If you’re like me you love a good milkshake. I’m partial to a simple strawberry shake, but tend to go for vanilla with fresh strawberries. But, once in a while I’m compelled to
indulge in a coffee house shake – tre’ calories and fat.
Here’s a relatively simple shake that won’t overwhelm you with calories and fats. It’s both sweet and savory. And, the only thing better than the combo of sweet and salty in milkshake is a milkshake that’s less than 200 calories! This baby is actually healthy. Care to impress your non-alcohol drinking friends, just whip one of these up for an outdoor party. And, for those who enjoy coffee treats just add a double-shot of espresso to liven it up a bit!
Healthy Salted Caramel Milkshake
Author: Melinda
Recipe type: Desert
Cuisine: American
Prep time:
Total time:
Serves: 2
Salted Caramel Milkshakes are similar to a salted caramel shake at the coffee shops. Delicious, and easy to make. Add a half cup of coffee or espresso if you'd like to add a kick.
Ingredients
- Caramel hard candy, crushed into very small pieces (optional)
- 1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
- 4 large dates, pitted
- ½ cup frozen pineapple chunks
- 1 tablespoon almond butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon maple extract
- 2 pinches sea salt, divided
- ½ cup ice cubes
Instructions
- Dip the rims of two tall glasses in water, then into the crushed caramel candy to line rims. Set aside.
- In a blender, puree the almond milk and dates until well combined (puree until there are almost no bits and pieces of the dates).
- Add the frozen pineapple chunks, almond butter, vanilla and maple extracts, 1 pinch of the sea salt and the ice cubes. Blend on medium speed until the ice cubes are pureed and the mixture is thick and frothy.
- Divide between the two candy-rimmed glasses and add an optional pinch of sea salt on each. Enjoy!
Nutrition Information
Calories: 200 Fiber: 4g
Today.com has more yummy desert ideas. This one was changed slightly to taste.
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