dates
- 2 cups milk you can use any kind of milk you prefer including plant-based milks such as almond milk or coconut milk
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract optional
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon optional
- Honey or maple syrup to taste (optional)
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, add the pitted dates and milk.
- Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 5-7 minutes until the dates have softened and the milk has thickened.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and let it cool for a few minutes.
- Transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth and creamy.
- If desired, add vanilla extract and ground cinnamon and blend again.
- Taste the mixture and add honey or maple syrup to adjust the sweetness as desired.
- Pour the mixture into a glass or jar and serve warm or chilled.
Notes
This recipe makes about 2 servings of dates with milk. You can adjust the thickness of the mixture by adding more or less milk to the saucepan. You can also adjust the sweetness and flavorings to your liking. This recipe is a great way to enjoy the natural sweetness of dates and the creamy texture of milk. Enjoy!
