Peanut Butter Banana Nice Cream
This Peanut Butter Banana Nice Cream is the easiest way to satisfy your sweet tooth without ever leaving your kitchen! Made with just frozen bananas and peanut butter, it blends into a rich, soft-serve-style dessert that’s naturally sweet, dairy-free, and perfect for hot summer days.
I don’t know about you, but there doesn’t seem to be a middle ground with bananas in our house. They either get gobbled up the second I bring them home or they end up covered in brown spots on the counter before I have a chance to use them.
If you’re in the same boat, I have the perfect way to use up those bananas that are just a bit past their prime: peanut butter banana nice cream! Next time you notice that your bananas are a little too ripe, just pop them straight into the freezer. Then grab a jar of peanut butter and get ready for a fun summer treat.
This peanut butter banana nice cream has all the creamy, indulgent vibes of traditional ice cream, but it only requires two ingredients and a quick blitz in the food processor. And if you’re a peanut butter lover like I am, the combination of sweet bananas and rich peanut butter is hard to beat.
I love topping it with a sprinkle of chocolate chips for an added crunch and chocolatey goodness, but the possibilities are endless. Nuts, seeds, granola, fresh fruit, crushed cookies — you really can’t go wrong here, so don’t be afraid to get creative and let me know your favorite combinations!
Why you’ll love this Peanut Butter Banana Nice Cream
Peanut Butter Banana Nice Cream ingredients
Topping suggestions
There are tons of fun ways to top off your batch of Peanut Butter Banana Nice Cream! Here are a few of my favorites:
Quick recipe tips
- Use ripe bananas (the more brown spots the better!) for the creamiest, sweetest nice cream.
- Scrape down the sides of your food processor often to ensure everything blends evenly.
- Add a splash of plant-based milk if needed to help it come together.
Step-by-step instructions
Freeze bananas: Slice bananas and freeze in a single layer for 3-4 hours.
Blend: Add frozen banana slices and peanut butter to a food processor. Blend, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed, until smooth and creamy.
Serve: Spoon into bowls, add mini chocolate chips or your favorite toppings, and enjoy immediately for the best texture.
Make ahead & storage
This Peanut Butter Banana Nice Cream is the ultimate make-ahead dessert! Keep a stash of frozen bananas in your freezer, and you’ll be just a few minutes away from a creamy, sweet treat whenever cravings hit.
Meal prep
- Freeze the bananas ahead: Slice the bananas and freeze them in an airtight container or freezer-safe bag for up to 3 months. Having frozen bananas ready to go makes this recipe come together in a flash!
- Prep individual portions: For an easy grab-and-blend treat, freeze the banana slices in smaller portions so you can make just the right amount whenever you want something sweet.
- Add toppings when serving: Wait to add chocolate chips or other toppings until right before eating for the best texture.
Storing leftovers
- Freezer: Store leftover nice cream in an airtight, freezer-safe container for up to 1 month.
- Let it soften before you scoop: Since this recipe freezes completely solid, let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before scooping to make it easier to serve.
- For the creamiest texture: This nice cream is best enjoyed fresh, right after blending, when it has that soft-serve consistency.
Freezing
- Freeze the finished nice cream: Transfer leftovers to a freezer-safe container and smooth the top before freezing.
- Avoid repeated thawing and refreezing: For the best texture, portion out leftovers so you can thaw only what you plan to enjoy.
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Peanut Butter Banana Nice Cream
Ingredients
- 4 medium bananas sliced
- 1/4 cup peanut butter
- mini chocolate chips for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Arrange the sliced bananas in a single layer in a freezer-safe bag or container. Freeze for at least 3-4 hours, or until completely frozen.
- Add the frozen banana slices and peanut butter to a food processor.
- Process until smooth and creamy, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. The mixture may look crumbly at first but will become creamy as you continue blending.
- Serve immediately and top with mini chocolate chips, if desired.
