Chocolate Sweet Potato Pie Date Shake

Last Updated on November 5, 2025 by Christin Gillespie

For dessert, breakfast, or post-workout, this Chocolate Sweet Potato Pie Date Shake is the perfect healthy protein recipe to make this fall. Rich cacao powder, canned sweet potato puree, caramel-like Medjool dates, vanilla plant-based protein, and cozy spices all get blended together to transpire a naturally sweet dairy-free treat. Sip on it hot or cold; this vegan chocolate shake will satisfy over the holiday months!

Sweet potato pie transformed into a protein-packed chocolate date shake? Yes, please! This is without a doubt my kind of healthy protein dessert to enjoy over the holidays at any time of the day!

While the typical pie takes an entire afternoon to bake, this shake just blends in minutes, and the result is beyond dreamy and decadent. The base just requires a few ingredients that you most likely have on hand, like cacao powder, canned sweet potato puree, Medjool dates, vanilla plant-based protein, Ceylon cinnamon, and a little liquid to get things moving. So simple, naturally sweet, and made with clean ingredients that you can feel good about.

Another major bonus is that this Chocolate Sweet Potato Pie Date Shake can be enjoyed hot or cold. Think sweet potato pie hot chocolate or chocolate sweet potato milkshake! Both are winners in my book, so I am eager to hear which way you blend!

Why You’ll Love This Chocolate Shake

• Nourish at Anytime: The end result of this fall shake is totally dessert-worthy, but since it’s created with healthy add-ins, you can certainly sip on it for breakfast or post-workout!
• A Healthy Holiday Treat: Unlike the traditional sweet potato pie, this chocolate date shake is made with clean ingredients, completely vegan, and refined-sugar-free.
• Blend it Your Way: You can transform this shake into a sweet potato hot chocolate or keep it cold like a milkshake.
• Double & Share: If you’re feeling grateful, this is the best blend to make a batch of to cheers with your loved ones!

Ingredients

• Organic Unsweetened Non-Dairy Milk: Homemade or a clean store-bought brand both work. If you go for store-bought, scan the ingredients (there shouldn’t be many). My go-to brands include Three Trees, MALK Organics, and Native Forest.
• Organic Sweet Potato Puree: Packed with potassium, rich in beta-carotene, naturally sweet, and so much more! I recommend the brand Farmers Market Foods; they’re my go-to for clean and convenient.
• Organic Ground Flax Seeds: Tiny but mighty, ground flax seeds are always tossed into practically every one of my blends. They’re full of fiber, omegas, and essential minerals!
• Organic Cacao Powder: Loaded with antioxidants, magnesium, and that beloved chocolate flavor. Without sounding like a broken record, cacao powder is different from cocoa powder. If you’re curious about cacao, check out the post!
• Organic Vanilla Plant-Based: To up the nutrition, increase the texture, and provide a hint of vanilla essence, a serving of a high-quality plant-based protein powder is a non-negotiable to make this chocolate shake truly filling. As always, grab a clean formula with 20+ grams of plant-based protein, like one of these!
• Organic Medjool Dates: Toss one or two, depending on your sweet tooth (one is usually sweet enough for me). I love the Joolies brand and specifically, their pitted variety. They’re also superb, and the pitted option makes it stress-free!
• Organic Ceylon Cinnamon & Sea Salt: A healthy pinch of each elevates the cozy vibes and brings out the rich cacao essence.
• Organic Ice Cubes: If you’re going the milkshake route, just a few will do the trick. Alternatively, if you’re feeling adventurous, I usually replace the ice cubes with a few frozen cauliflower florets to amp up the milkshake-worthy consistency!

How to Make

1. Blend the Wet Ingredients & Powders. First, add the non-dairy milk, sweet potato puree, and dry ingredients. Blend until completely smooth.
2. Blend the Medjool Date(s). Next, toss in the soft and pitted Medjool date(s). Blend until no date pieces remain.
3. Optional Ice Cubes/Cauliflower. Finally, toss in the ice cubes or cauliflower. Blend until it achieves a smooth milkshake-like texture. If needed, you may need to add a splash of liquid to achieve your preferred shake consistency.
4. Serve. Pour into a chilled glass and enjoy!

Shake It Up: Variations

Creating healthy treats, like this chocolate date shake, at home means that you can tailor it to meet your dietary needs and taste buds’ desires! I’ve listed a few ideas below to get your creativity flowing, but by all means blend this shake your way!

• Organic Coffee: For a boost, use half cooled coffee and half unsweetened non-dairy milk to give this dessert shake a mocha vibe!
• Organic Coconut Yogurt: Level up the creaminess with a healthy scoop of organic plain coconut yogurt. Not only will it enhance the dreamy consistency, but it will also add natural probiotics to get things moving.
• Organic Nut or Seed Butter: For a nutty addition, add a tablespoon of your go-to nut butter. Personally, I think organic raw almond butter or even raw pecans would complement this shake’s ingredients.
• Hot or Cold: If you’re in the mood for a cozy fall dessert, use warm non-dairy milk and omit the ice cubes for a hot cacao situation.

Make This Vegan Dessert Shake Just Right Every Blend

Below are a few helpful tips to master your Chocolate Sweet Potato Pie Date Shake every single time!

• Liquid Ratio: I’ll be the first to admit, I love my shakes to be thick like a milkshake, so depending on your preference, you may need to add more liquid. I always recommend to add ¼ cup at a time, because it’s so much easier to add more than to try to thicken it back up.
• Blend with the Best: A sustainable high-speed blender is a must for any household, and I always recommend Vitamix. Their quality is unmatched, and their blender comes with a tamper, which really helps get things moving when your shake is at a stand still.
• The Order Matters: The blending method that I include in the instructions does require a few more extra steps, but trust me, this tried-and-true way ensures that everything is nice and smooth.
• Don’t Rush It: Please don’t jump your blender up to the highest speed in one second. Turn it on and gradually crank it up as the ingredients start to come together.

Storing & Serving

Storing: Transfer the shake to a glass and seal with a lid. Refrigerate for up to 2 days, giving it a good stir prior to enjoying.

Sharing: Double the recipe as written and share the shake with others!

More Fall Protein Recipes to Make This Season

• Chocolate Pumpkin Date Shake
• Spooky Chocolate Avocado Protein Pudding
• Chocolate Pumpkin Pie Smoothie
• Chocolate Sweet Potato Smoothie
• Pumpkin Peanut Butter Cup Hot Chocolate

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Xoxo.

CMG.

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