Banana Sherbet
Cool, creamy, and bursting with natural sweetness, Banana Sherbet is the perfect frozen treat that combines simplicity and luscious flavor. Made with ripe bananas, a touch of tangy lemon juice, and a splash of rich vanilla, this homemade sherbet requires no special equipment—just a blender and freezer. The blend of whole milk and heavy cream creates a smooth, velvety texture, while the natural sugars in the bananas and a hint of granulated sugar provide just the right amount of sweetness. In just a few hours, you can whip up a refreshing dessert that’s as wholesome as it is crowd-pleasing. Perfect for hot summer days or as a light after-dinner indulgence, Banana Sherbet is a family-friendly favorite you’ll want to make again and again.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe bananas
- 0.75 cups granulated sugar
- 1 cup whole milk
- 0.5 cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Peel the bananas and slice them into 1-inch pieces. Place the slices in a blender or food processor.
Add the granulated sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract to the blender, and blend until smooth.
Pour in the whole milk and heavy cream, and blend again until fully combined and creamy.
Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness, if necessary, by adding more sugar in small increments.
Transfer the mixture to a shallow freezer-safe container. Cover it tightly with a lid or plastic wrap.
Place the container in the freezer for about 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the edges start to freeze.
Remove the container from the freezer, and use a whisk or hand mixer to break up any ice crystals. Mix thoroughly to ensure a smooth texture.
Repeat the freezing and whisking process every 30 minutes for about 2-3 hours, or until the sherbet reaches your desired creamy consistency.
Once fully frozen, scoop the sherbet into bowls or cones and serve immediately, or store in the freezer in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1623 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 49.3 g | 63% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.0 g | 145% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 149 mg | 50% | |
| Sodium | 138 mg | 6% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 288.4 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 229.4 g | ||
| Protein | 14.1 g | 28% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.7 mcg | 13% | |
| Calcium | 330 mg | 25% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 2351 mg | 50% | |
*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.
