Banana Ice Cream Sundae

A banana split you won't feel guilty about eating! This sundae has a base of banana ice cream and topped with hard-shell dark chocolate. This recipe yields around four one-cup servings and the process is simple but does require some freeze time which needs to be planned for in advance. For those who enjoy a cool dessert on a muggy night this is sure to please the palate.

Not only is this sundae great for a summer night, but it is actually quite healthy and filling. By including a peanut butter spread, a banana and fruits you're actually looking at a sustainable snack instead of just a simply delicious dessert! You're looking at most all of the sugars coming from natural sources in addition to this recipe being gluten-free and vegan!

Ingredients:

5 Yellow bananas
1/2 Cup of Earth Balance Coconut and Peanut Spread


Directions:

1. Peel and slice bananas to place in your blender
2. Whip until smooth
3. Add coconut and peanut spread and whip until smooth
4. Place in freezer-safe container and freeze several hours or overnight

Enjoy!


Servings: 4
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 179  |  Fat: 4.5 g  |  Sodium: 25 mg  |  Carbs: 35.5 g  |  Fiber: 4.3 g  |  Sugar: 18.6 g  |  Protein: 3.1 g

This recipe yields two servings.

Additional calories:
--> With chocolate sauce: 137
--> With strawberries: 1/4 cup = 12 calories
--> With blueberries: 1/4 cup = 21 calories


Below is a comparison of an original banana split versus my homemade banana ice cream sundae.

Hope you enjoy the healthy banana ice cream sundae!

Avoid Beach Bloat

For those who are lucky enough to be on the beach or near water on Memorial Day Weekend, such as myself, can definitely benefit from avoiding the bloat!

It might seem common sense to avoid things like a large glass of milk or a big donut before sliding your toes in the sand, but did you know you should also avoid, one of my favorite foods, kale?

Well, if you'd like to see some more foods you should avoid before the beach check out Fit Sugar's article.