2-Ingredient Strawberry Banana Ice Cream Recipe + Video
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This Banana Ice Cream Recipe is made with only 2 ingredients, and it takes just 5 minutes! I scream, you scream, we all scream for easy homemade soft serve ice cream!! No ice cream maker needed! It has the perfect texture and is sure to be your new favorite!
I love the flavor of this strawberry banana ice cream recipe! It’s a great recipe with simple ingredients, and really does create the perfect treat.
If you want a guilt-free treat, this healthy ice cream recipe is it!
Not only is it perfect on a hot summer day, but it’s one of those frozen treats that hits your taste buds in the perfect way.
Use fresh fruit to make creamy ice cream! The banana flavor is one of the best – and I love that you can use different fruit if you want to mix it up!
You can even change it up to add some of your favorite flavors the next time that you make it. Adding toppings like chocolate chips to your bowl of ice cream is perfect, too!
The recipe card below shows you all the details on how to make what is sure to be one of your new favorite ice cream recipes.
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Banana Ice Cream Recipe
Because this homemade soft serve ice cream is made from frozen fruit, it’s also known as “nice cream.”
Before it became crazy popular and loads of other flavors were created, the original nice cream was made with nothing but a frozen banana — talk about easy!!
I’m telling you, this frozen fruit ice cream is so flipping creamy and delicious, you won’t even realize that it’s a healthy treat.
In addition to being healthy, it also just happens to be dairy free, and the best part is: you control the sweetness.
Why We Love Frozen Fruit Ice Cream
Unlike traditional ice cream, which contains a lot of sugar and heavy cream, this healthy banana strawberry ice cream is a naturally sweetened frozen treat.
The sugar in this recipe is completely optional! You can leave it out entirely if you prefer. Or, you can use a liquid sweetener like Stevia or honey instead.
It’s a much better choice for anyone that is watching their calories or is lactose intolerant. Just keep in mind that bananas are high in sugar on their own.
How to Make Banana Strawberry Ice Cream
Simply slice up the frozen fruit and add it to a high-power blender or a food processor.
Be sure the lid is on tight, then blend until the frozen strawberries and bananas become creamy and smooth. That’s all there is to it! Easy, right?
Tips for Perfect Homemade Soft Serve Ice Cream
- Changing the consistency. If you want soft and creamy fruit ice cream, you can eat it right out of the blender.
However, if you want ice cream that is a bit more solid, place the mixture in the freezer for a couple of hours.
Keep in mind — since there are no preservatives, homemade soft serve ice cream will freeze up rock hard. To soften, just remove it from the freezer 10 minutes before you want to serve it. - Always use ripe bananas when you make this treat. If they are still a bit green, the strawberry banana ice cream won’t be sweet enough.
- Using a regular blender. If you don’t own a high-powered blender or a food processor, you can use a traditional blender.
But, the consistency will be better if you cut your bananas into slices before you freeze them.
Flavor Variations
Frozen bananas are key to the creamy texture of this frozen dessert. There isn’t a good substitute for them that I know of.
That said, there are many different flavor variations you can make!! Here are a few suggestions to get you started:
- Blueberry and banana
- Cocoa powder and banana
- Peach and banana
- Coconut milk with pineapple and banana
- Nutella and banana
You can see how this banana ice cream recipe has a world of possibilities!
Kitchen Tools and Supplies You’ll Need
- Mixing Bowl – I like a variety of mixing bowls and prep bowls, and this set has them all.
- Blender – You can use any blender, but I absolutely love this one! I use it for smoothies, soups, tomato sauce, and naturally — this banana ice cream recipe!
Banana Ice Cream Recipe FAQ
This banana strawberry ice cream can be frozen for up to 2 months in an airtight container. That’s because it’s simply blended frozen fruit!
Just be sure to soften it on the counter before serving.
Dairy-based recipes only last for 1 to 2 weeks, making this easy fruit ice cream a great make-ahead option.
If you have bananas that are ripening too fast, just peel them and put them in the freezer to use in the future.
As a bonus, when you start craving strawberry banana ice cream, your bananas will already be frozen and ready to use!
Enjoy!
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Strawberry Banana Ice Cream
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 large bananas, sliced and frozen (about 4 cups)
- 16 ounces frozen strawberries, about 4 cups
- 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, optional
Instructions
- SOFTEN THE STRAWBERRIES (OPTIONAL): If using a standard blender or if the berries taste underwhelming, place the 16 ounces frozen strawberries in a microwave-safe bowl, sprinkle with the 2 tablespoons granulated sugar, and toss to coat. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring between each burst, until the berries soften and the sugar dissolves into a glossy syrup, about 1 to 2 minutes total. Skip this step if your high-powered blender handles fully frozen fruit.
- LOAD THE BLENDER: Add the 4 large bananas, sliced and frozen, and the strawberry mixture (with all the syrup) to the blender pitcher. Cover with the lid.
- BLEND TO SOFT-SERVE: Blend on high for about 30 seconds. The fruit will stop spinning, which is your cue to stop, scrape down the sides of the pitcher with a rubber spatula, and stir the bottom to redistribute the fruit. Repeat the blend-and-scrape pattern 3 to 4 more times for about 2 to 3 minutes total, until the mixture turns smooth, creamy, and pale pink with a soft-serve consistency.
- SERVE OR FIRM UP: Spoon the ice cream into bowls and serve right away for the softest, creamiest texture. For a firmer, scoopable consistency, transfer to a freezer-safe container, smooth the top, press a piece of plastic wrap directly against the surface, and freeze for 2 to 3 hours.
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Donna’s Notes
Nutrition
All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe’s nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients used, measuring methods, and portion sizes.
Originally published March 2012, updated and republished April 2025
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This recipe from The Slow Roasted Italian website is an absolute winner! I couldn’t believe how easy it was to make this Strawberry Banana Ice Cream. Donna and Chad, you rock!
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