Tahini Shake with Cinnamon and Lime

Created by Laura Wright
5 from 3 votes

Tahini shake wth cinnamon and lime is a refreshing, satisfying, indulgent, and pantry friendly breakfast option. Naturally dairy and nut-free. More great smoothie recipes here.

An overhead and up close shot of a creamy beige beverage in a slim clear glass beverage on top of a gold, etched tray. The beverage is garnished with ground cinnamon and sesame seeds.


Hey, happy weekend! I’m spending part of mine making a whole bunch of snack boards and little bites for a family function. Other than that, I’m hoping to get some stuff around the house done, maybe a little tiny bit of work, have a chill hang with some friends, and very casually start planning my holiday decor for this year.

Just a little reminder to my American friends who might be doing some last minute planning: I’ve got all of my holiday/celebration recipes linked on one page right HERE. While you’re planning, you can sip on this creamy and cinnamon-y tahini shake. I’m really into having some richness first thing in the morning lately, and this combination is just doing it for me. If you like this recipe, you’ll love this tahini date shake with coffee.

An overhead and up close shot of a creamy beige beverage in a slim clear glass beverage on top of a gold, etched tray. The beverage is garnished with ground cinnamon and sesame seeds.

Tahini Shake with Cinnamon & Lime

Tahini shake wth cinnamon and lime is a refreshing, satisfying, indulgent, and pantry friendly breakfast option. Naturally dairy and nut-free
5 from 3 votes
Tahini Shake with Cinnamon & Lime - The First Mess
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 5 minutes
Servings 2

Ingredients

  • 1 cup unsweetened non-dairy milk
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 teaspoons lime juice
  • ¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • pinch of sea salt
  • 1 ripe banana, preferably frozen
  • ¼ cup ice (optional)

Equipment

Notes

  • I love the slightly bitter tahini with banana, warm cinnamon, and sharp lime. This recipe is so simple and I’m so into it, that I won’t even suggest substitutions for the core ingredients lol.
  • A handful of mild greens or a spoon of flax/chia seeds goes virtually undetected in this tahini shake, so feel free to add them for a little nutrition boost.

Instructions

  • In an upright blender, combine the milk, tahini, lime juice, cinnamon, vanilla, salt, banana, and ice. Blend on high until smooth and creamy, about 45 seconds. Enjoy the tahini shake immediately.
17/11/2018 (Last Updated 03/10/2024)
Posted in: autumn, beverage, breakfast, creamy, dessert, earthy, gluten free, grain-free, nut free, oil free, quick, raw, refined sugar-free, snack, sour, spicy, spring, summer, sweet, tahini, vegan, winter

11 comments

5 from 3 votes (1 rating without comment)

Recipe Rating





  • Kat

    5 stars
    Delicious as written. I also like to add a scoop of vegan vanilla protein powder and use soy milk making this a delicious post workout breakfast with 30g of protein

  • Barbie

    5 stars
    Made as written as was delicious! Husband enjoyed it too. Next time I will add more lime because we like that. Thank you!

  • Laura

    I’ve been drinking this all week for breakfast with a big handful of spinach and a couple tablespoons of hemp seeds added in. Delicious!

  • Mariel

    I made this this morning and loved it. The flavor combination is just right. The lime isn’t too overpowering either. Thanks for yet another tasty recipe.

    • Laura

      So glad that you enjoyed it, Mariel!
      -L

  • Masha

    Hi Laura,

    Thank you so much for the gua sha shout out :)
    Love love love your words here. And this shake! So dreamy.

  • Mekea

    Obsessed with that gold tray you used in the photo – would love to know where to find! lovely recipe as always

  • Caroline Atwood

    Had to double the lime in this to get it to really pop behind the banana/tahini/cinnamon but other than that it was delicious and I would make again :)

  • Amanda

    Thank you for the mention!
    I totally agree, it can be a slippery slope. I think what you mention is such a good thing to keep in mind- that these things take time, forming habits and finding new alternatives and methods and paths really can take quite a while to experiment with finding the groove. It’s not all or nothing, and you are still doing so well if you’re in an in between spot (aren’t we all really?). Sending lots of encouragement your way! Also, I freaking love tahini and need to try this!!!

  • thefolia

    ooooh, another recipe with tahini, I’m in!