Banana vanilla ice cream

Indulge in this easy, homemade Banana Vanilla Ice Cream made with ripe bananas, fragrant vanilla extract, creamy 2% milk, and a hint of salt. Perfectly sweet and naturally delicious, this frozen treat is ideal for beating the heat and satisfying your dessert cravings.

  • 11 Jun 2024
  • Cook time 0 min
  • Prep time 240 min
  • 1 Servings
  • 4 Ingredients

Banana vanilla ice cream

This Banana Vanilla Ice Cream is a simple and refreshing treat that you can whip up using just a few ingredients. Perfect for dessert or a snack, this homemade ice cream combines the natural sweetness of bananas with the rich aroma of vanilla. Follow these steps to create a delicious and creamy frozen delight in no time.

Ingredients:

1 banana
120g
1 tsp vanilla extract
4.20g
1/2 cup milk (2% fat)
120g
1/3 tsp salt
1.98g

Instructions:

1. Prepare Ingredients:
- Peel the banana and cut it into small slices. This makes it easier to blend.
2. Blend:
- Place the banana slices into a blender.
- Add 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract, 1/2 cup of 2% milk, and 1/3 teaspoon of salt into the blender with the bananas.
- Blend the mixture until it’s smooth and creamy. Make sure there are no lumps left.
3. Chill:
- Pour the blended mixture into an ice cream maker, following the manufacturer’s instructions. If you don’t have an ice cream maker, you can pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container.
4. Freeze:
- For an ice cream maker: Churn the mixture until it reaches the consistency of ice cream, then transfer it to a lidded container and freeze for at least 2-3 hours to firm up.
- Without an ice cream maker: Place the container in the freezer. Stir the mixture every 30 minutes for the first 2 hours to prevent ice crystals from forming and to ensure a creamy texture. After about 2-3 hours of intermittent stirring, leave the ice cream to freeze completely for an additional 1-2 hours.
5. Serve:
- When the ice cream is firm and ready to serve, scoop it into bowls or cones.
- Enjoy your homemade Banana Vanilla Ice Cream!

Tips:

- For a creamier texture, use whole milk or even heavy cream instead of 2% milk.

- If you prefer a sweeter ice cream, consider adding a tablespoon of honey or maple syrup to the mixture.

- Freeze your banana ahead of time for an even quicker blend to ice cream.

- For a chunkier ice cream, mash the banana by hand instead of blending it completely smooth.

- Experiment by adding mix-ins such as chocolate chips, nuts, or a swirl of caramel as you blend.

And there you have it! A homemade, creamy, and delicious Banana Vanilla Ice Cream ready to be enjoyed. This simple recipe not only saves you from store-bought ice creams with artificial additives, but also allows you to enjoy a treat that's both healthy and satisfying. Serve it fresh or store it for later indulgence. Happy scooping!

Nutrition Facts
Serving Size250 grams
Energy
Calories 180kcal7%
Protein
Protein 4.97g3%
Carbohydrates
Carbohydrates 33g10%
Fiber 2.01g5%
Sugar 24g25%
Fat
Fat 2.66g3%
Saturated 1.49g5%
Cholesterol 10mg-
Vitamins
Vitamin A 100ug11%
Choline 33mg6%
Vitamin B1 0.14mg12%
Vitamin B2 0.17mg13%
Vitamin B3 0.92mg6%
Vitamin B6 0.32mg19%
Vitamin B9 18ug5%
Vitamin B12 0.67ug28%
Vitamin C 15mg16%
Vitamin E 0.15mg1%
Vitamin K 0.36ug0%
Minerals
Calcium, Ca 160mg12%
Copper, Cu 0.12mg0%
Iron, Fe 0.00mg0%
Magnesium, Mg 50mg11%
Phosphorus, P 150mg12%
Potassium, K 580mg17%
Selenium, Se 2.20ug4%
Sodium, Na 810mg54%
Zinc, Zn 0.71mg6%
Water
Water 200g-
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2500 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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