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Creamy 3-Ingredient No-Churn Banana Ice Cream (Nice Cream)

A white bowl filled with creamy, swirled banana ice cream topped with whipped cream and a sprinkle of spice.
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Make this creamy, naturally sweet banana ice cream without an ice cream machine. This simple recipe uses only three ingredients for a quick, healthy frozen treat.

Ingredients

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  • 4 large, very ripe bananas, peeled and sliced
  • 1/4 cup milk (dairy or non-dairy like almond milk)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Peel and slice the ripe bananas into coins. Place the slices in a freezer-safe bag or container. Freeze for at least 6 hours, or until completely solid.
  2. Place the frozen banana slices into a high-powered food processor or a strong blender.
  3. Add the milk and vanilla extract to the food processor.
  4. Process the mixture. Initially, it will look crumbly. Stop and scrape down the sides as needed.
  5. Continue processing. The mixture will go through stages: crumbly, then thick paste, and finally, it will transform into a smooth, soft-serve consistency. This usually takes 3 to 5 minutes of processing time.
  6. Serve immediately for a soft-serve texture. For a firmer texture similar to scooped ice cream, transfer the mixture to an airtight container and freeze for 1 to 2 hours before serving.

Notes

  • For a one-ingredient ice cream, omit the milk and vanilla extract. You will need a very powerful food processor for this version.
  • If the mixture becomes too hard to blend, let it sit on the counter for 5 minutes to soften slightly before continuing.
  • Add 1 tablespoon of peanut butter or cocoa powder during the blending stage for flavor variations.

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