Date & Banana Ice Cream

Naturally sweet and incredibly creamy, Date & Banana Ice Cream is a guilt-free treat made with just a few wholesome ingredients. It’s dairy-free, refined sugar-free, and packed with flavor — no ice cream maker required!

Ingredients:

• 4 ripe bananas, sliced and frozen

• 6 Medjool dates, pitted and soaked in warm water for 10 minutes

• 1/4 cup coconut milk (or any plant-based milk)

• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

• Pinch of salt

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Bananas
   Peel and slice the bananas, then freeze them for at least 4 hours (or overnight) until solid.

2. Soften the Dates
   Soak the pitted dates in warm water for about 10 minutes to soften them, then drain.

3. Blend the Ingredients
   In a food processor or high-speed blender, add the frozen banana slices, softened dates, coconut milk, cinnamon, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt.

4. Process Until Creamy
   Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed. This may take a few minutes depending on your blender.

5. Serve Immediately or Freeze
   For a soft-serve texture, enjoy immediately. For a firmer scoop, transfer to a container and freeze for 1–2 hours.

Tips:

• For a chunkier texture, add chopped dates or nuts after blending.

• You can replace coconut milk with almond or oat milk if preferred.

Serving Suggestions:

Top with shredded coconut, chopped walnuts, or a drizzle of almond butter for extra indulgence.