Homemade banana and cocoa ice cream – a recipe with step-by-step photos

Homemade chocolate banana ice cream tastes just like store-bought ice cream, yet it's natural and healthy. It doesn't require a lot of time or special equipment to make. All you need is a few bananas and a little of your favorite cocoa.

Nutritional value per serving

146.2 kcal

Proteins: 2.6 g
Fats: 6.2 g
Carbohydrates: 20.5 g

*Nutritional value is calculated per 100g of ingredients

Total time: 2 hours 20 minutes
Time in the kitchen: 20 min
Complexity:

It's easy and straightforward to prepare, but it does require some experience. Not everyone can do it right the first time.
Number of servings: 3

Dessert It's an ideal option for vegans, children, lactose intolerants, and those on a diet watching their diet. The ice cream contains no added sugar or other sweeteners, and it's prepared without cream, eggs, and dairy products. Just remember to use very ripe bananas for the sweetest result! Choose fruit with plenty of brown spots on the skin.

I love to eat chocolate banana ice cream Soft, straight from the blender. But if you want to form balls, place the mixture in the freezer for a few hours after cooking.

Recipe with step-by-step photos

Banana and cocoa ice cream

Ingredients

Servings

Banana

3 pcs
Cocoa

1 tbsp

Preparation

Step 1

Peel the bananas, slice them into thin rounds, and arrange them in a single layer on a plate or tray. Try to keep the slices roughly the same thickness. This will ensure the bananas freeze evenly and will be easier to handle later.

Step 2

Place the bananas in the freezer for 2-4 hours until they are completely frozen. The more frozen the bananas are, the denser the ice cream will be.

Step 3

Place the frozen bananas in a blender and add cocoa. You can use pure cocoa, or you can use a chocolate drink like Neskvik.

Step 4

Grind bananas with cocoa blender Blend until smooth and pureed. Do this gradually and carefully. A low-power blender may not be able to handle the task and may malfunction. If the blender doesn't blend the banana, let the fruit thaw a bit and then try again.

Step 5

Transfer the ice cream to individual serving bowls and serve. You can sprinkle the finished treat with nuts or grated chocolate—it'll be delicious and beautiful!

Adviсe

When placing sliced bananas in the freezer, line the plate or baking sheet with parchment paper. If you don't do, bananas may freeze to the dish.
Don't try to mash bananas in a regular blender. You'll need a powerful blender for this recipe. frozen bananas — these are tough cookies, and trying to turn them into ice cream will burn out the motor of even the most expensive regular blender. If you don't have a powerful blender, use a food processor or try a hand blender.
If banana isn't sweet enough for you, add a little honey or maple syrup to your ice cream to keep it refined sugar-free.
Frozen bananas have a fairly neutral flavor, so you can add additional ingredients. It all depends on your personal preference. These could include peanut butter, various berries and fruits, nuts and chocolate, vanilla extract, or coffee beans.
If you want to use chocolate instead of cocoa powder, first melt the chocolate and mix it with bananas (not frozen), then place the mixture in the freezer to set.

Now you know this simple, affordable, and completely safe recipe for satisfying your ice cream cravings. If you have any original ideas for additional ingredients, share them in the comments below!

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