Cool, dreamy and decadently rich, this vegan chocolate cherry ice cream is made from just a handful of better-for-you ingredients. Frozen bananas form the luscious base, blended with real cherries, maple syrup, vanilla and a swirl of cocoa for a classic flavor combo that never goes out of style. Studded with dark chocolate chips and bursting with cherry goodness, every bite is a little celebration. Just blend, freeze and scoop for a homemade dessert that feels totally indulgent (but isn’t).
Chocolate Cherry Nice Cream
Prep Time 10 minutes
Chill Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 10 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 290 kcal
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe firm bananas (sliced and frozen)
- 2 Tbsp. almond milk
- 2-1/2 Tbsp. unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tsp. vanilla extract
- 3 Tbsp. maple syrup
- 2 cups cherries pitted and halved
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
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To large food processor, add frozen bananas and blend on high until smooth. Add 2 tablespoons almond milk halfway through to help with the process. Stop to scrape down sides periodically.
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Add unsweetened cocoa powder, vanilla extract and maple syrup to food processor. Blend until mixed in.
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Add cherries and dark chocolate chips and pulse until they are broken into smaller pieces.
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Pour mixture into a container with lid and freeze 4 hours.
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Scoop into bowls and serve immediately.
Recipe Notes
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Nutrition Facts
Chocolate Cherry Nice Cream
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 290
Calories from Fat 90
% Daily Value*
Fat 10g15%
Saturated Fat 9g45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Monounsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 0.3mg0%
Sodium 41mg2%
Potassium 629mg18%
Carbohydrates 49g16%
Fiber 5g20%
Sugar 30g33%
Protein 4g8%
Vitamin A 83IU2%
Vitamin C 10mg12%
Calcium 118mg12%
Iron 1mg6%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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