nICE Cream

WHAT’S IN IT

  • 2 bananas

  • 1/3 -1/2 cup hemp milk

  • ¼ cup walnuts

  • 1 t vanilla extract

  • (Optional) Add Ins (raspberries, mint, dark chocolate chips etc.)

HOW TO MAKE IT

  1. Peel and cut the bananas into ½” pieces

  2. Lay on a parchment lined sheet pan and freeze for an hour

  3. Transfer to a glass container and freeze for at least 7 hours

  4. In a high-power blender or food processor mix the walnuts into a fine powder

  5. Add the rest of the ingredients and blend until smooth

  6. Remove from blender and mix in any additional ingredients

  7. Enjoy immediately or freeze until ready to eat

 

WHY IT’S HEALTHY

For starters, nICE Cream is dairy free and has no added sugar. Bananas are a great source of fiber, vitamin B6, vitamin C, manganese and potassium. Bananas are also a good source of tryptophan, an amino acid that produces serotonin, one of the “happy hormones” as well as antioxidants that help with the release of dopamine, another mood-enhancing hormone. The potassium and magnesium in bananas support heart health. Potassium helps regulate blood pressure to prevent excess strain on the heart muscle. Walnuts are a fabulous source of Omega-3 fatty acids. Omega-3s support healthy heart and brain function, help to control inflammation, and improve circulation. Walnuts are also a good source of fiber, manganese, copper and magnesium. Hemp Milk contains all essential amino acids, one of the few plant-based complete proteins. amino acids are involved in almost every biological process, from energy production to immune function and muscle growth. A cup of milk made from hemp seeds provides about 30 percent of the daily recommended value for calcium and is also a good source of riboflavin, vitamin D, vitamin B12 and magnesium.

 

 

This recipe makes 2 servings