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Strawberry Nice Cream is a delightful, dairy-free alternative to traditional ice cream, popularized in the vegan community. It embodies the essence of summer with its fresh fruit flavor and creamy texture, making it a favorite for warm days. This dish has gained popularity not only for its simplicity but also for its health benefits, as it uses whole fruits instead of processed ingredients. Today, variations abound, with many incorporating different fruits or add-ins, appealing to a wide range of palates.

Ingredients

  • frozen strawberries
  • bananas
  • coconut milk
  • vanilla extract
  • maple syrup
  • salt

Instructions

  1. 1Blend frozen strawberries and bananas in a food processor until smooth.
  2. 2Add coconut milk, vanilla extract, maple syrup, and salt to the processor.
  3. 3Blend until creamy and well combined, scraping down the sides as needed.
  4. 4Taste and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more maple syrup.
  5. 5Transfer the mixture to a container and smooth the top.
  6. 6Freeze for at least 2 hours until firm.
  7. 7Scoop into bowls and serve immediately.

Ingredient Alternatives

coconut milk

Healthier: almond milk

Cheaper: soy milk

Almond milk is lower in calories and soy milk is often less expensive.

maple syrup

Healthier: agave nectar

Cheaper: honey

Agave nectar is lower on the glycemic index and honey is often cheaper.

Techniques

blending

Equipment

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Also Known As

Strawberry Ice CreamVegan Strawberry Ice Cream

Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1/4 cup Nutella
  • 1/2 cup almond milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup chopped hazelnuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1Peel the ripe bananas and slice them into small pieces.
  2. 2Place the banana slices in a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours or until solid.
  3. 3Once frozen, transfer the banana slices to a food processor.
  4. 4Add the Nutella, almond milk, and vanilla extract to the food processor with the frozen bananas.
  5. 5Blend the mixture until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  6. 6If desired, fold in the chopped hazelnuts for added texture.
  7. 7Serve immediately for a soft-serve consistency, or transfer to a container and freeze for an additional hour for a firmer texture.
  8. 8Scoop into bowls and enjoy your Nutella Nice Cream!

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup coconut milk
  • 1/2 cup pineapple chunks (fresh or frozen)
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1Peel the ripe bananas and slice them into small pieces.
  2. 2Place the banana slices in a freezer-safe container and freeze for at least 2 hours or until solid.
  3. 3In a blender, combine the frozen banana slices, coconut milk, pineapple chunks, shredded coconut, vanilla extract, and honey or maple syrup if using.
  4. 4Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  5. 5Taste the mixture and adjust sweetness if necessary by adding more honey or maple syrup.
  6. 6Once blended, transfer the nice cream to a loaf pan or airtight container.
  7. 7Smooth the top with a spatula and freeze for an additional 1-2 hours to firm up if desired.
  8. 8Scoop the nice cream into bowls and serve immediately, garnished with extra shredded coconut or pineapple if desired.

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • 2 ripe bananas
  • 1 cup brewed coffee, cooled
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup almond milk
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Instructions

  1. 1Slice the ripe bananas and place them in a freezer-safe container.
  2. 2Freeze the banana slices for at least 2 hours or until solid.
  3. 3In a blender, combine the frozen banana slices, cooled brewed coffee, cocoa powder, almond milk, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
  4. 4Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
  5. 5Stir in the dark chocolate chips and chopped nuts if using.
  6. 6Transfer the mixture to a loaf pan or airtight container.
  7. 7Freeze for an additional 1-2 hours to firm up before serving.
  8. 8Scoop into bowls and enjoy your Mocha Crunch Nice Cream!

Equipment

blenderfreezer-safe containerloaf pan or airtight container

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