Why It’s Great for Weight Watchers:

  • Low in Points: With just frozen bananas, this ice cream is naturally low in calories and free of added sugars, which keeps the points low.
  • Healthy Alternative: Bananas are rich in fiber and potassium, making this a nutritious treat without compromising flavor.
  • Customizable: Add toppings or extra ingredients like vanilla extract, cinnamon, or a teaspoon of peanut butter, and still keep it within your WW points!

Weight Watchers Points Breakdown:

  • 1/2 banana (approximately): 0 points
  • 2 medium bananas (used for the ice cream): 0 points (since fruits are typically zero points on WW, unless you’re on a specific plan where fruits are tracked differently)

So, depending on how many servings you make, this One Ingredient Banana Ice Cream is 0-1 points per serving, making it a super low-cost dessert or snack in terms of WW points.

Optional Add-ins and Toppings:

While the base recipe of frozen bananas is WW-friendly, if you want to add a little extra flavor or texture, you can include:

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract: 0 points
  • 1 tablespoon peanut butter: 2-3 points (depending on brand)
  • 1 tablespoon chocolate chips: 2-3 points (for a small serving)
  • Berries: 0 points
  • Light whipped cream: 1 point per tablespoon

How to Make Weight Watchers-Friendly One Ingredient Ice Cream:

Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe bananas (peeled and sliced)
  • Optional: Vanilla extract, cinnamon, or a topping like berries or light whipped cream.

Instructions:

  1. Freeze the Bananas:
    • Peel and slice the bananas into 1-inch rounds.
    • Lay the slices on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure they aren’t overlapping, and freeze for at least 2 hours or until solid.
  2. Blend the Bananas:
    • Place the frozen banana slices in a food processor or blender.
    • Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. The bananas will first turn into crumbs, but with continued blending, they will form a soft-serve-like consistency.
  3. Serve or Freeze:
    • Serve immediately for a soft-serve texture, or freeze for a firmer ice cream consistency.
  4. Optional Toppings: If desired, add toppings like fresh berries, light whipped cream, or a drizzle of sugar-free syrup. Just be sure to keep track of the points for any additional toppings.

WW Tips:

  • Make it a meal prep dessert: You can make a batch and freeze individual servings in containers for easy access later.
  • Freeze until hard: If you prefer a firmer texture, you can return the ice cream to the freezer for a few hours after blending.
  • Be mindful of mix-ins: While banana ice cream is 0 points, extra ingredients like peanut butter, chocolate chips, or whipped cream will add points. Just make sure to track them!

This One Ingredient Banana Ice Cream is an excellent WW dessert that’s easy to make, low in points, and still delicious! Enjoy guilt-free indulgence with just a banana (and any other optional ingredients you love)! 🍌🍦