Description
This Healthy Homemade Ice Cream is a nutritious and delicious treat made from frozen bananas, Greek yogurt, and natural sweeteners. Perfect for those seeking a creamy, guilt-free dessert that can be customized with various mix-ins like berries, chocolate chips, or peanut butter.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas, frozen and sliced
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt (plain or vanilla)
- 2 tablespoons honey or pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Mix-ins
- 2 tablespoons dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup berries
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
Instructions
- Prepare the frozen bananas: Place the sliced frozen bananas into a food processor or high-speed blender. Blend until they start to break down into small crumbles.
- Add remaining ingredients: Add the Greek yogurt, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and pinch of salt to the blender. Blend again until the mixture is smooth and creamy, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides.
- Mix in optional ingredients: Stir in any chosen mix-ins, such as dark chocolate chips, berries, or peanut butter, evenly throughout the ice cream base.
- Serve or freeze: For a soft-serve texture, serve immediately. For a firmer, scoopable consistency, transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 2 to 3 hours before serving.
Notes
- Use non-dairy yogurt to make this recipe vegan-friendly.
- If the mixture is too thick, add a splash of almond milk to aid blending.
- Try adding cocoa powder for a chocolate version or matcha powder for a green tea flavor twist.
- Store leftovers in the freezer for up to 1 week; allow ice cream to soften for 5–10 minutes before scooping.