High-sugar and high-fat foods activate our brain’s reward system, thus, making us ‘feel’ better. No wonder you may be reaching for these foods more often during the pandemic. Banana Nice Cream is the perfect comfort without all the guilt. There is no added sugar and very little fat, but with all the deliciousness of traditional ice cream.
Basic Banana Nice Cream Recipe
- Peel 2 - 3 bananas. Chop and freeze for at least 12 hours.
- Place bananas in a food processor along with 2-4 tablespoons of your favorite milk.
- Blend until smooth. Add as much or as little milk to achieve your desired consistency.
Other Variations
- Chocolate Banana Ice Cream: Use 3 bananas. Add 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract, pinch salt, and 3 tbsp cocoa powder.
- Mint Chocolate Chip: Use 2 bananas and a pinch of salt. Add 1/8 tsp pure peppermint extract (or more if desired), and stir in chocolate chips or cacao nibs after blending. Optional, blend in a pinch of spirulina or a small handful spinach for color and an extra nutrient boost.
- Peanut Butter: Make the original recipe below, adding 2-3 tbsp peanut butter or another nut butter or allergy-friendly alternative before blending.
- Strawberry: Use 2 bananas. Blend in 1/2 cup frozen strawberries. Add 1/4 tsp pure vanilla extract and optional shake of cinnamon.
- Pina Colada: Make the original recipe using 1/4 cup canned coconut milk as your milk of choice. Blend in 1/2 cup frozen pineapple. Stir in shredded coconut if desired.
- Vanilla Bean: Use 3 bananas and a pinch of salt. Add 1/2 tsp vanilla bean paste.
- Pistachio: Make the original recipe below, adding 2-3 tbsp pistachio butter and 1/8 tsp pure vanilla extract. Sprinkle crushed pistachios on top if desired.
