Description

This Decadent Chocolate Hazelnut Shake is a rich and creamy plant-based treat made with toasted hazelnuts, cacao powder, medjool dates, and non-dairy milk. Naturally sweetened and packed with nutritious chia seeds, this shake is perfect for a quick breakfast or indulgent snack. Topped with coconut whipped cream, chopped hazelnuts, and dark chocolate, it offers a delightful combination of flavors and textures.

Ingredients

Scale

Main Ingredients

1/4 cup (30g) toasted hazelnuts
1 cup (240g) non-dairy milk
2 tbsp cacao powder (or cocoa powder)
1 tbsp chia seeds
2 pitted (40g) medjool dates
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt

Toppings

Coconut whipped cream (to taste)
Chopped hazelnuts (for garnish)
Dark chocolate pieces (for garnish)

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Instructions

Prepare Ingredients: Gather all the ingredients including toasted hazelnuts, non-dairy milk, cacao powder, chia seeds, pitted medjool dates, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt to ensure a smooth preparation process.
Blend Ingredients: Place the toasted hazelnuts, non-dairy milk, cacao powder, chia seeds, dates, vanilla extract, and salt into a blender. If your blender is not very powerful, it is helpful to soak the hazelnuts in water for about 30 minutes beforehand to aid blending.
Blend Until Smooth: Blend on high speed for approximately 30 seconds or until the mixture is creamy and smooth without any lumps, ensuring all ingredients are fully incorporated.
Add Ice (Optional): For a colder, more refreshing shake, add a few ice cubes to the blender and pulse briefly again to mix the ice evenly without diluting the flavor.
Serve with Toppings: Pour the shake into a glass and enhance its decadence by topping with coconut whipped cream, chopped hazelnuts, and pieces of dark chocolate.
Enjoy: Sip and enjoy your nutritious and delicious chocolate hazelnut shake, perfect as a satisfying snack or sweet breakfast alternative.

Notes

For a smoother texture, soak toasted hazelnuts in water for 30 minutes before blending if your blender is less powerful.
Use medjool dates for natural sweetness; soak them briefly if they are dry.
Adjust the amount of cacao powder to your preference for a more intense chocolate flavor.
You can substitute non-dairy milk with any milk of your choice, such as almond, oat, or soy milk.
Add ice or freeze the shake for a thicker, cooler drink.
This recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, suitable for various dietary preferences.