Caramel Nice Cream
There is caramel ice cream and then…there is my caramel nice cream. And not to brag, but WOW! I use frozen bananas, Medjool dates, and vanilla for a smooth, creamy dessert that tastes way too decadent to be healthy. And yet it is. It is naturally sweet, dairy-free, and made with wholesome ingredients. I make this in just 15 minutes and enjoy it as is, or as a topping.
Servings: 6 servings
Calories: 156kcal
Ingredients
- 5 bananas peeled & sliced into rounds
- 6 medjool dates pitted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp salt
Instructions
- Arrange the sliced bananas onto a tray without the pieces touching. Cover with plastic wrap and freeze overnight.
- Place the pitted dated into a small bowl and cover with hot water. Soak for 10 minutes.
- Drain the dates and place into a food processor along with all remaining ingredients.
- Blend on high for 1-2 minutes. Scrape down the sides if needed and blend again.
- Serve and enjoy immediately or scrape out into a flat container, cover and freeze for 2-5 hours depending on the preferred consistency.
Notes
- My #1 Secret Tip for this caramel nice cream recipe is to use overly ripe bananas before freezing. The natural sugars in these bananas have been allowed to develop for longer, which creates a creamier final texture. This is also how I make sure no bananas ever spoil and go to waste.
- Slice thinly: I always make sure to slice my bananas as thin as possible, and lay them apart from each other so that they do not fuse during freezing. This makes the blending part easier and guarantees a smooth lump-free outcome.
- Blend patiently: I take my time blending, making sure I scrape down and loosen any larger bits. The appealing thing about this ice cream is the smoothness, and this is how I achieve it.
- Freeze flat: I like freezing my leftovers in a flat dish, where possible. This makes it easier to scoop, and it also allows for faster freezing.
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5cup | Calories: 156kcal | Carbohydrates: 40g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 0.4g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.03g | Sodium: 98mg | Potassium: 520mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 28g