Chocolate Banana Ice Cream
Indulge in the rich, creamy delight of homemade Chocolate Banana Ice Cream—a guilt-free, no-churn dessert that’s as easy as it is delicious! Made with just four main ingredients—ripe bananas, unsweetened cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and an optional splash of milk—this vegan-friendly ice cream comes together in minutes after freezing the bananas. The natural sweetness of bananas pairs perfectly with the deep, chocolatey flavors, creating a luscious treat that’s both dairy-free and refined sugar-free. Customize it with dark chocolate chips for added texture or enjoy it as is for a velvety soft-serve experience. Perfect for a quick snack, a post-dinner indulgence, or to satisfy your chocolate cravings without the guilt, this recipe is a must-try for lovers of healthy, homemade desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 pieces ripe bananas
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons milk (dairy or non-dairy, optional)
- 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Peel the ripe bananas and slice them into thin, even-sized rounds.
Place the banana slices in an airtight container or zip-top bag and freeze them for at least 2 hours, or until solid.
Once the bananas are frozen, transfer them to a food processor or high-speed blender.
Add the unsweetened cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and optional milk (for smoother consistency).
Blend the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. This may take a few minutes but be patient!
If desired, fold in dark chocolate chips for extra texture and richness.
Serve immediately for a soft-serve texture or transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container, smooth the top, and freeze for 1-2 hours for a firmer ice cream.
Scoop into bowls and enjoy your chocolate banana ice cream!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
558 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.6 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.6 g | 23% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 2 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 17 mg | 1% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 128.6 g | 47% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.3 g | 69% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.4 g | ||
| Protein | 10.5 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 93 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% | |
| Potassium | 2074 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.
