Vegan Chocolate Banana Nice Cream (Printable Version)

A creamy, dairy-free frozen delight with ripe bananas, cocoa, and almond butter swirl for a healthy snack.

# What You'll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 4 large ripe bananas, sliced and frozen

→ Chocolate

02 - 3 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 2 to 3 tablespoons maple syrup

→ Nut Butter

04 - 4 tablespoons almond butter, plus extra for drizzling

→ Plant Milk

05 - 2 to 4 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk

→ Optional Toppings

06 - Vegan dark chocolate shavings
07 - Chopped toasted almonds
08 - Sliced fresh banana

# How to Make It:

01 - Place frozen banana slices in a high-speed blender or food processor.
02 - Add cocoa powder, maple syrup, and almond butter. Blend until thick and creamy, pausing to scrape down sides as necessary.
03 - If mixture is too thick, add almond milk one tablespoon at a time until achieving smooth, soft-serve consistency.
04 - Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness with additional maple syrup if desired.
05 - Scoop nice cream into serving bowls. Swirl extra almond butter on top and add preferred toppings.
06 - Serve immediately for soft-serve texture, or transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 1 to 2 hours for firmer scoops.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with minimal ingredients
  • No ice cream maker required
  • Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and a touch of maple syrup
  • Rich in potassium, fiber, and healthy fats
  • Perfect for satisfying chocolate cravings healthfully
02 -
  • Freeze overripe bananas whenever you have them – they're perfect for nice cream and prevent food waste
  • For a firmer texture, use a chilled bowl when serving
  • A food processor generally works better than a blender for nice cream
  • Try warming your almond butter slightly before drizzling for better presentation
  • This recipe is best enjoyed fresh, as it hardens after prolonged freezing
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