The Best (and Easiest!) Banana Ice Cream
One ingredient is all it takes to prepare this healthy treat. Frozen bananas processed till creamy, then topped with cinnamon, cocoa powder, or any of your favorites will give you a reason to feel good about eating dessert!
Ingredients
- 1 large, ripe banana
Instructions
- Line a baking sheet with wax paper and set aside.
- Peel and slice the banana into one-inch chunks, then place on the prepared baking sheet.
- Place the baking sheet in the freezer for at least three hours and up to overnight. If leaving in overnight, cover the bananas with another sheet of wax paper.
- Remove bananas from freezer and place in a food processor (or blender - see Notes). Process the frozen bananas, stopping to scrape down the sides of the bowl, as needed. The bananas will take on a crumbly appearance as you process them, which is normal.
- Continue processing until you achieve your desired consistency. If you want the bananas to be completely smooth, continue to puree till smooth. At that point, the ice cream will be like soft serve. If you prefer a more solid dessert, place the soft serve in a freezer safe container and return it to the freezer for a few more hours, or overnight.
- Serve as is, or sprinkle with your favorite toppings and enjoy.
Notes
- If you don't have a food processor, or just prefer to use a blender, be sure your blender is capable of handling the frozen bananas, which can be a bit hard.
- If you like the idea of adding mix-ins to your ice cream, it's best to process the bananas till you achieve a smooth, soft serve consistency. That's the perfect time to stir in cinnamon, cocoa powder, chocolate chips, peanut butter, etc. You can serve it right away, or refreeze for a harder ice cream.
Nutrition Facts
The Best (and Easiest!) Banana Ice Cream
Amount per Serving
Calories
53
% Daily Value*
Fat
0.2
g
0
%
Saturated Fat
0.1
g
1
%
Polyunsaturated Fat
0.04
g
Monounsaturated Fat
0.02
g
Sodium
1
mg
0
%
Potassium
211
mg
6
%
Carbohydrates
13
g
4
%
Fiber
2
g
8
%
Sugar
7
g
8
%
Protein
1
g
2
%
Vitamin A
38
IU
1
%
Vitamin C
5
mg
6
%
Calcium
3
mg
0
%
Iron
0.2
mg
1
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.