Let’s be honest, sometimes you crave a sweet treat, but the thought of slaving away in the kitchen for hours is enough to make you reach for a less-than-healthy option. Well, I'm here to tell you that doesn't have to be the case! This recipe is so simple, so ridiculously easy, that you'll be kicking yourself for not trying it sooner. Trust me, your taste buds will thank you!
This 3-ingredient vegan vanilla ice cream is not only incredibly delicious but also incredibly easy to make. Seriously, you only need three ingredients and a blender—most of you probably already have these! It's perfect for those lazy summer afternoons or a late-night sugar rush. I often make it when unexpected guests come over, it's impressive yet so effortless. What's even better, you won’t feel guilty for this sweet indulgence!
Required Equipments
- Blender
- Airtight container
- Freezer
3 Ingredient Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream: Frequently Asked Questions
3 Ingredient Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream
Indulge in this incredibly easy 3-ingredient vegan vanilla ice cream recipe. It's creamy, dreamy, and completely guilt-free!
⏳ Yield & Time
Yield: 2 servings
Preparation Time: 1 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Total Time:
🍽 Ingredients
📖 Instructions
- First thing's first: make sure your bananas are ripe. Like, REALLY ripe. The riper, the sweeter your ice cream will be. Think speckled brown, almost bruised—that's the magic zone. If you accidentally grab bananas that are too green you might end up with a slightly tart, less creamy ice cream. It won't be a disaster, but trust me on this one.
- Next, peel those beauties and slice 'em up. Pop them in a freezer bag and freeze those slices for at least 4 hours, or even overnight. I once forgot about my bananas and they froze for a full 24 hours, no problem. The longer they freeze the better the consistency will be.
- Once they're frozen solid, toss everything into your blender. Add your plant-based milk (coconut milk is my fave!), and that delicious vanilla extract. The amount of vanilla is totally up to you--adjust it to your liking. Start blending. It might take a minute or two to get everything going nicely, especially if your blender isn't the most powerful. You might have to stop and scrape down the sides a few times, too.
- Blend until smooth and creamy! This is where the magic happens. You're gonna have a super thick, almost frozen mixture. If it seems too thick at first, add a tablespoon of milk at a time until you get the perfect consistency. Now, you are creating ice cream perfection!
- Finally, scoop that deliciousness into an airtight container and pop it into the freezer. Let it sit for another 30 minutes to an hour to firm up a bit more. Now grab a spoon and savor your handiwork! You made this, and it is good!
📝 Notes
- Adjust the amount of vanilla extract to taste.
- For a richer flavor, use full-fat coconut milk.
- If the mixture is too thick, add more milk, one tablespoon at a time.
- If the ice cream is too icy, blend for a longer time or let it sit in the freezer for a little longer before scooping
🍎 Nutrition
Calories: 250kcal
Protein: 4g
Fat: 15g
Carbohydrates: 50g
Fiber: 5g
Calcium: 20mg
