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I’ve made this Tahini Date Smoothiefor years now and it truly does taste like a Wendy’s frosty! It hits the spot everytime.
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There I was, about 7 months pregnant on a hot summer day a few years ago and all I could think about was getting my hands on a Wendy’s frosty.
If you’ve ever experienced a pregnancy craving, you know what I’m talking about. There’s just no way you can stop thinking about it until you have it. I haven’t had one of those since I was probably 8 years old. But for whatever reason, I just HAD to have one.
We were in the car driving and passed right by a Wendy’s as I was talking about it. My husband being the trooper he is, nearly got in a car accident swerving to get into the Wendy’s lot.
In which I asked him— “What in the world are you doing?!”
“I’m getting you a Wendy’s frosty just like you asked!”
That escalated quickly to a good hormonal outburst because he should have KNOWN I cannot have that anymore… how dare he tempt me, right?! I would be going against everything I teach if I gave into that craving! I still thank him for putting up with me during those days.
Anyways, I didn’t give into the Wendy’s frosty BUT you better believe I went home and figured out how to make a copycat one.
As you likely know by now, one of my favorite things to do is come up with “healthified” alternatives to the delicious foods I love. This time was no different….
Ever since that day this recipe has been something I look forward to often.
And so, I’m really excited to share with you my healthy version of a Wendy’s frosty!
I’ve made this Tahini Date Smoothiefor years now and it truly does taste like a Wendy’s frosty! It hits the spot everytime. It’s so good even my whole family is on board with it 😉.
Add all of the ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth. Pour into a glass and enjoy!
Notes
Chocolate Flavor: Add chocolate flavored protein powder or cacao powder
This healthy frosty recipe includes tahini and pitted dates, both of which are anti-inflammatory and rich in antioxidants. It also contains wonderful spices like cinnamon and cardamom that not only add flavor, but also balance blood sugar and relieve acidity.
And you know of COURSE it is balanced with carbs, fat, and plenty of protein to make sure you stay satiated and energized!
This healthy frosty recipe calls for vanilla protein powder (you can also sub chocolate protein or add cacao powder to make it a chocolate frosty). One of my favorite protein powders is this Nuzest Clean Lean Vanilla Protein. It’s a potent plant-based vegetable protein that’s actually made from European golden peas! It’s packed with essential amino acids and easy on the digestive system. You can grab 10% off using code nikkiyeltonrd at checkout.
I highly recommend you save this recipe for when you’re craving a summer treat!
This frosty recipe is also so healthy and balanced you could absolutely make it for breakfast as well! It’s versatile, delicious, and packed with nutrients. You can make it thicker if you want by adding ice or more frozen bananas.
I always love to experiment and share health centered alternatives to classic treats so you can feel at ease knowing you’re taking part in seasonal fun WHILE keepin’ it healthy!
"When it comes to balancing our body, healing the gut, reversing autoimmunity, and achieving optimal health—we are a lot like a car that won’t run right. In order to fix the problem once and for all instead of relying on jumper cables, we must get underneath the hood, run the diagnostics, and replace the battery so that it runs good as new."
-Nikki Yelton, RD
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