Craving a dessert that's both decadent and nutritious? Prepare to be amazed by this vegan-friendly PB Nice Cream with a magical chocolate shell that will make your taste buds dance and your health-conscious heart sing! This incredibly simple yet mind-blowing recipe transforms humble frozen bananas into a creamy, dreamy treat that looks and tastes like a gourmet dessert but takes just minutes to prepare. Get ready to unlock the secret to the most Instagram-worthy, guilt-free indulgence that will have everyone asking, "How did you make this?"
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: -
Total Time: 10 mins
Cuisine: Vegan
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Instructions
- Peel the ripe bananas and slice them into small chunks. Place the banana pieces on a parchment-lined baking sheet and freeze for at least 2 hours or overnight until completely solid.
- Remove the frozen banana chunks from the freezer and transfer them to a high-powered food processor or blender.
- Add the peanut butter to the frozen bananas and blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. The mixture should resemble soft-serve ice cream.
- For the chocolate shell, combine coconut oil, cocoa powder, and maple syrup in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture is completely smooth and well combined.
- Transfer the nice cream to serving bowls or glasses.
- Allow the chocolate shell mixture to cool slightly for 2-3 minutes, but ensure it remains in a liquid state.
- Slowly drizzle the chocolate shell mixture over the nice cream. The coconut oil will cause the chocolate to instantly harden, creating a magical crackable shell.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the creamy, chocolatey treat. For best texture, consume within 10-15 minutes of preparation.
- Optional: Garnish with additional chopped peanuts or a sprinkle of sea salt if desired.
Tips
- Choose extremely ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum sweetness and creaminess
- Freeze banana chunks on a flat surface to prevent clumping and ensure smooth blending
- Use a high-powered food processor for the smoothest, most ice cream-like texture
- Let the chocolate shell mixture cool slightly before drizzling to achieve the perfect "magic" hardening effect
- Work quickly when serving to maintain the ideal texture and temperature
- For extra richness, use natural, unsweetened peanut butter
- Store any leftover nice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 weeks
- Experiment with different nut butters or add a splash of vanilla extract for flavor variations
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 774kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
