Here’s a super simple healthy dessert idea that we got from Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood – Banana Swirl Ice Cream. Check your local PBS station for this fun new show from The Fred Rogers Company (yes, THAT Mr. Rogers).
Ingredients: Ripe bananas, overripe is better.
I know most people automatically think “Oh, the bananas are turning brown I have to make banana bread.” Don’t get me wrong, I like banana bread, especially my mother-in-laws super loaded version. But, sometimes you want something a little different and a little less work (and a lot less fat).
Peel the bananas and slice into 1 – 2 ” slices and drop them in a freezer bag and put in the freezer. Or throw them in whole and slice them with a sharp knife just before preperation. When completely frozen put them in the food processor or blender and mix until smooth. It helps if you defrost a few pieces in the microwave for a few seconds (not all, just one or two), or leave on the counter for a few minutes until some of the bananas start to thaw. Put in bowls and serve. You could put sprinkles or chocolate syrup or other ice cream toppings on top. My J likes it plain.
Until next time, happy eating.
~Audrey




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This sounds super yummy! We’re going to have to give it a shot. Thanks so much for sharing!
My 4YO son had been asking about making this, and he remembered every step perfectly. STILL, I was happy to find that an adult had written it down for me
Thanks!
The funny thing is the creator of the show, Angela Santomero, posted the recipe the other day and called it Banana Smash! You can imagine how many parents, like us, knew that was wrong immediately.