Banana Gelato
Indulge in the luscious creaminess of homemade Banana Gelato, a dessert that perfectly balances natural fruit sweetness with velvety richness. Made with ripe bananas, heavy cream, and a touch of vanilla, this Italian-inspired treat achieves its signature silky texture thanks to a gentle cooking process and thorough churning in an ice cream maker. A splash of lemon juice enhances the bright flavors, while a pinch of salt heightens the sweetness for an irresistible bite every time. With only 15 minutes of prep time and a short list of simple ingredients, this banana gelato recipe is a must-try for any frozen dessert lover. Serve it in bowls or cones for an easy, refreshing dessert that’s perfect for summer or a year-round indulgence. Keywords: banana gelato recipe, homemade gelato, creamy banana dessert, easy frozen treats.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe bananas
- 1.5 cups heavy cream
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.125 teaspoons salt
Instructions
Peel the bananas and cut them into small chunks.
In a blender or food processor, add the banana chunks, lemon juice, and vanilla extract. Blend until smooth and creamy.
In a medium saucepan, combine the heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and salt. Heat over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is warm (about 5 minutes). Do not let it boil.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the mixture cool slightly.
Add the banana puree to the cream mixture and stir until fully combined.
Cover the mixture with plastic wrap, ensuring it touches the surface to prevent a skin from forming. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until completely chilled.
Once chilled, pour the mixture into an ice cream maker and churn according to the manufacturer’s instructions (usually about 20–25 minutes).
Transfer the churned gelato into an airtight container and freeze for an additional 2–3 hours to firm up.
Serve the banana gelato in bowls or cones and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2153 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 129.0 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 76.9 g | 384% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 389 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 511 mg | 22% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 220.3 g | 80% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.4 g | 44% | |
| Total Sugars | 169.7 g | ||
| Protein | 13.2 g | 26% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 325 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 2069 mg | 44% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
