By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 3, 2026
Serves 2
948 cal · 90 min
Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream
Recipe GLPRe74bb08c883c53
A creamy, naturally sweet frozen dessert made from just a handful of wholesome ingredients. Frozen bananas blended to a silky consistency combine with rich peanut butter, a hint of vanilla, and warming cinnamon for a simple yet indulgent treat. No dairy, no added sugar—just pure, wholesome goodness topped with roasted peanuts for a satisfying crunch.
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Ingredients
3 large ripe bananas
3 tablespoons natural peanut butter
¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
A tiny pinch of ground cinnamon
Sea salt to taste
Roasted peanuts for topping
Directions
Peel the bananas and cut them into 1-inch chunks. Arrange the pieces on a parchment-lined plate or baking sheet and freeze until completely solid, at least 1 to 2 hours, or up to overnight.
Transfer the frozen banana chunks to a high-powered blender. Blend on high speed for several minutes, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed. The mixture will go from chunky to creamy as the friction of the blender warms the fruit slightly. You should see a thick, soft-serve-like consistency form after 3 to 5 minutes of blending.
Add the peanut butter, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of sea salt to the blended bananas. Pulse the blender on low speed just until all ingredients are evenly combined, about 10 to 15 seconds. Do not over-blend, as the mixture may begin to melt.
Divide the ice cream between two bowls and serve immediately while it still has that frozen, creamy texture. Top each portion with additional roasted peanuts and a dollop of peanut butter, if desired.
Comments
Every ingredient is in stock at any Charlotte chain—bananas, peanut butter, vanilla, cinnamon, salt, and roasted peanuts are all standard items. The cost per serving is roughly $1.50 to $2.00, driven mainly by the peanut butter and peanuts, which is very reasonable for a two-person dessert. The 90-minute timeline is honest if it includes freezing time, but the actual hands-on prep is about 5 minutes; this is a set-it-and-forget-it dish that does not demand attention. The only minor drawback is that this makes just two servings and does not reheat—it's a same-night dessert best enjoyed immediately after churning or soft-freezing.
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