Author Notes
I had heard about putting a frozen banana in a food processor to make it turn into ice cream so I decided to do some experimenting. Once I came up with the perfect recipe, I knew this was the only way I would ever eat bananas ever again :o
This recipe is guilt-free gelato. What more could you ask from the universe? Even if your not a fan of bananas, I'd give it a go because if you add the cocoa powder and maybe a few toppings, it doesn't have an overpowering banana flavor.
I call it 'gelato' because it has more of a gelato consistency than ice cream, but pop it in the freezer for a bit if it gets too runny... and if you can resist ;) —Sibilla
Ingredients
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1
Frozen banana, cut into chunks
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1 tablespoon
Unsweetened cocoa powder (if you want chocolate gelato)
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Dash
Milk (or any milk substitute. I use soy.)
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Honey, agave, sugar, dates (yes, dates), or any other sweetener can be added if you want it on the sweeter side
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1 teaspoon
Cinnamon (optional)
Directions
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Make sure to have everything prepped before you take out your frozen banana because it will get runny if left out for too long.
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Process all ingredients, other than your toppings, in a food processor until smooth.
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Add toppings of your choice. Some suggestions: chocolate chips, chopped nuts, granola, dried fruit.
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