Banana Split Nice Cream
Banana Split Nice Cream
Photo by Beata Lubas
Health Benefit: In addition to being a rich source of blood pressure–lowering potassium, bananas are a good source of fructooligosaccharides (FOS). FOS is a type of prebiotic that supports digestive health by helping the gut maintain a balance of “friendly" bacteria, or probiotics.
- 5Servings
Ingredients
3 tbsp coconut oil
2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tbsp pure maple syrup, divided
3 cups sliced and frozen bananas
¼ cup toasted walnuts + 2 tbsp for garnish
1 cup frozen strawberries
3 tbsp plain unsweetened almond milk
2 tbsp dried unsweetened pineapple, chopped
Preparation
1. In a heat-proof bowl over a pot of simmering water, melt coconut oil. Remove from heat and whisk in cocoa powder and 1 tbsp maple syrup. Set aside to cool.
2. Line an 8 x 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. To a high-powered blender or food processor, add bananas and purée until smooth. Add ¼ cup walnuts and pulse 3 to 4 times to break up. Transfer mixture to baking pan.
3. To blender, add strawberries, milk and remaining 1 tbsp maple syrup. Purée until smooth. Swirl mixture into baking pan. Drizzle in chocolate mixture and swirl to incorporate. Top with pineapple. Chop remaining 2 tbsp walnuts and sprinkle on top. Cover and freeze for at least 2 hours. If freezing for longer, thaw in the refrigerator for 15 to 30 minutes to soften slightly.
Nutrition Information
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 274
- Carbohydrate Content: 38 g
- Fat Content: 15 g
- Fiber Content: 5 g
- Protein Content: 3 g
- Saturated Fat Content: 8 g
- Sodium Content: 17 mg
- Sugar Content: 22 g
- Monounsaturated Fat Content: 1.5 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat Content: 4.5 g
