Dreamy Banana Peanut Butter 'Nice Cream'
Banana ice cream: blend frozen bananas with peanut butter for a healthy, creamy 'nice cream'. Master this dairy-free dessert with ease.
Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, cut into coins and frozen
- ΒΌ cup natural peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- pinch salt
- 2 tsp maple syrup (if needed)
- 2 tbsp unsweetened almond milk (or other plant-based milk)
Instructions
- Place your ice cream container in the freezer for at least 30 minutes while you prepare your ice cream.
- Peel and slice ripe bananas into coins, ensuring they have some brown spots for optimal sweetness. Seal them in a freezer-safe bag and freeze for at least 4 hours until solid.
- Once frozen, add the bananas, peanut butter, vanilla, and salt to a blender or food processor. Blend until the mixture is smooth and creamy, stopping to stir or let it warm for 10 minutes if needed.
- Taste the mixture and add up to 2 teaspoons of maple syrup if additional sweetness is desired, then blend again briefly.
- Transfer the creamy mixture to your pre-chilled ice cream container, smoothing the top.
- Freeze overnight or for 6-8 hours until firm. Serve with your favorite toppings.
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Notes
- For the creamiest 'nice cream,' use bananas that are very ripe, almost with black spots. They'll be sweeter and blend smoother.
- Don't rush the freezing process for your banana coins. Solidly frozen bananas are key to the right texture. If I'm short on time, I sometimes spread them in a single layer on a parchment-lined tray to freeze faster before transferring to a bag.
- If your blender struggles, stop and scrape down the sides. A powerful food processor can also work wonders for a smoother consistency.
- For storage, freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Let it soften slightly at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before scooping. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.
- Don't rush the freezing process for your banana coins. Solidly frozen bananas are key to the right texture. If I'm short on time, I sometimes spread them in a single layer on a parchment-lined tray to freeze faster before transferring to a bag.
- If your blender struggles, stop and scrape down the sides. A powerful food processor can also work wonders for a smoother consistency.
- For storage, freeze in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. Let it soften slightly at room temperature for 10-15 minutes before scooping. Nutrition information is an estimate, calculated automatically. Values vary with brands, substitutions and portion sizes.