Save Indulge in a decadent dessert that is as nutritious as it is delicious. This Vegan Chocolate Banana Nice Cream with Almond Butter is a magical transformation of simple fruit into a rich, velvety frozen treat. By blending frozen bananas with premium cocoa and nutty almond butter, you create a soft-serve experience that rivals traditional ice cream without any dairy or refined sugars.
Save The secret to this recipe lies in the texture of the bananas. When frozen and blended, they take on a remarkably creamy consistency that serves as the perfect canvas for rich chocolate and savory almond butter. It is the ultimate guilt-free snack or dessert for any time of day.
Ingredients
- Fruit: 4 large ripe bananas, sliced and frozen
- Chocolate: 3 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder and 2–3 tbsp maple syrup (to taste)
- Nut Butter: 4 tbsp almond butter, plus extra for drizzling
- Plant Milk: 2–4 tbsp unsweetened almond milk (as needed)
- Optional Toppings: Dark chocolate shavings (vegan), chopped toasted almonds, and sliced fresh banana
Instructions
- Step 1
- Place the frozen banana slices in a high-speed blender or food processor.
- Step 2
- Add cocoa powder, maple syrup, and almond butter. Blend until the mixture becomes thick and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
- Step 3
- If the mixture is too thick, add almond milk one tablespoon at a time until a smooth, soft-serve consistency is achieved.
- Step 4
- Taste and adjust sweetness if desired.
- Step 5
- Scoop the nice cream into bowls. Swirl extra almond butter on top and add your favorite toppings.
- Step 6
- Serve immediately for a soft-serve texture, or transfer to a container and freeze for 1–2 hours for a firmer scoop.
Zusatztipps für die Zubereitung
For the best texture, ensure your bananas are fully frozen before blending. If your blender is struggling, let the bananas sit at room temperature for 2-3 minutes to slightly soften before processing. Use a spatula to frequently push the ingredients toward the blades for an even blend.
Varianten und Anpassungen
Feel free to swap the almond butter for peanut butter or cashew butter to change the flavor profile. For an extra chocolatey treat, you can add a handful of vegan chocolate chips during the final seconds of blending.
Serviervorschläge
Serve this nice cream in chilled bowls to prevent it from melting too quickly. Top it with toasted almond slices and dark chocolate shavings for added crunch, or a few extra fresh banana slices for a beautiful presentation.
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Whether you're looking for a healthy afternoon snack or a crowd-pleasing vegan dessert, this Chocolate Banana Nice Cream is sure to satisfy. Enjoy the rich, nutty, and chocolatey flavors of this effortless frozen treat.
Recipe Guide
- → What makes nice cream different from traditional ice cream?
Nice cream uses frozen bananas as the base instead of dairy cream, creating a naturally sweet and creamy texture without added cream or refined sugars. The bananas provide structure and creaminess when blended while keeping the dessert completely plant-based and lighter than conventional ice cream.
- → Do I need to freeze the bananas beforehand?
Yes, frozen bananas are essential for achieving the thick, creamy texture. Slice ripe bananas and freeze them in a single layer for at least 4-6 hours or overnight before blending. The freezing process creates the proper consistency and allows the mixture to hold together like soft serve.
- → Can I substitute the almond butter with other nut butters?
Absolutely. Peanut butter, cashew butter, or sunflower seed butter all work beautifully in this frozen treat. Each variety brings its own distinct flavor profile while maintaining the creamy texture and rich mouthfeel that makes this dessert so satisfying.
- → How long will the nice cream keep in the freezer?
While best enjoyed fresh for that soft-serve consistency, leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to one week. Note that the texture will become firmer after freezing—simply let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping to soften slightly.
- → Is this suitable for people with dietary restrictions?
This frozen treat is naturally vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it suitable for various dietary preferences. However, it does contain tree nuts from the almond butter and almond milk, so those with nut allergies should substitute with seed butter and oat milk instead.
- → What blender works best for making nice cream?
A high-speed blender or food processor both work well. The key is having enough power to break down the frozen bananas completely. If your blender struggles, pause to scrape down the sides and add a splash more almond milk to help things move smoothly.