Winter Energy Drink with Dates, Milk, Cinnamon & Cardamom

Ingredients

• 14 pieces Dates (pitted) (Medjool or Deglet Noor, pits removed)
• 3 cups Whole milk (full‑fat) (Prefer fresh, unflavored)
• 1 piece Cinnamon stick (Whole stick)
• 6 pieces Green cardamom pods (Cracked open to release seeds)
• 1 tablespoon Instant coffee (quick‑dissolving) (Any brand)
• 0.5 teaspoon Fresh ginger (optional) (Finely grated; adds a subtle zing)

Instructions

1. Pit the dates

   Remove the pits from the 14 dates. Set the pitted dates aside.

   Time: PT2M

2. Heat the milk

   Pour 3 cups of whole milk into the pot and bring to a rolling boil over medium‑high heat.

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   Temperature: 100°C

3. Soak the dates

   Add the pitted dates to the boiling milk, cover the pot, and let sit for about 5 minutes until the dates are soft.

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4. Blend to a smooth puree

   Transfer the milk‑date mixture to the blender and blend on high for 30‑45 seconds until completely smooth, with no visible date skins.

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5. Return mixture to pot

   Pour the blended puree back into the pot.

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6. Add spices and coffee

   Add 1 cinnamon stick, 6 cracked cardamom pods, 1 tablespoon instant coffee, and, if desired, ½ teaspoon grated fresh ginger.

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7. Gentle simmer

   Place the pot over low heat and bring the mixture to a gentle boil. Simmer for 1‑2 minutes, watching for a thin layer of foam on the surface.

   Time: PT2M

   Temperature: 95°C

8. Skim the foam

   Using the spoon, skim the foam into serving cups, then pour the remaining liquid into the cups.

   Time: PT1M

9. Serve warm

   Serve the drink immediately while hot. Enjoy the sweet, spiced flavor.

   Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

9 g

Carbohydrates

39 g

Fat

9 g

Fiber

3 g