Have you ever tried making your own dairy-free ice cream? Using frozen bananas and a few simple ingredients you can make a tasty nice cream treat filled with flavor and free of guilt.
Banana nice cream may be one of the best snacks ever! You get a creamy bowl of goodness without refined sugars and unhealthy add-ins. Feel refreshed with this tangy and sweet variety including stomach settling ginger and loads of vitamin C. You can enjoy this delicious lemon ginger nice cream any time of the day — even for breakfast!
A closer look at what’s inside:
Bananas
Believe it or not, the texture of a frozen banana is very similar to ice cream. Bananas make up the base of this dairy-free ice cream adding natural sweetness, potassium, vitamin B6, and vitamin C.
Lemon
I love lemon and sour things! You likely know that lemon is loaded with vitamin C — with 1 fruit providing over 50% of your daily-recommended intake.
Ginger
Ginger contains many beneficial compounds that exhibit anti-inflammatory, anti-oxidant, and anti-tumor properties. One of which is gingerol, a powerful substance that has been used medicinally for centuries. Studies have suggested that ginger can be effective in preventing and treating chronic disease.
Dairy-Free Milk or Yogurt
Use your favorite dairy-free milk or yogurt in this recipe. I opt to use plain and unsweetened yogurt to let the other flavors stand out. Make sure you check the sugar content of your yogurt before purchasing — some varieties are packed with added sugars.
Looking for more tangy treats? Try these Lime Coconut Tartlets!
Lemon Ginger Nice Cream
Ingredients
- 2 bananas peeled and sliced
- 1/2 lemon juice + zest
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger grated
- 1-2 tablespoons dairy-free milk or yogurt
Instructions
- Freeze banana slices 4+ hours or overnight.
- Add frozen banana, lemon juice + zest, ginger, and dairy-free yogurt or milk to a blender and blend slowly until smooth. Start with 1 tablespoon of milk/yogurt and add more as needed until you can blend smooth.
- Eat as is or freeze an additional 20+ minutes for a firmer scoop.
I am not a medical professional. This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, dietary changes, or well-being.
I am not a medical professional. This content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition, dietary changes, or well-being.