So simple but fantastically good, this frozen dessert is very adaptable, too. See variations below.
INGREDIENTS
4 banana(s), large, ripe
PREPARATION
1. Cut the bananas into 1” rounds and freeze them in a freezer bag for at least 3 hours.
2. Place the banana slices in the bowl of a food processor. (If your banana slices have been in the freezer for longer than a day, it’s best to let them thaw slightly in the food processor bowl for 20 minutes so they are easier to purée.)
3. Purée the bananas until they are completely smooth and no frozen chunks remain.
4. Scoop the ice cream into a bowl and freeze for another 1 to 2 hours before serving.
Variation:
PB-Banana Ice CreamAfter the bananas have been puréed, add 2 tablespoons natural peanut butter to the food processor bowl. Purée for a few seconds longer to mix in the peanut butter. Scoop the ice cream into a bowl and freeze for another 1 to 2 hours before serving.
Variation:
Banana-Chocolate Chip Ice CreamAfter the bananas have been puréed, add 2 tablespoons mini semisweet chocolate chips to the food processor bowl and mix them in with a large spoon. Scoop the ice cream into a bowl and freeze for another 1 to 2 hours before serving.
Makes 3 Servings/
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Recipe courtesy of JoyBauer.com Food Cures, found here. Joy Bauer is also the on staff nutritionist for NBC's The Today Show.