Banana Ice Cream

A simple and delicious treat made from ripe bananas, perfect for a guilt-free dessert or snack on a warm day.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 2

Total Time 2 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American, Vegan

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

4 ripe bananas Use very ripe bananas for sweetness.
1-2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup Optional for added sweetness.
1 teaspoon vanilla extract Optional for flavor.
a pinch salt Optional, enhances flavor.

Method

Preparation

Peel the ripe bananas and slice them into small pieces.
Place the banana slices in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for at least 2 hours, or until solid.

Blending

Once frozen, transfer the banana slices to a food processor.
Blend the bananas on high speed until creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
Add honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt if using. Blend again until all ingredients are smooth and well combined.

Serving

Enjoy the banana ice cream immediately for a soft serve texture or transfer to an airtight container and freeze for about an hour for a firmer consistency.

Notes

Store banana ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for 1-2 weeks. Let sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften before scooping. Customize your ice cream with toppings like chopped nuts, chocolate chips, or fruits.