Vegan Chocolate Banana Nice Cream (Print View)

A creamy dairy-free frozen treat featuring ripe bananas, rich cocoa, and almond butter swirl—ready in minutes.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Fruit

01 - 4 large ripe bananas, sliced and frozen

→ Chocolate

02 - 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
03 - 2-3 tbsp maple syrup, to taste

→ Nut Butter

04 - 4 tbsp almond butter, plus extra for drizzling

→ Plant Milk

05 - 2-4 tbsp unsweetened almond milk, as needed

→ Optional Toppings

06 - Dark chocolate shavings (vegan)
07 - Chopped toasted almonds
08 - Sliced fresh banana

# Method:

01 - Place the frozen banana slices in a high-speed blender or food processor.
02 - Add cocoa powder, maple syrup, and almond butter. Blend until the mixture becomes thick and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
03 - If the mixture is too thick, add almond milk one tablespoon at a time until a smooth, soft-serve consistency is achieved.
04 - Taste and adjust sweetness if desired by adding more maple syrup.
05 - Scoop the nice cream into bowls. Swirl extra almond butter on top and add your favorite toppings.
06 - Serve immediately for a soft-serve texture, or transfer to a container and freeze for 1-2 hours for a firmer scoop.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 10 minutes with minimal ingredients
  • Dairy-free and vegan-friendly without compromising on creaminess
  • Naturally sweetened with ripe bananas and a touch of maple syrup
  • Perfect way to satisfy chocolate cravings healthfully
  • Customizable with your favorite toppings
02 -
  • Freeze your serving bowls for 15 minutes before scooping in the nice cream for a longer-lasting soft-serve texture
  • For easier blending, let frozen banana slices thaw for 5 minutes at room temperature
  • If storing for later, press parchment paper directly onto the surface of the nice cream to prevent ice crystals
  • For a protein boost, add a tablespoon of your favorite plant-based protein powder when blending
  • Nice cream hardens significantly when stored in the freezer – allow it to thaw for 10-15 minutes before serving leftovers
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