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healthy frozen banana ice cream topped with mixed nuts in a bowl

Red Banana Ice Cream Recipe

This healthy frozen banana ice cream is made with ripe red bananas, dates, honey, and nuts without using sugar, cream, or any artificial additives. A simple homemade summer dessert that is creamy, naturally sweet, and kid-friendly.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
freezing time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 4 bowl
Course: Dessert, ice cream
Cuisine: Indian
Calories: 285
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 Nos ripe red bananas
  • 25 Nos seedless dates
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • ¼ cup chopped mixed nuts
  • Optional: pinch of cardamom powder or vanilla extract

Equipment

  • Mixer blender
  • frezzing bowl

Method
 

  1. Peel the ripe red bananas and cut them into slices.
  2. Freeze the banana slices for about 4 hours until firm.
  3. Remove the frozen banana slices from the freezer and let them thaw slightly for a few minutes. Then add them into a blender jar.
  4. Add honey and blend again for a few seconds.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a freezer-safe bowl and spread evenly.
  6. Freeze overnight or for at least 8 hours.
  7. Scoop the frozen banana ice cream into serving bowls and top with chopped nuts before serving.

Notes

Use fully ripe red bananas for best sweetness and creamy texture.
Do not add water while blending.
Honey can be reduced or skipped depending on sweetness of bananas.
Let the ice cream rest outside for 3–5 minutes before scooping.
let the frozen banana slices thaw completely for a few minutes before blending.