Save A creamy, dairy-free frozen treat made with just bananas and peanut butter—no ice cream maker required! Perfect for a healthy dessert or snack.
I first made this peanut butter banana ice cream when searching for a wholesome alternative to store-bought options. It's now a regular summer treat in my home.
Ingredients
- Fruit: 2 large ripe bananas, peeled, sliced, and frozen
- Nut Butter: 2 tablespoons unsweetened peanut butter
- Optional Add-ins: 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 tablespoon cocoa powder, Pinch of sea salt, 1(2 teaspoons maple syrup or honey if additional sweetness is desired)
Instructions
- Blend Bananas:
- Place the frozen banana slices in a high-speed blender or food processor.
- Pulse Into Pieces:
- Pulse until the bananas break up into small pieces.
- Add Peanut Butter & Extras:
- Add the peanut butter and any optional add-ins.
- Blend Until Smooth:
- Blend until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Serve or Freeze:
- Serve immediately for soft-serve texture or transfer to a container and freeze for 1(2 hours for a firmer ice cream.
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Save When my kids are craving something sweet, we love whipping up this ice cream together. It's so much fun watching the bananas transform into a creamy dessert.
Required Tools
High-speed blender or food processor, freezer-safe container, spatula
Allergen Information
Contains peanuts. May contain traces of nuts or gluten depending on optional add-ins—always check labels if you have allergies.
Nutritional Information (per serving)
Calories: 170, Total Fat: 7 g, Carbohydrates: 28 g, Protein: 4 g
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Save Scoop and enjoy immediately, or freeze for a firmer treat. Perfect for hot days or guilt-free snacking.
Recipe Questions
- → What ingredients are needed for this frozen treat?
Ripe frozen bananas and peanut butter are the main ingredients, with optional vanilla extract, cocoa powder, sea salt, and sweeteners like maple syrup or honey.
- → Can I make this without peanut butter?
Yes, you can substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter to avoid nuts while keeping the creamy texture.
- → How do I achieve a soft-serve versus firm texture?
Serve immediately after blending for a soft-serve consistency, or freeze the mixture for 1–2 hours for a firmer result.
- → What equipment is recommended for blending?
A high-speed blender or food processor is ideal to break down frozen bananas and blend ingredients smoothly.
- → Are there tips for adjusting sweetness?
Adjust sweetness by adding maple syrup or honey according to your taste preferences during blending.