This strawberry banana nice cream is the easiest homemade frozen treat to make-just 3 ingredients and a food processor 👇👇
Why I Love This Recipe
This is one of the easiest ways to make a creamy frozen dessert at home-fast, simple, and no extra equipment required.
- No dairy
- No refined sugar
- No ice cream maker needed
Just frozen bananas, strawberries, and a splash of milk blended into a soft-serve style treat. Serve right away or freeze for scoopable texture. It's cold, refreshing, and perfect for quick summer snacks.
Next up - Recipe Ingredients below 👇👇
Ingredients You'll Need
- 3 ripe bananas, chopped and frozen
- 1 cup frozen strawberries, sliced
- ⅔ cup milk - use any kind (dairy, almond, oat, coconut-whatever you have)
- 1 Tbsp maple syrup or honey (optional) - only if you want it sweeter
Sweetness tip: I usually skip the sweetener-frozen bananas and strawberries are sweet enough. But if you're craving a little extra, go for it!
Step-By-Step Instructions 👇👇
STEP 1: How To Freeze Bananas
Slice three bananas into small pieces. Lay on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Freeze for 1-2 hours, then transfer to a freezer bag to store overnight.
STEP 2: Add Ingredients
Place 3 frozen bananas, 1 cup frozen strawberries, and ⅔ cup milk into a food processor or high-speed blender.
STEP 3: Blend Until Creamy
Blend for about 2 minutes, scraping down the sides if needed, until the texture is smooth and creamy like soft serve.
STEP 4: Taste and Adjust
Taste the mixture. If you'd like it sweeter, add 1 Tbsp honey or maple syrup and blend for another 30 seconds.
STEP 5: Serve
Use a spatula to scoop into bowls and serve immediately for soft-serve consistency. Or freeze for 4-6 hours for firmer ice cream-style scoops.
Optional Add-Ins
If you want to mix it up, here are some fun ways to customize:
- Vanilla extract - adds a classic soft serve flavor
- Peanut butter or almond butter - for a richer, creamier taste
- Cocoa powder - turns it into a chocolate-strawberry treat
- Mint leaves - refreshing twist
- Mini chocolate chips - stir in after blending
Recipe Tips
- Soft serve? Serve right after blending. It's creamy, cold, and perfect.
- Harder ice cream? Freeze 4-6 hours, then thaw slightly before scooping.
- Storage tip: Store in a freezer-safe container for up to 2 weeks.
- Blender vs. processor: A food processor works best, but a high-speed blender is fine-just add a splash more milk if needed.
- Too thick to blend? Let the fruit sit for 3-5 minutes to soften slightly, or add more milk.
Best Way To Freeze Bananas
Don't freeze whole bananas in a bag-they'll stick together like a rock.
Here's the method I use:
- Slice your ripe bananas into coins
- Lay flat on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer
- Freeze for 2-3 hours
- Transfer to a freezer-safe container or bag for easy storage
These frozen banana slices are perfect for smoothies and nice cream. I keep a stash in the freezer at all times.
FAQs
You can, but the texture won't be as thick or creamy. Frozen is best for that soft-serve consistency.
Yes! A high-speed blender works well. Just be patient and stop to stir often.
It's best within 3-5 days for texture, but you can store it up to 2 weeks. Always let it thaw for a few minutes before scooping.
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Strawberry Banana Nice Cream Recipe
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Ingredients
- 3 ripe bananas - chopped, then frozen
- 1 cup sliced strawberries - frozen
- ⅔ cup milk - dairy or non-dairy will work
- 1 Tbsp honey or maple syrup - optional *see notes
Instructions
- Freeze bananas: Slice into coins and freeze in a single layer. Store in a freezer-safe bag until ready to use.
- Blend: Add frozen bananas, strawberries, and milk to a food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy (about 2 minutes).
- Taste & sweeten: Add sweetener if needed, then blend again briefly.
- Serve: Scoop into bowls for soft serve, or freeze 4-6 hours for a firmer scoop.
Notes
- Use ripe bananas for best sweetness and texture.
- Slice bananas before freezing to prevent clumping.
- Let frozen fruit sit 3-5 minutes if too hard to blend.
- Freeze 4-6 hours for firm scoops; thaw 10 mins before serving.
- Store in freezer-safe container up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition
Nutrition info is auto-calculated and meant to be an approximation only.
