May 24, 2023, Updated Aug 29, 2024 The texture of the ice cream is like soft serve. You can freeze it to firm it up to a more scoopable consistency, if you like, or serve right away. Made with just frozen bananas, milk, and a splash of vanilla extract, this creamy treat is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth.
Why You’ll Love this Healthy Homemade Banana Ice Cream Recipe
Gosh you’re going to love this amazing 3-Ingredient Banana Ice Cream! Here are just a few reasons why you’re going to swoon:
Healthy and light: Unlike traditional ice cream, which is delicious but also higher with sugar and fat, this recipe is made with just three simple and wholesome ingredients. It offers protein and is sweetened only with bananas. Easy and quick to make: With just a blender and a few basic ingredients, you can whip up a batch of this delicious ice cream in no time at all. Creamy and delicious: Even though it’s made without any cream or eggs, this ice cream is incredibly rich and creamy. The frozen bananas give it a smooth and silky texture, while the vanilla extract adds a warm and inviting flavor.
How to Serve Your Healthy Homemade Banana Ice Cream
Now that you’ve made your 3-Ingredient Banana Ice Cream, it’s time to enjoy it in all its delicious glory! I topped it off with a dollop of whipped cream. Here are a few fun and creative ways to serve it up:
Milk or milk substitute: This will be the base for your ice cream and will help to blend the other ingredients together smoothly. You can use any type of milk you like. I use cow’s milk, but you can make it dairy-free and vegan by using almond milk, soy milk, or coconut milk. Frozen banana slices: You’ll need three large bananas, chopped and frozen, to give your ice cream its creamy texture and sweet flavor. Pure vanilla extract: A small amount of vanilla extract adds a warm, fragrant flavor to your ice cream without overpowering the banana flavor.
Topped with fresh fruit: Top scoops ice cream with some fresh fruit, such as sliced bananas, strawberries, or blueberries. Drizzled with chocolate sauce: Here’s my favorite easy hot fudge sauce, made with cocoa powder in the microwave. Warm caramel sauce would also be incredible. Sprinkled with nuts or granola: To add some crunch and texture to your ice cream, sprinkle some chopped nuts or granola on top. Chunky Monkey: Boy, do I ever love the peanut butter and banana combo. I like to melt some peanut butter in the microwave until pourable and drizzle it over banana ice cream. Top with chopped, salted and roasted peanuts.
Storage Tips
The shelf life of banana ice cream, like any homemade ice cream, depends on several factors, including the ingredients used and the storage conditions. Here are some things to keep in mind:
Notes on Freezer Storage
Over time, ice crystals may start to form in the ice cream, resulting in a less creamy texture. Additionally, the flavor of the banana ice cream may begin to deteriorate after a few weeks in the freezer. While it may still be safe to consume beyond the recommended time frame, the quality may not be as desirable. Homemade ice cream tends to have a shorter shelf life compared to commercial ice cream, which often contains stabilizers and preservatives to prolong its freshness.
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