Tropical Pineapple Banana Ice Cream
Dive into a bowl of creamy, dreamy Tropical Pineapple Banana Ice Cream, a refreshing blend of natural sweetness and zesty tropical flavors that's perfect for sunny days or anytime you need an island-inspired treat. Made with frozen bananas, fresh pineapple chunks, velvety coconut cream, and a hint of lime juice, this no-churn recipe is incredibly easy to whip up and completely dairy-free, with a vegan-friendly option using maple syrup in place of honey. The smooth, fruity texture is balanced by the natural tangy sweetness of pineapple and lime, while vanilla extract adds a touch of warmth. Whether served immediately for a soft-serve finish or frozen for a firmer scoop, this deliciously healthy pineapple banana ice cream is sure to become your go-to guilt-free dessert.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 pieces Ripe bananas
- 2 cups Fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 cup Coconut cream
- 2 tablespoons Honey (or maple syrup for vegan version)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon Lime juice
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Peel the bananas, slice them into small chunks, and place them in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Do the same with the fresh pineapple chunks if they are not already frozen.
Place the baking sheet in the freezer and freeze the fruit for at least 4 hours or overnight, until the fruit is completely solid.
Once the fruit is frozen, add the banana chunks and pineapple chunks to a food processor or high-speed blender.
Pour in the coconut cream, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, lime juice, and salt.
Blend the mixture on high until it becomes smooth and creamy. Scrape down the sides of the blender/processor as needed to ensure even blending.
Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness or lime juice if desired.
Transfer the blended mixture to a freezer-safe container, spreading it evenly. Optionally, press a piece of parchment paper slightly on the surface to prevent ice crystals from forming.
Freeze the ice cream for an additional 2-4 hours for a firmer texture, or enjoy immediately for a softer, creamier consistency.
To serve, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for 5 minutes to soften slightly before scooping.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1484 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.5 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.5 g | 188% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 686 mg | 30% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 289.7 g | 105% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.5 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 234.8 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 76 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 1936 mg | 41% | |
*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.
