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    Home » Recipes » Dairy Free

    Chocolate Banana Ice Cream

    Published: Dec 20, 2018 Modified: Jan 23, 2023 by Karen Kelly This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Healthy Chocolate Banana Ice Cream

    Craving something sweet at night?  Try this Chocolate Banana Ice Cream with only three ingredients.  It's creamy, rich and delicious with no dairy and the perfect healthy way to satisfy a sweet tooth. {gluten free, paleo, whole30, dairy free, vegan}

    Chocolate Banana Ice Cream with chocolate chips

    I always have your back guys.  You know that right?  I love finding healthy ways for you to indulge - it's my goal in life.  Healthy indulgences like these Three Ingredient Paleo Chocolate Truffles!

    I know you guys have seen banana ice cream all over Pinterest.  Have you tried it yet?  Sometimes it's called NICE cream.

    Do it, today.  It's so easy and such a great healthy way to satisfy those sweet chocolate cravings without eating a pint of Ben and Jerry's at night.  Seriously, if calories didn't count, that's what I would do every night of my life.

    Unfortunately, I live in the real world where calories do count so I have to find healthy, lower calorie alternatives like this Chocolate Banana Ice Cream.

    You won't believe how easy it is to turn frozen bananas into soft serve in the food processor.  It's like magic.  Frozen bananas, cocoa powder and a bit of maple syrup come together to make an indulgent dessert that you won't regret in the morning.  You are welcome.

    Chocolate Banana Ice Cream in a bowl with a spoon

    When this Chocolate Banana Ice Cream first comes out it is more like soft serve.  If you prefer a hard packed ice cream return it to the freezer for a few hours.  

    Add whatever flavors you like but remember it will always have that background hint of banana.

    This Chocolate Banana Ice Cream is...

    • sweet and cream
    • chocolatey
    • gluten free
    • whole30 and paleo approved (what your chocolate chips)
    • dairy free
    • vegan
    • naturally sweetened

    Chocolate Banana Ice Cream made with three ingredients

    How To Make This Chocolate Banana Ice Cream in the Vitamix or Food Processor...

    You can use either machine and get great results.  Just make sure your banana slices are frozen good and hard.  Add all ingredients into the Vitamix or Food Processor and blend well.

    This may take some time and you may have to give it a stir along the way.  For the Vitamix, you may have to use the tamper to push down the bananas.  Adjust to your taste. Add more maple syrup for a sweeter taste.  

    Return to freezer for a few hours if you want hard packed ice cream.  I made mine more soft serve like.  

    I always use Enjoy Life Chocolate Chips.  Seriously, once you try these chocolate chips you will never be able to eat the old ones again.

    Looking for a fruity ice cream?  Try this Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream. 

    Healthy Chocolate Banana Ice Cream

    Chocolate Banana Ice Cream

    Craving something sweet at night? Try this Healthy Chocolate Banana Ice Cream with only three ingredients. It's creamy, rich and delicious with no dairy and the perfect healthy way to satisfy a sweet tooth. {gluten free, paleo, whole30, dairy free, vegan}
    4.78 from 9 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Keyword: chocolate banana ice cream
    Prep Time: 3 hours
    Total Time: 3 hours
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 276kcal

    Ingredients

    • 2 bananas sliced and frozen
    • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
    • 1 tablespoon maple syrup
    • vegan chocolate chips for topping

    Instructions

    • Slice two bananas into coin size pieces and lay out on a cookie sheet.
    • Freeze for several hours.
    • Place all the frozen banana slices into a food processor and mix for a minute or until they start to resemble soft serve consistency.
    • Add maple syrup and cocoa powder and whiz until mixed. Scrape down the sides with a spatula.
    • Serve immediately for soft serve or place in freezer for an hour for hard packed ice cream.
    • Garnish with vegan chocolate chips.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 276kcal | Carbohydrates: 70g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 972mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 40g | Vitamin A: 150IU | Vitamin C: 20.5mg | Calcium: 34mg | Iron: 1.4mg
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    Healthy Chocolate Banana Ice Cream

    About Karen Kelly

    Hi, I'm Karen Kelly a certified health coach, freelance food writer, and blogger. At Seasonal Cravings, you will find wholesome gluten-free recipes and healthy lifestyle tips.

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    1. Beth @ Binky's Culinary Carnival

      February 20, 2017 at 11:49 am

      This is great! I have to make this for my Mom, who is severely gluten and lactose intolerant! She will love it!

      Reply
      • Karen Kelly

        February 20, 2017 at 5:24 pm

        What a nice daughter you are!

        Reply
    2. Pretty

      February 20, 2017 at 11:58 am

      5 stars
      I am always looking for a healthy ice cream recipe, I love the stuff and could eat it every night too. Never made ice cream before but this recipe so easy I have to try it!

      Reply
      • Karen Kelly

        February 20, 2017 at 5:24 pm

        Thanks and I hope you love it!

        Reply
    3. Platter Talk

      February 20, 2017 at 12:14 pm

      5 stars
      What a great recipe to satisfy my cravings for ice and chocolate without blowing my calorie bank.

      Reply
      • Karen Kelly

        February 20, 2017 at 5:23 pm

        So true! Thanks!

        Reply
    4. Nicole

      February 20, 2017 at 1:47 pm

      5 stars
      Looks delicious, and much better than anything from the supermarket with tons of added sugar.

      Reply
      • Karen Kelly

        February 20, 2017 at 5:23 pm

        Thanks, Nicole! Much better for you.

        Reply
    5. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen

      February 20, 2017 at 6:55 pm

      I can't believe this is only three ingredients Karen! I have got to try it. It looks totally delicious. Happy Monday!

      Reply
    6. Cindy

      February 24, 2017 at 8:01 pm

      Oh this sounds delicious - chocolates and bananas are always a hit in my house.

      Reply
    7. Cricket Plunkett

      March 08, 2017 at 8:56 pm

      I got some bananas in the freezer! I think I need to make this right now!

      Reply
      • Karen Kelly

        March 14, 2017 at 10:21 am

        I hope you love it!

        Reply
    8. Luci's Morsels

      March 08, 2017 at 9:48 pm

      5 stars
      This looks like the perfect treat to curb those late night cravings without destroying your caloric intake for the day. Yum!

      Reply
      • Karen Kelly

        March 14, 2017 at 10:21 am

        Yes Luci, thanks!

        Reply
      • Karen Kelly

        April 01, 2017 at 9:34 pm

        Thanks, Luci!

        Reply
    9. Renee Gardner

      March 08, 2017 at 9:50 pm

      Bananas have such a great texture for making frozen desserts! What a yummy treat!

      Reply
      • Karen Kelly

        March 14, 2017 at 10:20 am

        Thanks Renee!

        Reply
    10. Platter Talk

      March 08, 2017 at 10:11 pm

      5 stars
      Thanks for this recipe. I need a chocolate fix often, and this will do very well.

      Reply
      • Karen Kelly

        March 14, 2017 at 10:20 am

        Yes, me too. I need chocolate...Like every day!

        Reply
      • Karen Kelly

        April 01, 2017 at 9:32 pm

        I always need a chocolate fix.

        Reply
      • Karen Kelly

        April 01, 2017 at 9:33 pm

        I always need a chocolate fix!

        Reply
    11. Rae

      March 08, 2017 at 10:41 pm

      Chocolate ice cream that's healthy?? No way! 🙂

      Reply
      • Karen Kelly

        March 14, 2017 at 10:20 am

        I wouldn't lie to you Rae!

        Reply

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