Description
This healthy version of ice cream, known as banana ‘nice cream,’ is a delicious, dairy-free, and vegan dessert made from ripe frozen bananas blended with almond milk and vanilla extract. Optional add-ins like peanut butter, cocoa powder, frozen berries, or dark chocolate chips make it customizable and packed with flavor. It’s creamy, naturally sweet, and perfect as a guilt-free treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, sliced and frozen
- ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk (or any milk of choice)
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Optional Add-Ins
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
- ¼ cup frozen berries
- A handful of dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the bananas: Slice ripe bananas and freeze them until solid to ensure a creamy texture when blended.
- Blend the base: Place the frozen banana slices into a food processor or high-powered blender. Pulse several times to break down the bananas, then add the almond milk and vanilla extract.
- Achieve creamy consistency: Continue blending until the mixture turns smooth and creamy, resembling soft-serve ice cream.
- Add optional ingredients: At this stage, incorporate any optional add-ins like peanut butter, cocoa powder, frozen berries, or dark chocolate chips, blending again briefly to mix well.
- Serve or freeze: Enjoy immediately for a soft texture, or transfer to a container and freeze for 1–2 hours if you prefer a firmer consistency.
- Scoop and enjoy: Once ready, scoop out the nice cream and serve as a refreshing, healthy dessert.
Notes
- This ‘nice cream’ is naturally sweet, dairy-free, and vegan-friendly.
- For added texture, mix in chopped nuts, coconut flakes, or granola before serving.
- Store leftovers in the freezer for up to one week.
- Before serving leftovers, let the nice cream sit at room temperature for about 10 minutes to soften for easier scooping.
