Craving something cold and creamy without the hassle of churning? This 3-ingredient Frozen Banana & Peanut Butter Dessert delivers all the richness of ice cream in under five minutes. Just blend frozen bananas with peanut butter and a splash of milk for a silky, indulgent treat that’s naturally sweet, dairy-free, and endlessly customizable.
I always keep frozen banana slices at the ready—this dessert has saved my sweet tooth more times than I can count, and friends never believe it’s just fruit and nut butter!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Ultra-Fast Prep: From freezer to bowl in about five minutes—no freezer burn or ice-cream maker required.
- All-Natural Sweetness: Bananas provide creamy texture and sweetness; no refined sugar needed.
- Healthy Indulgence: Packed with potassium, fiber, and protein from peanut butter.
- Mix-In Magic: Stir in chocolate chips, berries, or granola for extra texture and flavor.
Equipment Needed
- High-speed blender or food processor
- Spatula
- Freezer-safe bag or container (for banana slices)
Timings & Servings
- Prep time: 3 minutes
- Blend time: 1–2 minutes
- Total time: 5 minutes
- Yields: 2 servings (about 1 cup each)
Nutritional Information (per serving)
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Fat: 9 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Protein: 4 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 75 mg
Ingredients
- 2 large ripe bananas, peeled, sliced, and frozen (about 2 cups)
- 2 tbsp creamy peanut butter (or alternative nut/seed butter)
- 2–3 tbsp milk (dairy or plant-based), as needed for blending
Instructions
- Freeze the Bananas:
- Slice bananas into ½″ rounds and freeze at least 2 hours (or use pre-frozen slices).
- Blend the Base:
- In a blender or food processor, combine frozen banana slices and peanut butter. Pulse until roughly broken up.
- Adjust Creaminess:
- With the machine running, drizzle in milk 1 tbsp at a time until the mixture reaches a soft-serve consistency (about 2–3 tbsp).
- Serve or Freeze:
- Spoon immediately into bowls for a soft-serve texture.
- For a firmer dessert, transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze 30 minutes before scooping.
Pro Tips
- Prevent Overheating: If your blender warms up the mixture, let it rest 1 minute between pulses.
- Flavor Variations: Add 1 tsp cocoa powder for a chocolate twist or swirl in berry compote right at the end.
- Batch Prep: Double the recipe and freeze in a loaf pan for easy slices of frozen dessert all week.
5-Minute Frozen Banana & Peanut Butter Dessert
Craving something cold and creamy without the hassle of churning? This 3-ingredient Frozen Banana & Peanut Butter Dessert delivers all the richness of ice cream in under five minutes. Just blend frozen bananas with peanut butter and a splash of milk for a silky, indulgent treat that’s naturally sweet, dairy-free, and endlessly customizable.
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Instructions
Freeze the Bananas:
- Slice bananas into ½″ rounds and freeze at least 2 hours (or use pre-frozen slices).
Blend the Base:
- In a blender or food processor, combine frozen banana slices and peanut butter. Pulse until roughly broken up.
Adjust Creaminess:
- With the machine running, drizzle in milk 1 tbsp at a time until the mixture reaches a soft-serve consistency (about 2–3 tbsp).
Serve or Freeze:
- Spoon immediately into bowls for a soft-serve texture.
- For a firmer dessert, transfer to a freezer-safe container and freeze 30 minutes before scooping.
Nutrition
Notes
Pro Tips
- Prevent Overheating: If your blender warms up the mixture, let it rest 1 minute between pulses.
- Flavor Variations: Add 1 tsp cocoa powder for a chocolate twist or swirl in berry compote right at the end.
- Batch Prep: Double the recipe and freeze in a loaf pan for easy slices of frozen dessert all week.
