Wholesome 4-Ingredient Fruit “Ice Cream”
Prep time: 5 minutes | Freeze time: 2–4 hours | Servings: 2
Ingredients
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2 cups Frozen Strawberries: These provide the vibrant color and tart base for your dessert.
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2 ripe Bananas: Best if sliced and frozen beforehand to ensure a thick, creamy consistency.
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1/2 cup Plain Greek Yogurt (or unsweetened almond milk): Adds protein and creaminess while helping the fruit blend.
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1 tsp Vanilla Extract: Enhances the natural sweetness of the fruit without adding sugar.
Detailed Directions
1. Prepare the Fruit
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For the best results, use fruit that has been frozen solid. If you are using fresh bananas, peel and slice them, then freeze them on a tray for at least 2 hours.
2. Blend the Ingredients
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Place the frozen strawberries, frozen banana slices, Greek yogurt, and vanilla extract into a high-powered blender or food processor.
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Start blending on a low speed, gradually increasing to high.
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Note: You may need to stop and scrape down the sides with a spatula a few times to ensure everything is evenly incorporated.
3. Achieve the “Soft Serve” Texture
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Continue blending until the mixture is completely smooth and reaches a thick, “soft serve” consistency.
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If the mixture is too thick to blend, add an extra tablespoon of yogurt or milk at a time until it moves freely.
4. Set and Serve
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You can enjoy this immediately as a soft-serve treat.
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For a firmer, scoopable “ice cream” texture, transfer the mixture to a shallow, freezer-safe dish and freeze for an additional 1–2 hours.
5. Garnish
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Serve in chilled bowls and top with a few fresh strawberry slices or a sprinkle of nuts for added crunch.
Success Tips
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Natural Sweetness: If your fruit isn’t quite sweet enough, you can add a small teaspoon of honey or maple syrup during the blending process.
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Storage: While best enjoyed fresh, you can store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer. Let it sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before scooping again.