Raspberry Shake

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Made from staple ingredients, this shake is quick, satisfying, easy to make. Raspberry Shake can be enjoy right away or frozen in popsicle moulds for a nourishing cool off on a hot afternoon.

Hint: Keep a variety of soaked, drained nuts in the freezer so you always have some on hand.

Ingredients

  • ½ cup raw nuts (macadamias, cashews, almonds or your favourite)
  • 1 or 2 dates, pit removed
  • 2 cups water
  • 1 cup frozen raspberries or if you want to use fresh raspberries, add ½ cup of ice cubes
  • Splash of Vanilla extract (optional)
  • ¼ inch fresh ginger root (optional)

Directions

  1. Place nuts, dates, water, and fresh ginger root (if using) in blender and blend until smooth
  2. Add raspberries and blend again until smooth and frothy
  3. Enjoy!