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Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream

This mint chocolate chip banana ice cream makes the perfect holiday dessert—fresh, festive, and naturally green without any food coloring. It feels indulgent but isn’t heavy, thanks to the frozen bananas and whole-food ingredients. It’s creamy, refreshing, and satisfying, all while staying light enough to enjoy anytime during the holiday season.

Courses:
Servings: 4
Ingredients
  • 5 frozen ripe bananas (peel, chop, freeze overnight)
  • 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves
  • 1 handful spinach leaves (optional, for green color)
  • 1 scoop protein powder (unflavored)
  • 1 cup unsweetened soy milk (or other plant-based milks)
  • 4 tbsp dark chocolate chips (or chopped chocolate chunks)
Instructions
    Blend the base:
  1. 1
    In a high-speed blender or food processor, combine frozen bananas, mint leaves, spinach, protein powder, and soy milk. Blend until smooth and creamy.
    2. Add chocolate chips:
  2. 2
    Fold in chocolate chips gently or pulse a few times to mix them evenly.
  3. 3
    Freeze for firmness:

    Transfer to a container and freeze for 1–2 hours for a firmer texture.

    4. Serve:
  4. 4
    Scoop into bowls or cones and garnish with extra mint leaves or chocolate chips.
Note
  1. To avoid adding any sweeteners, use very ripe bananas.
  2. If not, adjust sweetness by adding a little maple syrup or agave if needed.
  3. For extra minty flavor, increase the amount of fresh mint.
  4. Spinach adds color and nutrients without overpowering the mint flavor.
Read it online: https://www.shaperecipes.com/recipe/mint-chocolate-chip-banana-ice-cream/
Lena
Food and Lifestyle Blogger

Hi, I'm Lena, a food and health blogger. I love creating meals that are both delicious and healthy. When I'm not meal planning or in the kitchen, you'll find me in the outdoors or simply in a bookstore cafe. Join me on this journey to explore wholesome recipes and make healthy eating enjoyable! 🐾🥗✨