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    Home » Desserts

    Chocolate banana nice cream (vegan)

    Published: May 23, 2019 · Modified: Mar 15, 2023 by Cadry's Kitchen
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    Text overlay: Chocolate banana nice cream. Glass of dairy free ice cream in glasses with cherry garnish.

    Chocolate banana nice cream can be yours with just three ingredients and a few minutes.

    It tastes like dessert. But it’s made with wholesome ingredients. Vegan, gluten-free, soy-free.

    Chocolate banana nice cream in glass with cherry garnish. Ice cream scoop holding nice cream is on the side.

    When you want a sweet treat but your chocolate stash has run dry, it’s time to make chocolate banana nice cream.

    It is made by blending frozen bananas until they become smooth and creamy, like soft serve.

    Add in some cocoa powder and a bit of non-dairy milk to ease with the blending, and vegan nice cream is yours.

    Frozen bananas are the David Copperfield of the produce world.

    They are master illusionists.

    They can go from humble fruit to having the texture of soft serve-style ice cream in no time at all.

    In this post:

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    Ingredients

    Here are the ingredients you will need to make this recipe.

    Labeled ingredients for chocolate banana nice cream.

    Non-dairy milk: I typically use cashew milk, but any non-dairy milk you like will work here. Try it with almond milk, soy milk, or oat milk.

    Cocoa powder: That’s what gives this nice cream its chocolatey flavor.

    Bananas: It’s essential that the bananas have been frozen first. That’s what makes this dessert creamy.

    Peel ripe bananas, break them into chunks, and then freeze until you’re ready to use them.

    Chocolate chip: If you like, finish with a zested chocolate chip for garnish.

    You can find non-dairy semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips in most grocery stores. Just read the ingredient label.

    Step by step instructions

    Here’s how to make this recipe at a glance. For complete ingredient amounts & instructions, keep scrolling to the recipe card below.

    Start by peeling fresh bananas. Break them into chunks.

    Then freeze them in a freezer-safe container. I use glass Pyrex bowls.

    Blender pitcher with frozen bananas, cocoa powder, and non-dairy milk.

    Once the bananas are hard and fully frozen, put them into the blender with cocoa powder, and a splash of non-dairy milk.

    Then blend!

    Depending on the strength of your blender and the size of your bananas, you may need more or less non-dairy milk.

    I recommend starting with the minimum amount and working up from there. Otherwise, you may well end up with a smoothie instead of nice cream.

    Blended nice cream in pitcher.

    Put the chocolate banana nice cream into two bowls and enjoy!

    Make it your own

    You can make this easy dessert your own by varying the preparation method and/or ingredients.

    • Instead of using a blender, use a food processor to blend
    • Vary the type of non-dairy milk with cashew, almond milk, or vanilla soy milk
    • Add a garnish like fresh or maraschino cherries, or zest a chocolate chip on top
    Vegan chocolate banana nice cream in glasses with cherry garnish.

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    Clear glass holding chocolate banana nice cream with cherry garnish.

    Chocolate banana nice cream

    Author: Cadry Nelson
    5 from 6 votes
    With just three ingredients and a couple minutes, this creamy & healthy dessert could be yours!
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    Prep Time: 1 minute minute
    Cook Time: 2 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 3 minutes minutes
    Servings: 2 people
    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American, Vegan
    Keyword: dairy free, gluten free, kid friendly
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    Ingredients

    • ¼ to ½ cup non-dairy milk I use cashew milk
    • 2 Tablespoons cocoa powder
    • 3 bananas peeled and frozen in chunks
    • Zested chocolate chip and/or maraschino cherries Optional garnish

    Instructions

    • Blend ¼ cup non-dairy milk, cocoa powder, and bananas in a blender until smooth but still thick.
      If the nice cream isn't blending well enough, add up to ¼ cup more of non-dairy milk. Remember not to add too much, though. You want it to blend, but not become liquidy like a smoothie.
    • Serve the nice cream in two bowls and top with a zested chocolate chip and/or maraschino cherries, if using.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 168kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 709mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 115IU | Vitamin C: 15.4mg | Calcium: 15mg | Iron: 1.2mg

    Content updated January 14, 2023. Originally posted March 15, 2012.

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    1. Susan

      May 25, 2019 at 9:43 pm

      5 stars
      I really enjoy nice cream, it is fun to make at home and there are so many options. I find my food processor works better for me than my blender. I am impressed at how pretty yours looks!

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      • Cadry

        May 29, 2019 at 8:47 am

        Interesting! I’ve never tried it with my food processor, because it works so well with my blender. But I’ve heard from other people too that they have better experiences with their food processor. Thank you!

        Reply
    2. keepinitkind

      March 29, 2012 at 12:26 pm

      5 stars
      I was looking for a recipe for those chocolate chip cookies you mentioned, and found this. I don’t know how I missed it a couple weeks ago, but this looks amazing! Soft-serve ice cream or frozen yogurt is one of my faves. Can’t wait to try this!!! Thank you!

      Reply
    3. chow vegan

      March 18, 2012 at 2:26 pm

      5 stars
      What great timing, I was just thinking about making a banana based soft serve. I didn’t even think to make it chocolate or top it with a cherry. I can’t wait to give it a try! 🙂

      Reply
      • Cadry's Kitchen

        March 19, 2012 at 8:57 pm

        Excellent! I hope you enjoy it! I just made a vanilla version today, subbing 1/4 tsp of vanilla extract in place of cocoa powder. It was tasty, but the chocolate still reigns supreme.

        Reply
    4. Richa@HobbyandMore

      March 16, 2012 at 4:48 pm

      5 stars
      That last picture is so perfect! if it werent for my hubbs being allergic to banana, i would be making loads of banana soft serves.. right now i am happy with my smaller individual portions. esp this chocolate banana version.

      Reply
      • Cadry's Kitchen

        March 17, 2012 at 10:35 am

        Aw, that’s too bad that your husband is allergic to bananas! I’m glad you still get to enjoy their creamy, chocolatey goodness. 🙂

        Reply
    5. Dawn

      March 16, 2012 at 2:28 am

      I”m very impressed because you managed to take a gorgeous photo of the banana “ice cream” that I’ve been trying to make look tasty and failing! I make it for my daughter all the time but can’t seem to get a good shot of it. I love the one with the cherry on the spoon. Brilliant!

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      • Cadry's Kitchen

        March 16, 2012 at 8:40 am

        Thanks, Dawn! How sweet of you to say. Have you tried using an ice cream scoop? I generally use a big spoon to get it out of the blender, but a scoop seemed to make all the difference for presentation. Good luck!

        Reply
    6. valeriepassonno

      March 15, 2012 at 5:54 pm

      My husband and I are not into sweets, but I’ve gotten him into frozen bananas, peanut butter and maple agave “ice cream.” Honestly better than real ice cream! I’ll have to give this version a try, too.

      Reply
      • Cadry's Kitchen

        March 15, 2012 at 9:25 pm

        That sounds wonderful! Peanut butter and bananas were made for each other.

        Reply
    7. luminousvegans

      March 15, 2012 at 3:25 pm

      5 stars
      Woot! I can finally have vegan soft serve! I can’t tell you how excited I am to try this very simple recipe.

      Reply
      • Cadry's Kitchen

        March 15, 2012 at 4:48 pm

        Excellent! I hope you enjoy it. With summer on its way, nothing beats a sweet, easy, and quick recipe to cool down on a hot day!

        Reply

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