Orange and banana ice cream is a delicious preparation that combines the freshness and sweet flavor of these tropical fruits in a perfect dessert to enjoy on hot days. This recipe has its roots in Latin American home cooking, where the use of fresh fruits to make ice creams and desserts is very common. In countries like Mexico, homemade ice creams with tropical fruits are often prepared under similar names, although ingredient variations may change by region. In Venezuela and Colombia, for example, this type of ice cream may be known simply as “fruit nevado” or “natural fruit ice cream”, while in other places like Argentina it is preferred to call it “artisanal orange and banana ice cream”. The combination of orange and banana is appreciated because it offers a perfect balance between natural acidity and sweetness, in addition to being a healthy and refreshing option for the whole family.
Orange and banana ice cream
How to Make Orange and Banana Ice Cream
To begin the ice cream, peel and mash the bananas until you get a smooth consistency.
Then, combine the mashed banana with fresh lemon juice, a pinch of salt, sugar to taste, and fresh orange juice to give it a citrus touch and balance the flavors.
Add powdered sugar to the whipping cream, previously slightly whipped, making sure to get a creamy and airy mixture.
Add the whipped cream to the banana and fruit mixture, mixing gently to combine all the ingredients.
Finally, whisk the mixture until well combined and place it in the freezer until firm and ready to enjoy.
Ingredients (7)
- Bananas
- Fresh Lemon Juice
- Salt
- Sugar
- Fresh Orange Juice
- Powdered Sugar
- Whipping Cream
Instructions (8 steps)
- 1 Peel and mash the bananas
- 2 Combine with lemon juice
- 3 salt
- 4 sugar
- 5 and fresh orange juice
- 6 Incorporate powdered sugar into the lightly whipped cream
- 7 Add to the banana mixture
- 8 Whip and freeze
Nutritional Information
Calories:
729 kcal
Protein:
0g
Carbohydrates:
138g
Fat:
68g
Azúcar:
0g
Sodio:
9mg