Vegan Banana Ice Cream
Prep
5m
Cook
0m
Total
5m
Serves
2
Cal
210
“Just frozen bananas, a blender, and two minutes - this one-ingredient wonder is the dessert hack that will change your life.”
Just frozen bananas, a blender, and two minutes - this one-ingredient wonder is the dessert hack that will change your life. Inspired by American flavors, this quick weeknight vegan banana ice cream comes together with 6 simple ingredients and yields 2 cozy servings. At 210 calories per serving, it's a satisfying choice that doesn't compromise on nutrition. Ready in 5 minutes (5 min prep, 0 min cook), it's proof that plant-based comfort food can be both simple and extraordinary.
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Ingredients
- 4 large Ripe bananas, sliced and frozen
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp Oat milkBuy Oatly →
- 2 tbsp Peanut butter (optional)
- 2 tbsp Cocoa powder (for chocolate version)
- 2 tbsp Dark chocolate chips (optional topping)Buy Hu Kitchen →
Instructions
- 1
Peel and slice ripe bananas into coins. Freeze on a parchment-lined baking sheet for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- 2
Add frozen banana slices to a food processor or high-speed blender. Pulse several times to break them up.
- 3
Continue processing for 1 to 2 minutes, scraping down the sides as needed. The bananas will go from crumbly to creamy - be patient and keep processing.
- 4
Add vanilla extract and a splash of oat milk to help blending if needed. For chocolate version, add cocoa powder. For peanut butter flavor, add peanut butter.
- 5
Process until smooth and creamy with a soft-serve consistency.
- 6
Serve immediately for soft-serve texture, or transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 1 hour for a firmer scoop.
- 7
Top with dark chocolate chips, sliced fruit, granola, or a drizzle of peanut butter.
Pro Tips
This recipe is quick to prep, so have all your ingredients measured and ready before you start cooking for the smoothest workflow.
No cooking required! Make sure your ingredients are fresh and at the right temperature for the best result.
Don't skip the seasoning. Vegan comfort food shines when you're generous with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and smoked paprika.
This recipe is portioned for 2. Double it if you want leftovers for meal prep throughout the week.
Check our vegan swap guide for recommended brands of plant-based products that work perfectly in this recipe.
Taste as you go and adjust seasoning before serving. Plant-based dishes often benefit from a squeeze of lemon or a pinch of salt at the end.
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