Strawberry Banana Ice Cream 🍓🍌
Creamy, naturally sweet, and made with just a few wholesome ingredients — this Mediterranean-style strawberry banana ice cream is refreshing, refined sugar–free, and perfect for a healthy dessert or snack.
🌿 Description
This ice cream is made primarily from frozen fruit, giving it a smooth, soft-serve texture without heavy cream or added sugar. It’s rich in fiber, potassium, antioxidants, and natural sweetness — making it a guilt-free treat the whole family will love.
🍨 Ingredients (Serves 3–4)
3 ripe bananas (sliced & frozen)
1 ½ cups fresh or frozen strawberries
2–4 tablespoons Greek yogurt (optional for creaminess)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1–2 teaspoons honey (optional)
1 tablespoon lemon juice (brightens flavor)
🔥 Instructions
1️⃣ Freeze the Fruit
Slice bananas and freeze for at least 3–4 hours (overnight is best).
2️⃣ Blend
Add frozen bananas and strawberries to a high-speed blender or food processor.
Blend until creamy, scraping down sides as needed.
3️⃣ Add Creaminess
Add Greek yogurt, vanilla, lemon juice, and honey (if using).
Blend again until smooth and soft-serve consistency forms.
4️⃣ Serve or Freeze
Serve immediately for soft-serve texture.
For firmer ice cream, freeze 1–2 hours before scooping.
🌿 Mediterranean Twist Ideas
Add crushed pistachios on top
Drizzle with a little raw honey
Sprinkle chia seeds for added fiber
Add a spoon of almond butter for richness
❓ Q & A
Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
Yes! Skip Greek yogurt or use coconut yogurt.
Q: Why is my ice cream not creamy?
Bananas must be fully frozen and ripe. Blend slowly and scrape sides often.
Q: Can I store leftovers?
Yes, freeze in an airtight container up to 1 week. Let sit 5–10 minutes before scooping.
Q: Can I add protein powder?
Yes, add 1 scoop vanilla protein powder while blending.
Q: Is this good for weight loss?
It can fit into a balanced diet since it contains natural sugars and fiber — portion control is key.
