Healthy Banana Soft Serve Ice Cream is a delightful treat that satisfies your sweet tooth while keeping things light and nutritious. With just a handful of ingredients, you can whip up the creamy indulgence in no time, perfect for hot days or a guilt-free dessert.
When it comes to ingredient substitutions, feel free to swap in your favorite type of yogurt for a different flavor twist. If you prefer a dairy-free option, almond or coconut milk can work wonders too. Just keep in mind that ripeness matters; the riper the bananas, the sweeter your soft serve will be, making it a great way to use up those overripe beauties. Always check for allergies, especially to dairy or specific yogurt brands.
Ice Cream & Frozen
Healthy Banana Soft Serve Ice Cream Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 ripe mashed bananas
- 3/4 cup 1% low-fat milk
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup plain fat-free yogurt or 1/3 cup non-fat vanilla yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice or 1 teaspoon vanilla
Instructions
- Put 2 1/2 ripe mashed bananas in a bowl and add 1 tablespoon lemon juice to prevent browning.
- Mix in 1/4 cup sugar until well combined.
- Add 3/4 cup 1% low-fat milk and 1/3 cup of either plain fat-free or non-fat vanilla yogurt, then mix until smooth.
- Freeze the mixture until solid, which usually takes a couple of hours.
- Defrost the mixture just enough to scoop it out of the bowl and break it into chunks.
- Put the chunks in a blender or food processor and blend until you achieve a smooth consistency.
- The texture should be reminiscent of soft serve ice cream; serve immediately for the best experience.
- Note that the ice cream can’t be stored, so enjoy it right away.
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