Description
Indulge in the creamy goodness of homemade banana ice cream, a delightful summer treat that’s both simple and satisfying. With just a few ripe bananas and a splash of vanilla, you can create a refreshing dessert that’s perfect for hot days or cozy nights. This smooth, frozen delight captures the essence of summer with its natural sweetness and easy customization options, making it a favorite for all ages.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe bananas (frozen)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: 2 tbsp chocolate chips or nuts (for mix-ins)
Instructions
- Peel and slice the ripe bananas into half-inch rounds. Spread them on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for about 2 hours until solid.
- Transfer the frozen banana slices to a blender or food processor. Add vanilla extract and salt, then blend on high until smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more vanilla or honey.
- Serve immediately for soft-serve consistency, or freeze in an airtight container for about an hour for firmer ice cream.
- Top with chocolate syrup, nuts, or fresh berries as desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (120g)
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg