Summer is just around the corner and things are starting to heat up around here!Whether you are vegan, lactose intolerant, or just looking for a healthier alternative to regular ice-cream, you must check out the below recipes. Using bananas as a base instead of dairy, the sky is the limit when it comes to the different variations of frozen treats you can create in your own kitchen. Whatever your flavor of choice, simply modify the recipes below to get the taste you crave!
Choco-Banana “Ice-Cream” (serves 2)
2 ripe bananas (ripe = naturally sweet)
1 heaping tbsp of raw cacao powder (or unsweetened cocoa powder)
1 tray of ice-cubes
Stevia to taste (approx 5-6 drops) – or your natural sweetener of choice
1 tsp of pure almond extract (optional)
1/4 cup of almond milk to facilitate blending
Blend all ingredients using a high-speed blender
Enjoy immediately while cold or store in the freezer for later!
Vanilla Chai “Ice-Cream” (serves two)
2 ripe bananas (ripe = naturally sweet)
1 tbsp of raw tahini
1 tsp of pure vanilla extract
1 tray of ice cubes
1/2 tsp of ground cinnamon
1/8 tsp of ground cardamom
Stevia to taste ( approx 5-6 drops) – or your natural sweetener of choice
1/4 cup of almond milk to facilitate blending
Blend all ingredients using a high-speed blender
Enjoy immediately while cold or store in the freezer for later.
Hope you enjoy these as much as I do!
xo Elaine
Hi! I’m Elaine, a Certified Nutritionist & Master Health Coach. I teach women how to lose weight while prioritizing the health of their bodies and minds (while also enjoying the foods they love!).
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Yummers. I can’t wait to share these recipes! (and of course, eat them).
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These look amazing! I’ve been living off of coconut icecream, but I’ll have to give this a go.
Thanks, hope you enjoy! These we staples for me in the warmer months;)
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