Chocolate Cherry Nice Cream
A rich, creamy frozen dessert made with cherries, banana, and cocoa powder. It satisfies a chocolate craving using whole fruit for sweetness and contains no added sugar.
Equipment
- High-powered blender or food processor
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Rubber spatula
- Freezer-safe container, optional
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas sliced and frozen
- 2 cups frozen dark sweet cherries pitted
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 2 to 4 tablespoons unsweetened almond milk
- Optional Toppings
- Fresh or frozen cherries
- Unsweetened cacao nibs
- Unsweetened coconut flakes
- Chopped almonds
- A light dusting of cocoa powder
Instructions
- Add the frozen bananas, frozen cherries, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt to a high-powered blender or food processor.
- Blend until the fruit begins to break down. Stop several times to scrape down the sides and redistribute the mixture.
- Add the almond milk one tablespoon at a time, blending after each addition. Use only enough liquid to create a thick, smooth, soft-serve consistency.
- Serve immediately for soft-serve nice cream.
- For a firmer texture, transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container. Cover and freeze for 1 to 2 hours before serving.
- Add your preferred toppings just before serving.
Notes
Use very ripe bananas for the best natural sweetness. Slice the bananas before freezing so they are easier to blend.