High Protein Creamy Banana Ice Cream

Indulge guilt-free with this High Protein Creamy Banana Ice Cream, a nutritious and delicious frozen treat that's perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth while staying on track with your fitness goals. Made with naturally sweet ripe bananas, a boost of vanilla protein powder, and creamy Greek yogurt, this dessert is as wholesome as it is flavorful. A splash of unsweetened almond milk and vanilla extract create a velvety texture, while a touch of honey or maple syrup adds just the right amount of sweetness. Customize your ice cream with crunchy chopped nuts or rich chocolate chips for an irresistible twist. Quick to prepare in just 10 minutes (plus freezing time) and loaded with nutrients, this high-protein dessert is ideal for post-workout recovery or a healthy snack. Skip the store-bought options and enjoy this homemade, protein-packed ice cream that’s ready to delight your taste buds and fuel your active lifestyle!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 large ripe bananas
• 2 scoops vanilla protein powder
• 0.5 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Greek yogurt
• 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
• 0.25 cup chopped nuts or chocolate chips

Directions

Step 1

Peel and slice the ripe bananas into small rounds.

Step 2

Place the banana slices on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and freeze for at least 2 hours or until completely frozen.

Step 3

In a blender, combine the frozen bananas, vanilla protein powder, unsweetened almond milk, vanilla extract, Greek yogurt, and honey or maple syrup.

Step 4

Blend on high speed for 2-3 minutes, or until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy. You may need to scrape down the sides of the blender or add a little more almond milk to reach the desired consistency.

Step 5

Transfer the blended mixture into a container and fold in the chopped nuts or chocolate chips if using.

Step 6

Cover the container with a lid or plastic wrap and freeze for an additional 1-2 hours to firm up the ice cream.

Step 7

Scoop the ice cream into bowls, garnish with extra nuts or chocolate chips if desired, and serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(927.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1165.8

Total Fat 25.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 3.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 34mg	0%
Sodium 420.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 176.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.8g	0%
Total Sugars 108.0g
Protein 71.2g	0%

Vitamin D 43.9IU	0%
Calcium 763.1mg	0%
Iron 4.8mg	0%
Potassium 2595.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 18.8%

Protein: 23.3%

Carbs: 57.9%