Summer has arrived and it is definitely ice cream season. Though ice cream is delicious, it’s packed with sugar and fat — which makes hitting those health goals a little bit harder. Good news is, you don’t have to give up ice cream entirely!! Introducing “nice cream”, a healthy alternative to your favorite refreshing dessert! We are bringing you 3 “nice cream” recipes that you gotta try!
This Texas heat is a scorcher! Now, if I could eat ice cream every day, I would… but that just isn’t logical. I signed up for the Superfoods Company “Slay the Summer” June Challenge and unfortunately, ice cream is not a part of my meal plan.
In addition, I’m pretty sure I would gain 50 pounds by the end of summer if I ate ice cream for all three meals. Nobody wants that!
Good news: I’m here to tell your sweet tooth that the day is saved! Let’s turn that ice cream into “nice cream” – a healthy ice cream alternative to your favorite dessert!
Ice Cream vs. “Nice Cream” (Healthy Ice Cream)
First, let me scare you into ditching the real ice cream. Like…really quick.
Ice cream is filled with sugar and fat that will cause your blood sugar levels to spike. This will leave you feeling super sleepy right after you eat it. If you are tracking calories, 1 scoop of ice cream is about the same amount as 1 small meal — and with way less nutrients!
Of course, it’s OK to indulge every once in a while. But if your sweet tooth is calling you a more than you wish it would, “nice cream” is an awesome alternative.
“Nice cream” has actually been around for years now. It’s an ice cream alternative that is dairy-free, fiber-filled, and super easy to make!
Blueberry + Banana “Nice Cream“
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup – fresh chopped blueberries
- 1 scoop – Super Amazing Creamer
- 3 – bananas, frozen, sliced
- 2 tbsp – unsweetened coconut milk
- 1/2 tsp – ground cinnamon
- Topping ideas: Cocoa Nibs, coconut flakes, and/or chia seeds
Directions
Place frozen bananas, Super Amazing Creamer, coconut milk & cinnamon into the food processor and blend until smooth. Add in the rest of the ingredients and pulse for about 15 seconds. Pour into a bread pan and freeze for 3-4 hours. Scoop into a bowl and top with your favorite toppings!
Ingredients
- 4 – bananas, frozen, sliced
- 1 tsp – Super Amazing Coffee – instant
- 2 Tbsp – unsweetened cocoa powder
- ¼ cup – chocolate chips
- Topping Ideas: coconut flakes, almond butter, walnuts
Directions
Blend frozen bananas until smooth and creamy. Add Super Amazing Coffee and cocoa powder and blend until evenly smooth. Stir in chocolate chips. Serve immediately or in an airtight container in the freezer.
Mango Piña Colada “Nice Cream”
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup – pineapple chunks
- 1 scoop – Super Amazing Creamer
- 2 – frozen bananas
- ¼ cup – mango chunks
- ¼ cup – shredded coconut
- Topping Tips: Toasted coconut, toasted almonds, pepitas
Directions
Mix frozen bananas, pineapple chunks, mango, Super Amazing Creamer, and coconut milk until smooth. Sprinkle toasted coconut and toasted almonds over your blended mix for some added tropical flavor!
This is just the tip of the iceberg — there are so many “nice cream” recipes you can make! Always start with bananas as your base. They create the smooth and thick texture. If you can’t stand bananas, try substituting full-fat coconut milk! It adds a tropical flair to any combination.
