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
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.
