Super refreshing you won't believe this whole30 ice cream is made with just three ingredients. Creamy, rich, and bursting with blackberries, this healthy ice cream whips up in a pinch!
Use this vegan dessert to cool down in the summer, indulge a craving, or curl up in the warmth with a burst of flavor.
As a Certified Nutrition Coach, I love that this whole30 ice cream is made with just three simple ingredients- and no ice cream maker!
It makes a healthy dessert swap for regular ice cream and is a big hit with kids.
Plus, with its blackberry flavor it's the perfect way to cool down in the summer.
You'll love this ice cream mixture because:
- Allergy-friendly (dairy-free, gluten-free, nut-free, paleo, vegan, whole30)
- Easy to make (you don't even need an ice cream maker)
- Light & refreshing
Ingredients You'll Need
A lot of whole30 ice cream recipes use coconut milk or coconut cream as the base. And though coconut milk definitely works, it tends to result in a harder ice cream that "flakes" when frozen.
This healthy ice cream recipe goes a different route!
Frozen bananas: this is what gives the whole30 ice cream its creamy base. You must use frozen bananas otherwise you'll just have a smoothie 😉
Fresh blackberries: you can use fresh or frozen blackberries but the fresh ones give a wonderful flavor burst and are easier on your blender.
Vanilla: adding a hint of flavor to the ice cream. You don't need this but it's worth it. Pro tip: Madagascar vanilla gives the best flavor!
Step By Step Photos
Freezing Bananas
To make your life easier, make sure to peel the bananas prior to freezing them. The riper the bananas are when you pop them into the freezer, the sweeter this delicious dessert will be!
Depending on your food processor (I use a Vitamix which is extremely powerful), you may want to chop the bananas before popping them in.
This can be done before freezing or frozen as bananas don't freeze solid.
Regardless, this ice cream mixture is a great way to use up the bananas on the counter!
How To Serve It
This whole30 ice cream is silky, creamy, and overall a delicious dessert.
It can be enjoyed as soft-serve ice cream or a more traditional hard texture.
If you're looking for the ultra fluffy, soft serve version, serve immediately or chill for a brief period of time (30 minutes).
If you're looking to place this ice cream in a cone or like your ice cream more firm, place in the freezer t set for one hour instead.
Two options, both delicious.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Whole30 Ice Cream
Nice cream is a vegan, soft-serve dessert made from frozen bananas (or mangos) that resemble ice cream. Bananas become very creamy and ice cream-like when blended frozen. The trick is not to add too much liquid or it will be more like an indulgent smoothie.
Only if the ice cream is made from real, whole food ingredients and contains no processed sugars (not even maple syrup or honey). Instead, make whole30 ice cream by using fruits or dates as sweeteners.
This ice cream can be stored in a container in the freezer. However, it will freeze pretty solid. You'll need to let it sit for 15-20 minutes at room temperature before you can scoop it again.
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3 Ingredient Banana Blackberry Ice Cream
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 bananas frozen and sliced
- 10 blackberries
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a powerful blender or processor add in the chopped bananas. Addin the blackberries and vanilla. Processuntil combined.
- You will need to use a tamper to ensure it blends evenly or a silicone spatula to scrape the sides.
- This can take anywhere from 5-15 minutes.
- Enjoy immediately as soft-serv ice cream (or place into a lined dish and freeze for thirty minutes.). Or, place in the freezer for 4-5 hours for a firmer ice cream consistency.
Notes
- You can easily sub in frozen blackberries for the fresh.
- However, you may need to pause and scrape down the sides a bit more depending on what machine you're using!
- To make it easier on your blender, chop the frozen bananas into chunks before using them. Likewise, make sure the bananas are completely frozen before using them.
- Failure to do this will result in smoothie-like consistency and not ice cream.
- Do not add liquid to make the process faster. This will ruin the consistency. Be patient, scape down the sides frequently, and keep going. Depending on your machine it can take anywhere from 3-10 minutes of scraping and blending.
- Top with drizzled almond butter if you're feeling extra indulgent!
- Makes 1.5-2 cups
Disclaimer:
Nutrition values are estimates only, using online calculators. Please verify using your own data"
Donny says
I always have frozen bananas and frozen fruit on hand - why has it taken me so long to try this? It is so good! Perfectly creamy and refreshing.
fitasamamabear says
Haha it is literally a staple!
Janessa says
Yum! I just so happened to have some ripe bananas hanging around my house when I found this recipe. I love fruity ice creams and this definitely hit the spot and is so easy! Next time I might try making it with blueberries.
fitasamamabear says
Mmm blueberries, strawberries... they're all so yummy!!
EM Fisher says
How many cups of bananas would you start with? My bananas are frozen in chunks.
fitasamamabear says
Hey There! That's a tricky one. I'd probably start with 3 ish cups if they're in chunks! I LOVE that you freeze them too! I do this to make smoothies and whatnot later (though I freeze mine in halves, chunks is smart).
jill conyers says
Nice cream is one of the best recipes ever! I've never tried making it with blackberries. Yum!
fitasamamabear says
Blackberries are sooo refreshing!
Cori - Sweet Coralice says
Oh how delicious! I haven't made a treat like this in ages. We had an ice cream machine and my kids would come up with all sorts of fruit combinations for it. This looks easy enough for a nice summertime treat, which here in Texas, is all the time, lol.
fitasamamabear says
Ugh jealous of your perma summer haha. I actually have an ice cream machine too! That said, I don't use it often. Making super healthy ice cream in the ice cream maker is actually somewhat difficult lol that, and I have ice cream addictions so it's all I'd eat 😀
Bar says
ummm wow! I really need to try this! Healthful ice cream, sign me up!
fitasamamabear says
There's a crazy chocolate peanut butter one coming soon also so stay tuned 😉
Nicole Helgason says
I have both in my freezer! Need to try this it looks delicious.
fitasamamabear says
Isn't it awesome when you already have the ingredients?!
Amy Poulton - Page Traveller says
This looks delicious! Great recipe for trying to be good over Christmas. Thanks for sharing!
fitasamamabear says
Anytime! It definitely gives your body a break from all the heavy meals!
Joleen Pete says
YUM! This looks and sounds like a terrific and healthy treat. I am anxious to try it. Pinning to try!!
fitasamamabear says
It's really refreshing- not overly sweet but delicious!
Carol Little R.H. says
I'm excited about this one! My niece is now 'dairy free' and loves desserts.
Can't wait to make this for her!!! Thank you!
fitasamamabear says
Ohh I have so many yummy things coming for you then!!
thatssodarling says
Going to have to try this with the kiddos, looks yummy.
-Ashley
fitasamamabear says
My 2yo definitely loves it as her "treat" 😀
Cristine says
Such a great idea. The consistency is like ice cream but without all the sugar and extra calories. People can have something that satisfies the craving without over doing it
Renee says
Nice cream is my absolute favorite!! I haven't tried blackberry though!! Yummy!
fitasamamabear says
Mmm I love blackberries! They're oddly refreshing!
Emily @ Recipes to Nourish says
So yummy! My youngest would LOVE this! Blackberries are her favorite, she has memories of picking them every summer where we used to live.
fitasamamabear says
Aw that's cute! My daughter loves this ice cream. Mainly because bananas and berries are pretty much her favorite thing of life haha and she gets "treats" like this for special occasions so she gets all excited.
linda spiker says
I am loving the nice cream trend! Such a great option for those wanting to avoid the sugar!
fitasamamabear says
Yes!! And it's still creamy and delicious! This kind of ice cream is all my daughter knows 😀