Editor's note: The recipe below is from Alex Jamieson's book, The Great American Detox Diet.
Recipe information
Yield
Makes 2 1/2 cups
Ingredients
10
fresh dates, pitted and cut in quarters
10
dried figs, stems removed, cut in quarters
2
tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
2
tablespoons raw nut butter (optional)
1
teaspoon vanilla extract
1
1/2–2 cups filtered water
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Preparation
Step 1
1. Place the dates, figs, cocoa, nut butter (if using), vanilla, and 1 cup of water in a blender and pulse several times until the fruits begin to break down.
Step 2
2. Blend until smooth and creamy, slowly adding water as needed for desired consistency.