Description
Creamy, dreamy No Churn Banana Ice Cream delivers pure summer bliss with minimal effort. Cool banana sweetness swirls through silky smooth frozen delight that beckons you to savor each delectable spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Fruits and Base:
- 3 ripe bananas, peeled and sliced
- 1 can (14 ounces / 400 grams) sweetened condensed milk
Dairy and Flavor Enhancers:
- 2 cups (480 milliliters) heavy whipping cream, cold
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt (optional)
Toppings and Mix-ins:
- ½ cup chocolate chips or chocolate chunks
- ½ cup crushed cookies (e.g., vanilla wafers or graham crackers)
- ¼ cup chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts, pecans)
- ¼ cup caramel or chocolate sauce, for swirling
Instructions
- Peel and slice ripe bananas, then transform them into a velvety puree using a blender or food processor, ensuring a silky-smooth consistency.
- Incorporate sweetened condensed milk, vanilla extract, and a hint of salt into the banana puree, blending until the mixture achieves a uniform, creamy texture.
- Chill a large mixing bowl and whip the heavy cream using an electric mixer, creating stiff, billowing peaks that hold their shape.
- Delicately fold the banana mixture into the whipped cream, using a gentle technique to maintain the airiness of the cream while fully integrating the flavors.
- For added indulgence, carefully fold in chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or crumbled cookies, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Consider swirling in caramel or chocolate sauce for an extra layer of decadence, creating mesmerizing patterns within the ice cream base.
- Transfer the luxurious mixture to a freezer-safe container, smoothing the surface with a spatula to create an even layer.
- Seal the container with plastic wrap or an airtight lid, then place in the freezer for 4-6 hours, allowing the ice cream to set and develop its rich, creamy texture.
- When ready to serve, remove the ice cream from the freezer and let it rest at room temperature for 5 minutes, softening slightly for easy scooping.
- Elevate the dessert with garnishes like fresh banana slices, a drizzle of chocolate syrup, a dollop of whipped cream, or a sprinkle of toasted nuts for added crunch and visual appeal.
Notes
- Choose ripe, spotty bananas for maximum sweetness and creaminess, as they’ll blend more smoothly and provide natural sugar.
- Freeze bananas beforehand for an extra creamy texture and intensified banana flavor that elevates the entire dessert.
- Skip the salt for a kid-friendly version, or swap condensed milk with coconut milk for a dairy-free alternative that maintains the rich, smooth consistency.
- Experiment with flavor variations by adding a tablespoon of cocoa powder, a splash of rum, or a sprinkle of cinnamon to transform the basic recipe into a gourmet treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 6 hours
- Category: Desserts, Snacks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 452
- Sugar: 37 g
- Sodium: 135 mg
- Fat: 28 g
- Saturated Fat: 17 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 52 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 87 mg