Description
A creamy, delicious, and healthy Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream made with ripe bananas, peanut butter, milk, and vanilla. This easy-to-make frozen treat requires no added sugar and can include optional chocolate chips for extra indulgence. Perfect as a quick dessert or snack, it offers a smooth, soft-serve texture or a firmer scoop if frozen longer.
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/4 cup milk (dairy or dairy-free)
- 2 tablespoons creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional
- 2 tablespoons chocolate chips
Instructions
- Freeze Bananas: Slice the ripe bananas and place them in the freezer for about 2 hours or until firm but not rock hard.
- Blend Bananas: Add the frozen banana slices to a food processor or blender. Blend until they become smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed to ensure even blending.
- Add Ingredients: Pour in the milk, add peanut butter and vanilla extract. Continue blending the mixture until everything is fully combined and creamy.
- Mix In Chocolate Chips: If using, stir in the chocolate chips evenly throughout the ice cream.
- Serve or Freeze: Serve immediately for a soft-serve texture or place the ice cream in the freezer for about 1 hour if you prefer a firmer, scoopable consistency.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for natural sweetness and best texture.
- Any type of milk works, including dairy-free options like almond or oat milk.
- Adjust peanut butter quantity to taste for creaminess and flavor intensity.
- For a smoother texture, blend longer but avoid overheating the mixture.
- Chocolate chips are optional but add a delightful crunch and flavor contrast.
- Store leftovers in a sealed container in the freezer for up to 3 days.
