1/2cupunsweetened vanilla almond milkor any other kind of milk
1/2scoop vanilla protein powderI use a soy-based one
1/2scoop plain or vanilla yogurt
1/2TSPvanilla extractdivided
1/2TSPcinnamondivided
2TBSPchopped dates
1TBSPalmond butter
2TBSPpure maple syrup
1gof steviaoptional (I used it because my milk is unsweetened)
Handful of ice
Instructions
In a small saucepan, combine 1/4 tsp vanilla extract, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, the chopped dates, almond butter and maple syrup. Heat over medium low heat, stirring a few times.
Meanwhile, combine all of the remaining ingredients in a blender. Mix until smooth, then pour into a glass.
Once the caramel is heated through, gooey, and smooth, spoon it into your smoothie.
Eat with a spoon to get some caramel chunk bites in throughout your smoothie sipping!