Banana Bread Ice Cream Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Total Time
10 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
233 kcal
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Course
Dessert
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Cuisine
North American
Banana Bread Ice Cream Recipe
Description
The Banana Bread Ice Cream Recipe uses frozen ripe bananas blended smoothly with almond butter, vanilla extract, and pumpkin pie spice to mimic the flavors of classic banana bread in a frozen dessert form. The pumpkin pie spice adds warmth and complexity, while almond butter contributes creaminess and richness. Blending until smooth achieves a soft-serve texture easy to enjoy immediately or to freeze further for a firmer consistency.
Optional additions of banana bread pieces and chocolate chips introduce contrasting texture and bursts of flavor that echo the elements found in banana bread itself. The process is straightforward and uses minimal ingredients often found in home pantries.
This frozen dessert suits those looking for a fruit-based, plant-forward alternative to traditional ice cream. It works well as a snack or a light dessert, served solo or alongside other treats. Adjusting the spice or mix-ins can tailor the flavor to taste.
Ingredients
- 3 large banana frozen
- 2 tablespoons almond butter
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice see notes
- 1 lice banana bread optional, cut into pieces
- ¼ cup chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- Add the bananas, almond butter, vanilla, and pumpkin pie spice to your high-powered blender or food processor. If you're using a food processor, add 2 tablespoons of milk.
- Blend on high until totally smooth, stopping to scrape the sides a few times. If you're using a blender, you'll want to use the tamper to push the bananas down.
- Transfer your soft ice cream to a freezer-proof container and, if using, stir in the banana bread pieces and chocolate chips. Either serve right away as soft-serve ice cream (the best!) or freeze for later.
Notes
- Use homemade or store-bought pumpkin pie spice or substitute 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon if unavailable.
- If using a food processor instead of a high-powered blender, add 2 tablespoons of milk to help blending.
- Serve immediately as soft-serve or freeze for a firmer texture later.
- Add banana bread pieces and chocolate chips for extra texture and flavor if desired.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 233 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 = ½ cup | |
| Calories | 233kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 38g | 13% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 9mg | 3% |
| Sodium | 50mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 451mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 17g | 34% |
| Vitamin A | 141IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 9mg | 10% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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