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Bowl of banana ice cream with banana slices and sprinkled topping

Healthy Banana Ice Cream Recipe

Creamy, naturally sweet banana ice cream is a guilt-free dessert that feels indulgent without any added sugar. Frozen bananas blend into a smooth, velvety texture that closely resembles classic ice cream, making this recipe perfect for a quick after-dinner treat or a refreshing midday snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Video Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 ripe bananas sliced and frozen
  • 2 tbsp milk of choice almond, oat, or dairy
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • fresh berries, chopped nuts, dark chocolate chips, peanut butter Optional toppings

Equipment

  • Blender or food processor
  • Knife
  • Cutting board
  • Freezer-safe container
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Slice ripe bananas into thin pieces and freeze for at least 3 hours or overnight.
    Place frozen banana slices into a blender or food processor.
    Close up of sliced bananas on a wooden surface
  2. Add milk and vanilla extract.
    Blend until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down sides as needed.
    Close up of vanilla pods in milk creating a rich creamy base
  3. Continue blending until texture becomes soft and similar to soft-serve ice cream.
    Enjoy immediately or transfer into a container and freeze for 1 to 2 hours for a firmer consistency.
    Smooth and thick banana ice cream mixture in a container being stirred
  4. Add desired toppings before serving.
    Bowl of creamy banana ice cream with sliced bananas on top

Video

Notes

Nutrient Amount
Calories 120 kcal
Carbohydrates 31 g
Protein 1.5 g
Fat 0.5 g
Serving Size 150 g
Saturated Fat 0.1 g
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1 g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.1 g
Trans Fat 0 g
Cholesterol 0 mg
Sodium 2 mg
Potassium 450 mg
Fiber 3 g
Sugar 16 g
Vitamin A 76 IU
Vitamin C 10 mg
Calcium 10 mg
Iron 0.3 mg

Cooking Tips

  • Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness.
  • Add cocoa powder for a chocolate version.
  • Frozen mango or strawberries can be mixed in for fruity variations.
  • A high-powered blender creates the smoothest texture.
  • Avoid adding too much liquid to keep consistency thick and creamy.