Instant Banana Ice Cream James Martin Recipe
Whip up a frozen treat in minutes with this Instant Banana Ice Cream inspired by James Martin! This quick no-cook recipe calls for just a handful of wholesome ingredients—ripe bananas, double cream, a touch of honey or maple syrup, and a hint of vanilla extract. The magic begins with frozen banana slices, blended into a creamy, velvety dessert without the need for an ice cream machine. Perfect for a guilt-free indulgence, this naturally sweet and customizable recipe is ready in under 10 minutes of prep time, making it a lifesaver for summer cravings. Top your silky creation with chopped nuts or chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor. Whether you savor it as a soft-serve or freeze it for a firmer treat, this banana ice cream is a deliciously simple crowd-pleaser!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces Ripe bananas
- 100 ml Double cream
- 2 tablespoons Honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons Chopped nuts or chocolate chips (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Peel the bananas, slice them evenly, and place the slices in a single layer on a tray or baking sheet.
Transfer the tray to the freezer and freeze the banana slices for at least 2-3 hours or until they are solid.
Once the banana slices are frozen, add them to a powerful blender or food processor.
Pour in the double cream, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, pausing to scrape down the sides of the blender as needed. This will take about 2-3 minutes.
Taste the ice cream and adjust sweetness, adding a little more honey or maple syrup if preferred.
Serve the ice cream immediately for a soft-serve texture, or transfer it to an airtight container and freeze for an additional 30 minutes if you prefer a firmer texture.
Optionally, top with chopped nuts or chocolate chips before serving for an added crunch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1012 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.3 g | 76% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.6 g | 163% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 132 mg | 44% | |
| Sodium | 46 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 122.5 g | 45% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.9 g | 39% | |
| Total Sugars | 81.5 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 98 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 1.8 mg | 10% | |
| Potassium | 1444 mg | 31% | |
*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.
