Overview:

This creamy, indulgent chocolate banana ice cream is not only a sweet treat but also a healthier alternative to traditional ice cream. Made with just a few ingredients and no added sugars, it’s a great guilt-free dessert. Bananas provide the natural sweetness, while cocoa powder gives it that rich chocolate flavor. It’s a simple, easy-to-make frozen dessert that fits perfectly within your Weight Watchers plan.

Ingredients:

  • 2 ripe bananas, sliced and frozen
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1-2 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk (or any other milk of choice)
  • Optional: 1-2 teaspoons stevia or sweetener of choice (for extra sweetness, depending on your taste)

Directions:

  1. Prepare the bananas: Peel the bananas, slice them into small rounds, and lay them flat on a baking sheet. Freeze for at least 2-3 hours or until fully frozen.
  2. Blend the ingredients: Place the frozen banana slices, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and almond milk into a high-powered blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy. You may need to scrape down the sides of the blender or add more almond milk (a little at a time) if it’s too thick.
  3. Taste and adjust: If you’d like a sweeter ice cream, add your preferred sweetener (like stevia or another zero-calorie sweetener) and blend again.
  4. Freeze to set: Transfer the mixture into an airtight container and freeze for about 1-2 hours to allow it to firm up slightly.
  5. Serve: Scoop and enjoy! The texture will be similar to soft serve ice cream, and it will harden more as it freezes.

Nutrition (per serving):

  • Calories: 60
  • Total Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Total Carbohydrates: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Sugars: 12g (from bananas)
  • Protein: 1g
  • WW SmartPoints:
    • Green Plan: 0 SmartPoints
    • Blue Plan: 0 SmartPoints
    • Purple Plan: 0 SmartPoints

Tips:

  • Texture tips: If you like a firmer texture, freeze the mixture for a longer period, or serve immediately for a soft-serve consistency.
  • Add-ins: Try adding in a handful of chopped nuts or a few dark chocolate chips for extra flavor and texture. Keep in mind this will add a few SmartPoints.
  • Flavor variations: You can swap out cocoa powder for peanut butter powder or cinnamon for a different flavor twist.

This Chocolate Banana Ice Cream is the ultimate zero-point dessert! It’s quick to prepare, requires minimal ingredients, and can be enjoyed guilt-free whenever you’re craving something sweet.