Banana Nice Cream has become my latest obsession because it is easy to make, completely guilt-free, and tastes unbelievably amazing. It is so good that I have gotten into the habit of keeping bananas in the freezer at all times. Is there anything better than ice cream that is acceptable to eat for breakfast? Not in my book! This recipe has a base of frozen banana and is swirled with peanut butter in every bite.

Banana Nice Cream Recipe Breakdown

As I mentioned above, this Banana Nice Cream is extremely simple and almost too easy to make (and to eat), but let’s break it down.

What you’ll need:

1. Frozen banana

2. Peanut butter

3. Dairy free milk

4. A blender or food processor

Method:

Blend all ingredients together in a blender until smooth and creamy and enjoy! Yes, it is really that simple.

Feel free to let loose and add any additional toppings or flavors that you might like. I always opt for mini chocolate chips or a touch of cocoa powder if I want a chocolate ice cream base.

If you love the combination of banana and peanut butter, be sure to check out my Healthy Banana Oat Cookie recipe for another guilt free treat!

Enjoy!

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Banana Nice Cream

Course Dessert, Snack

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Servings 1

Ingredients

• 2 overripe bananas sliced
• 1-2 tablespoons of peanut butter
• 1-2 tablespoons of nondairy milk ex: almond milk or soy milk
• Optional: chocolate chips

Instructions

• Place banana slices in a ziplock bag and place in freezer until frozen (about 3 hours).
• Remove frozen bananas from freezer and place in a high powered blender or food processor along with nondairy milk and blend until completely smooth (if your ice cream is not reaching a smooth consistency, try adding a little more milk).
• Serve immediately with optional chocolate chips or any other desired toppings.

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These Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola Bars will bring you right back to your childhood. We are definitely big peanut butter lovers in my household and my little brother has been asking me to create a peanut butter granola bar recipe as long as I can remember, and I finally have the perfect recipe for him and all of you.

Granola bars are one of my favorite healthy snacks, but the processed bars are usually hiding unwanted and unhealthy ingredients. Sometimes they even have as much sugar as a candy bar (yikes!), but I am happy to say that these homemade bars are made with nutritious and wholesome ingredients you can feel good about.

Why this recipe works

These granola bars require no time in the oven. All you have to do is combine the ingredients, press the mixture firmly into a pan, and pop in the freezer to set! Once they have set for about an hour, you can remove and slice each bar into whatever size you desire. Not baking these bars help to add to their chewiness, as well as make this recipe SO easy! These bars make the perfect summertime treat because you don’t need to turn on the oven.

Note: it is better to store these bars in the fridge or freezer after slicing to make sure that the peanut butter does not melt.

The addition of adding shredded coconut to this recipe also helps to make these bars extra chewy and flavorful. I prefer to use slightly sweetened coconut because it is often softer than unsweetened varieties. The honey and peanut butter work together to create a wonderful texture and salty and sweet flavor profile. If you love granola bars, chocolate, and peanut butter – you will adore these healthy treats! Be sure to check out these recipes for more: Healthy Peanut Butter Cookies and Vegan Peanut Butter Swirl Brownies

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Chewy Peanut Butter Granola Bars

These granola bars are chewy and filled with peanut butter flavor. This recipe only requires 6 simple ingredients and no time in the oven, which makes them the ultimate snack!

Prep Time 5 minutes minutes

Cook Time 1 hour hour

Ingredients

• ½ cup all natural peanut butter 
• ¼ cup honey
• 1 tablespoon softened/melted coconut oil
• 1 ¾ cups old fashioned oats
• 3 tablespoons shredded coconut (I prefer sweetened)
• 3-4 tablespoons mini chocolate chips (vegan if desired)

Instructions

• Line an 8×8 pan with one sheet of parchment paper.
• Combine the first 4 ingredients in a bowl and stir until well combined.
• Add the rest of the ingredients and stir until well combined. 
• Pour all ingredients into lined baking pan and spread evenly. Use the bottom of a cup or another flat surface to firmly press down mixture until it is firmly packed. 
• Place pan into the freezer to set for 1-2 hours. Remove from freezer, remove the granola bars from the pan by lifting up the parchment paper and cut or slice into desired sizes. 
  Store granola bars in a container in fridge or freezer.

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There is nothing better than fresh, warm, homemade granola. This is one of the first recipes I ever wrote, and it has become one of my favorite recipes of all time. I have eaten this granola almost every single day for the last 5 years; and I don’t plan on stopping anytime soon! Everyone who tries this granola is always begging me for the recipe. My friends and family grew to love it so much that I started to package it and give it away as gifts around the holidays!

My favorite thing about this recipe is that it is easy to make and made with wholesome ingredients. The truth is that most store-bought granolas are filled with unhealthy fats, refined sugars, and a long list of other processed ingredients (not to mention it can be so expensive). I was determined to make one of my favorite snacks truly healthy and delicious. The warm hints cinnamon combined with the delicate sweetness from honey creates a truly special flavor combination that you will crave over and over again.

As if you need any more reason to try this granola recipe, it is so versatile. Feel free to substitute your favorite nuts, seeds or dried fruits and unleash your creativity! Be sure to check out these Peanut Butter Granola Bars for another healthy breakfast option!

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The BEST Granola

This healthy and delicious granola will be your new favorite recipe. It is filled with good-for-you ingredients, naturally sweetened, and is so easy to make.

Course Breakfast, Snack

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes minutes

Servings 4

Ingredients

• 2 1/4 cups old fashioned rolled oats (use gluten-free oats for gluten free granola)
• 3/4 cups chopped or sliced almonds and/or pecans (I like to use 1/2 cup of almonds and 1/4 cup of pecans)
• 1/4 – 1/3 cup raisins
• 3 tablespoons sunflower seeds
• 3 tablespoons pepitas
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil (canola oil can also be used to replace the coconut oil)
• 4-5 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
• a pinch (⅛ teaspoon) salt
• 1 ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 315 degrees.
• Stir the first 5 dry ingredients in a medium bowl until well combined. 
• Add the wet ingredients along with cinnamon and salt. Stir until well incorporated and all ingredients are evenly coated (you may add extra honey or maple syrup if mixture seems too dry).
• Evenly spread granola onto a nonstick baking sheet and bake for about 20 minutes in preheated oven until light golden brown.
• Allow granola to cool on baking sheet for 10 minutes before serving. Eat warm, in a bowl with milk, with yogurt or however you desire! Enjoy!

Storing method

• Place granola into a large ziplock bag or container and store in freezer for optimum freshness.

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