Craving a guilt-free, refreshing dessert that's both incredibly delicious and nutritious? Look no further than this magical Fruity Vegan Nice Cream! Imagine transforming just a few simple ingredients into a creamy, dreamy frozen delight that tastes like pure indulgence but is actually packed with natural goodness. This no-churn, dairy-free wonder will make you forget all about traditional ice cream and have you reaching for seconds (and thirds!) in no time.
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 5 mins
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1 cup frozen mango chunks
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Peel the ripe bananas and slice them into roughly 1-inch chunks. Place the banana chunks on a plate or baking sheet and freeze for about 2 hours until completely solid.
- Remove the frozen banana chunks from the freezer and let them sit at room temperature for 2-3 minutes to slightly soften.
- Transfer the frozen banana chunks, frozen mango chunks, and coconut milk to a high-powered blender or food processor.
- Add the vanilla extract to the mixture for enhanced flavor.
- Blend the ingredients on high speed, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides of the blender, until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy with a soft-serve ice cream consistency.
- If the mixture is too thick, add a small amount of additional coconut milk to help blend. If it's too soft, return to the freezer for 15-20 minutes to firm up.
- Once blended to a smooth consistency, serve immediately for a soft-serve texture, or transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze for 1-2 hours for a firmer ice cream texture.
- Garnish with optional toppings like fresh fruit, chopped nuts, or a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired before serving.
Tips
- Always use very ripe bananas for the sweetest, creamiest base - look for bananas with plenty of brown spots.
- Freeze your fruit chunks completely beforehand to achieve that perfect ice cream texture.
- Let frozen fruit sit at room temperature for 2-3 minutes before blending to make processing easier.
- Use a high-powered blender or food processor for the smoothest consistency.
- If your nice cream is too thick, add coconut milk gradually; if too soft, briefly freeze before serving.
- Experiment with different frozen fruit combinations to create your own unique flavors.
- For extra nutrition, consider adding a tablespoon of chia seeds or a scoop of plant-based protein powder.
- Serve immediately for a soft-serve texture, or freeze for a firmer ice cream experience.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 45g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg
