How to Make Banana Ice Cream with Almond Milk
No one can resist the texture and taste of ice cream. It makes one of the best desserts in the summer, and some people even enjoy it in the winter. At OneHowTo, we want you to enjoy this dessert regardless of your eating preferences. If you're vegan or lactose intolerant, there is no reason why you shouldn't eat ice cream, as nut milks are great for preparing this dessert. Read this article and find out how to make banana ice cream with almond milk. Also, in this recipe you won't need to use an ice cream maker, so you'll still be able to make the ice cream even if you don't have a machine.
Ingredients:
You'll need:
- Almond milk
- Coconut milk
- Ripe bananas
- Bowl
- Spatula
- Sweeterner
- Thickener
Steps to follow:
Nut milks are not as high in fat as cow's milk, so it is better to use a combination of lower-fat and higher-fat milks. This is the reason why we advise you to use both almond milk and coconut milk, since the latter has more fat and will give your ice cream a creamier texture. Unsweetened almond milk lets you control the sweetness, while full-fat coconut milk helps keep the base rich.
Peel the bananas, put them inside a bowl and mash them. Ripe bananas are easier to mash and add natural sweetness.
Put the coconut milk and the almond milk in another bowl. Add the sweetener you've chosen (honey, maple syrup, etc.) and the thickener. Mix well.
Add the bananas to the previous mixture and blend well. You can use a blender or food processor to give it a thicker and creamier texture. You'll have to blend for about 1 or 2 minutes. Scrape down the sides of the blender if pieces stick, then blend again until smooth.
Once the mixture is blended, pour it into a deep baking dish or plastic bowl. Put the bowl with the mixture in the freezer. A shallow dish helps the mixture freeze more evenly, and covering it helps keep out freezer odors.
Wait forty-five minutes and check the mixture. You'll see that it starts to freeze from the edges. Remove it from the freezer and stir with a spatula. You need to break up all the frozen sections. Once you've done that, you can put it into the freezer again. If you want, instead of using a spatula you can use a hand-held mixer or a stick blender.
You can also give your banana ice cream a different touch if you sprinkle some chocolate chips or add cookie dough to the mixture after the first time you take it out of the freezer.
Keep checking the ice cream every 30 minutes and repeat the process if you see any frozen bits. It will take around two or three hours for it to be completely frozen, and you'll have to check it every 30 minutes to make sure no ice forms. Remember that we want the ice cream to have a creamy texture. If it is too firm to scoop, let it soften at room temperature for a few minutes before serving.
If you have an ice cream machine at home and you want to use it to make this banana ice cream with almond milk, we'll also explain how to do so.
- When the mixture is blended, put it into the ice cream maker and churn following the machine's instructions.
- Transfer the ice cream to a container and freeze until it's ready to eat.
If you like bananas, you can also learn how to make an oatmeal and banana smoothie. If you really enjoy recipes with fruits, at OneHowTo you can find a list of healthy and delicious recipes that will be everyone's delight.
If you want more vegan and dairy-free recipes, you can learn how to make pancakes without eggs or milk.
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