Best 3 Healthy Banana Soft Serve Ice Cream Recipes

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Welcome to the delectable world of healthy banana soft serve ice cream! Get ready to indulge in a refreshing and nutritious treat that combines the goodness of bananas with a creamy, smooth texture. Whether you're looking for a guilt-free dessert option or a way to sneak more fruits into your diet, this article is your ultimate guide to creating the perfect healthy banana soft serve ice cream. We'll explore various recipes that cater to different dietary preferences, from vegan and gluten-free to dairy-free and low-carb options. So, grab your aprons, and let's embark on a journey to discover the most delicious and healthy banana soft serve ice cream recipes you'll love!

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EASY & HEALTHY BANANA "ICE CREAM"



Easy & Healthy Banana

After seeing this idea floating around the web, I thought I'd experiment a little. Three simple ingredients, no sugar added, no ice cream machine needed... How much healthier and easier could it get? This "ice cream" is smooth like soft serve and naturally sweet. Plus it has the potential for so many add-ins (dark chocolate chips, chopped strawberries, nuts... just to name a few). Please note "Cooking Time" includes time needed to cure in the freezer. If you are as excited as my 4-year-old was to eat this "ice cream", you may choose to serve it directly after turning out of the food processor instead of freezing for 2-4 hours, but please be aware that it will be soft and melt much faster. My daughter, the best taste-tester around, approves, and I hope you do too!

Provided by MarthaStewartWanabe

Categories     Ice Cream

Time 2h15m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3

4 bananas, sliced into 1/2-inch pieces
1/4 cup milk (or coconut milk, soy milk or almond milk)
1 teaspoon vanilla

Steps:

  • Slice bananas and arrange in one layer onto a parchment or wax paper lined cookie sheet. Freeze for 2 hours.
  • Into a 5-quart capacity food processor, using the chopping blade, place banana slices. Pulse for a few seconds at a time until a course crumb texture is reached.
  • Add milk and vanilla. Continue processing, occasionally scraping the sides of the processor bowl with a rubber spatula, until mixture reaches a creamy, smooth soft-serve consistency.
  • With a spatula, turn "ice cream" into a freezer container. Cover and freeze for 2-4 hours or until desired texture is reached.

HEALTHY BANANA SOFT SERVE ICE CREAM



Healthy Banana Soft Serve Ice Cream image

A low-fat alternative to the usual soft serve. An ice cream maker is not needed. Because of its thickness, I have found that the Greek yogurt "Fage" works best. Also, if you add the juice, it is not recommended that you also add the vanilla, and vise-versa.

Provided by Parvulus

Categories     Frozen Desserts

Time 13h10m

Yield 2 bowls, 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 5

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 (optional) or 1 teaspoon vanilla (optional)

Steps:

  • Put bananas in bowl and add lemon juice (this prevents the bananas from getting brown).
  • Mix in sugar.
  • Add milk, Greek yogurt, and vanilla. Mix.
  • Freeze until solid.
  • Defrost mixture just enough to where you can get it out of the bowl and break it into pieces.
  • Put the pieces in a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
  • The mixture should have a soft serve texture. Serve immediately.
  • Note: You cannot store this ice cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 289.3, Fat 1.4, SaturatedFat 0.8, Cholesterol 5.4, Sodium 73.2, Carbohydrate 66.4, Fiber 3.8, Sugar 50.9, Protein 7

RASPBERRY-BANANA SOFT SERVE



Raspberry-Banana Soft Serve image

When I make this ice cream, I mix and match bananas for their ripeness. Very ripe ones add more banana flavor. Less ripe ones have a fluffier texture. -Melissa Hansen, Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 10m

Yield 2-1/2 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 medium ripe bananas
1/2 cup fat-free plain yogurt
1 to 2 tablespoons maple syrup
1/2 cup frozen unsweetened raspberries
Fresh raspberries, optional

Steps:

  • Thinly slice bananas. Arrange in single layer on baking sheet; freeze overnight. , Pulse bananas in a food processor until finely chopped. Add yogurt, maple syrup and raspberries. Process just until smooth, scraping sides as needed. Serve immediately, adding fresh berries if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 0 fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 1mg cholesterol, Sodium 15mg sodium, Carbohydrate 26g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and creamier your soft serve will be.
  • Freeze the bananas in advance: Freezing the bananas helps them to blend more smoothly and gives the soft serve a creamier texture.
  • Add your favorite mix-ins: You can add a variety of mix-ins to your soft serve, such as chocolate chips, nuts, fruit, or peanut butter.
  • Serve immediately: Soft serve is best enjoyed immediately after it is made, as it will start to melt quickly.

Conclusion:

Healthy banana soft serve is a delicious and refreshing treat that is also good for you. It is a great way to use up ripe bananas and is a healthier alternative to traditional ice cream. With just a few simple ingredients and a blender, you can easily make this tasty treat at home. So next time you are craving something sweet, try making a batch of healthy banana soft serve. You won't be disappointed!

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