Recipe: 5-minute Banana Chocolate Ice Cream

5-minute Banana Chocolate Ice Cream

August 30, 2021 by Lesley Seto


Cool down from the summer heat with a dairy-free sweet treat that has no added sugar!

Guaranteed to be a hit with the kids too!

5-minute Banana Chocolate Ice Cream

Bananas are the base of this ice cream. Simply keep frozen banana halves on hand to make this recipe a breeze to prepare or start with store-bought frozen banana slices! Although this recipe is for a chocolate version, the combinations are endless. Here are a few other variations you might want to try!

Strawberry-Banana: Combine 2 frozen bananas + 1/2 cup frozen strawberries + 1/4 tsp vanilla extract

Dairy-Free Vanilla Bean: Omit the cocoa powder from the recipe and replace it with 1/2 tsp of Vanilla bean paste

Peanut Butter Chocolate: Add 1-2 Tbsp of peanut butter to the recipe

 
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Recipe Serves 2

Ingredients

  • 3 frozen bananas

  • 1/4 tsp of pure vanilla extract

  • 2 Tbsp of cocoa powder (or to taste)

  • Optional: splash of almond or oat milk

How to make 5-minute Banana Chocolate Ice Cream

Step 1: In a food processor blend frozen banana and vanilla together until you get a smooth ice cream texture. If it’s difficult to blend, add a splash of milk (1 tbsp at a time).

Step 2: Add cocoa powder and stir until combined.

Step 3: Serve immediately or place in the freezer for 30-60 minutes to firm up more before serving. Optional: top with fresh raspberries or sprinkles.

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