Almond Date Smoothie

By Carynz

Ingredients

• 7-8 chopped pitted dates
• 2 Tbs warm water
• 8-10 raw or roasted unsalted almonds
• 1/2 cup yogurt
• 1 very ripe frozen banana
• 8 ice cubes
• Optional: 1/8 tsp ground nutmeg

Preparation

Step 1

Pit the dates in a bowl and sprinkle with the warm water. Let soak for 5 min to soften then drain.
In a blender combine the dates,almonds,yogurt,banana,ice cubes and the nutmeg. Blend until smooth and frothy. about 30 seconds. Pour into tall,chilled glasses and garnish each with a dusting of nutmeg.