Chocolate Nana Ice Cream cover

Leave it up to me to finally blog an ice cream recipe when it’s September and freezing cold outside. Don’t tell me I am the only person who craves ice cream 365 days a year. Because I would have to call you a liar. And, I really don’t want to do that to you, my friends.

I do have a very valid reason that I am super tardy on this post. I got hitched 2 weeks ago! Yep, I convinced a boy to marry me. He’s pretty great too. As you can imagine, Claudia is over the moon. Because we are friends, and so many of you have sent me so many amazing well wishes and congratulatory comments (thank you!), I thought I would share a couple of my favourite photos of our special day:

#jaimeLovesAnthony

 A moment captured by my Maid of Honour.

Bridemaids

 The best Bridesmaids in the entire world!

Now that the wedding planning insanity (insanity in a good way!) is over, I have more time to really focus on making healthy choices. As I’ve mentioned before, I crave sweets A LOT. Lately, I have been on the hunt for healthy alternatives for sweet treats. This one is probably my favourite!

I’ve seen a lot of photos of “Nana Ice Cream” on Instagram this summer and I thought I would give it a try for myself. I can honestly say that it is amazing! Yep, the texture is creamy like ice cream, and it’s so versatile. I am a chocolate fiend, so this recipe is my go-to. You can easily incorporate peanut butter, strawberries, shredded coconut….you name it! Play to your favourite flavours. This one is a serious keeper (like my new husband). Sorry, I had to do it.

You will need:

ingredients

3 frozen bananas (sliced)
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 scoop chocolate protein powder (can substitute 1 tbsp of cocoa powder or leave out)
1/2 cup chocolate almond milk (you can also use plain almond milk, soy or skim milk)

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Place your frozen bananas in a food processor.

If you have a high powered blender, that may also work as well. However, my blender was terrible so I do not recommend this option based on my experience.

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Next add your cocoa and protein powder, and your almond milk.

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Pulse together until smooth.

This typically takes me about 1 minute.

My food processor is also terrible and I legit threw it in the garbage after this picture was taken.

No joke. I seriously did. And it felt amazing.

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Viola!

Now that is easy.

And also super healthy!

You can top with dark chocolate chips, peanut butter, or anything your heart really desires.

Totally crushes your sweet cravings.

And yeah, guilt-free!

Enjoy!

Guilt-Free Chocolate Nana Ice Cream
Serves 2
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Total Time
5 min
Total Time
5 min
Ingredients
  1. 3 frozen bananas (sliced)
  2. 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  3. 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (can substitute 1 tbsp of cocoa powder or leave out)
  4. 1/2 cup chocolate almond milk (you can also use plain almond milk, soy or skim milk)
Instructions
  1. Add frozen bananas, cocoa powder, protein powder and almond milk to a food processor.
  2. Pulse together until smooth. This usually takes about 1 minute depending on your processor.
  3. Spoon into bowls and serve immediately.
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4 Comments on Guilt-Free Chocolate Nana Ice Cream

  1. Denise
    September 9, 2014 at 10:24 PM (10 years ago)

    I love that you threw out your food processor!! I also love you!! I have all these ingredients in my home! What luck! I plan to indulge once the first wave of madness is over! Love you!!

    Reply
    • Claudia's Cookbook
      September 9, 2014 at 10:26 PM (10 years ago)

      I’ve been wanting to throw it out for years. Tonight was the last straw. Also, I’ve been looking for cupboard space for the new one I got at my shower! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Sharaden
    September 11, 2014 at 1:55 PM (10 years ago)

    Congratulations Beautiful Bride! You look very happy!

    Also, nice recipe, quick and easy, I’ll have to give it a try!

    Reply
    • Claudia's Cookbook
      September 11, 2014 at 2:27 PM (10 years ago)

      Thank you so much Sharaden! It was such a great day. Let me know how you like the Nana Ice Cream! I’m always tempted to douse it in caramel sauce…but that wouldn’t be too healthy 🙂

      Reply

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