Creamy, comforting, and layered with warming spice, this Spiced Banana & Cinnamon Smoothie is a nourishing way to start your day—or give yourself a natural boost whenever you need it. Blending naturally sweet bananas and dates with almond milk, chia seeds, and fragrant spices like cardamom and cinnamon, this smoothie offers a satisfying combination of flavor and functional nutrition in every sip.
What makes this smoothie more than just delicious? It’s packed with ingredients that support your body from the inside out. Bananas provide potassium and prebiotic fiber to support digestive and heart health. Cinnamon not only enhances flavor but also offers powerful antioxidant and anti-inflammatory benefits, helping to regulate blood sugar and reduce oxidative stress. Chia seeds add plant-based omega-3s, protein, and fiber to support satiety and blood sugar balance, while lime juice gives a fresh zing—and a dose of immune-boosting vitamin C. The addition of cardamom adds a unique aromatic touch and supports digestion.
Whether you’re enjoying this smoothie as a quick breakfast, an energizing snack, or a light dessert, it’s an easy, feel-good option that nourishes the body while satisfying the senses. Ready in minutes, this spiced blend is a delicious way to power your day with real, whole-food ingredients.
Recipe
Serves 2
2 bananas
2 oz. (60g) pitted dates
16 fl oz. (480ml) unsweetened almond milk
2 tsp. chia seeds
½ tsp. ground cardamom
½ lime, juiced
4 ice cubes
pinch of ground cinnamon
pinch of salt
How to Prepare
Place all ingredients into a high speed blender and blend until smooth.
Divide the smoothie between 2 glasses and garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon and salt. Serve immediately.
Enjoy your Spiced Banana & Cinnamon Smoothie!
