This is no ordinary milkshake. Indulge in this creamy, soul-soothing drink crafted to nourish the body and uplift the spirit. Rooted in ancient herbalism, this decadent blend of Cacao, dates, and frozen banana swirls together with the revered longevity herb He Shou Wu, long treasured in Taoist tradition for its rejuvenating, beautifying essence.
Infused with silky hazelnut milk and crowned with swirls of chocolate hazelnut spread and a cloud of coconut whip, this botanical shake is a luxurious fusion of sacred plant medicine and dessert-level pleasure. Rich in antioxidants, minerals, and deep yin energy, it supports the nervous system, hair vitality, and inner glow.
Sip slowly, savor fully, and let this elixir of harmony nourish your roots and awaken your radiance from within!
RECIPE
- Prep time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 shake
- Category: drinks
- Recipe by: Katie Schlegel, @theallnaturalvegan
Ingredients:
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2 frozen bananas
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1 Tablespoon Cacao powder
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1 tsp He Shou Wu
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2 dates (pitted)
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½ cup hazelnut milk
- Chocolate hazelnut spread (to garnish the glass)
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Coconut whip to top
Instructions:
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Prepare the Ingredients: Peel and slice the frozen bananas if you haven't already. Pit the dates if needed.
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Blend the Shake: Add the frozen bananas, Cacao powder, He Shou Wu, dates, and hazelnut milk into a blender. Blend everything until smooth and creamy. If the shake is too thick, you can add a little more hazelnut milk to reach your desired consistency.
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Garnish the Glass: Before pouring the shake into glasses, swirl a little bit of chocolate hazelnut spread around the inside of the glass for extra flavor and a fun presentation.
- Serve: Pour the shake into your prepared glasses and enjoy! You can optionally top it with coconut whip and a drizzle of more chocolate hazelnut spread for extra richness.
