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Natural Banana Blueberry Ice Cream

Name: Natural Banana Blueberry Ice Cream
Total time: 375 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 piece banana; 0.5 cup blueberries

Duration

375 min

Servings

For 4 People

Difficulty

medium

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Ingredients

Servings:

2 piece banana
0.5 cup blueberries

Step-by-Step Preparation

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Peel the bananas and slice them into rings of medium thickness. Place the sliced bananas in a single layer in a clean zip-top freezer bag so they do not stick to each other. Let the bananas sit in the freezer for at least 6 hours, or preferably overnight for the best results, until completely solid.

Remove the completely frozen banana slices from the freezer and let them sit at room temperature for approximately 2-3 minutes so they can rotate easily in the food processor. Then, transfer the frozen bananas into the bowl of a powerful blender or food processor.

Operate the blender using the pulse function first to allow the bananas to break down slowly. To avoid straining the motor of the device at this stage, operate it in short intervals and occasionally scrape the frozen banana pieces sticking to the sides of the bowl downwards with a spatula.

When the bananas have completely broken down and start to take on a creamy, smooth, and ice cream-like consistency, add the blueberries to the bowl. Run the blender for a few more seconds so the blueberries mix completely into the ice cream and give it a wonderful purple color.

Distribute the thick and natural ice cream you have prepared into chilled serving bowls immediately. If desired, garnish with extra fresh blueberries and serve cold.

Chef's Tips

Using ripe and spotted bananas will increase the natural sweetness of your ice cream and allow you to achieve a much creamier texture.
Be careful not to stack the banana slices while freezing; bananas frozen in a single layer prevent the blender from struggling and break down evenly.
Not filling the blender container beyond its capacity is the most important secret to achieving a smooth consistency. If necessary, prepare the portion in 2 stages.
The slightly tart structure of the blueberry balances the intense sweetness of the banana. However, if you increase the amount of blueberry too much, the consistency of the ice cream may become icier and the taste may be sour.

Alternative & Optional Ingredients

Instead of blueberries, you can use other red forest fruits such as frozen strawberries, raspberries, or blackberries in the same proportion.
To achieve a richer and creamier texture, you can add 1-2 tablespoons of strained yogurt or coconut milk during the blending stage.

Gourmet Recommendations

With the recommendation of our tasting chef; adding a pinch of freshly ground green cardamom and a few drops of lime juice during the blending stage will elevate the aroma of the fruits and add a sophisticated depth to the dish.
For a crunchier serving experience, you can sprinkle a small amount of sugar-free oat pieces or finely ground raw walnuts on top before serving.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving

Calories63 kcal

Protein1 g

Carbohydrates16 g

Fat0 g

Fiber 2 g

Sugar 9 g

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