15+ Vegan Nice Cream Recipes to Beat the Heat (2024)

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Nice Cream is healthy, vegan ice cream made with a base of frozen bananas only. In this post, I’m sharing my favorite nice cream recipes for the summer! It’s the most delicious way to beat the heat!

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When it comes to ice cream, are you team fruity, nutty, or chocolatey? In any case, I’ve got you covered! Below you’ll find my favorite vegan nice cream varieties including peanut butter nice cream with strawberry swirls (tastes like PBJ!), Chocolate Banana Nice Cream, Raspberry Nice Cream, and many more!

Table of Contents

  • What is Nice Cream? How to make it?
  • The Base Recipe
  • Nice Cream Recipes
  • Nice Cream Shakes

What is Nice Cream? How to make it?

If you’ve never made nice cream before: Prepare to have your mind blown. Nice Cream is truly magic!

You only need frozen bananas. It’s best if they’re chopped, then frozen. Then put them in a food processor (or blender) and pulse until creamy! This may take a few minutes, but scrape down the edges, and don’t give up.

You’ll be rewarded with the

  • healthiest,
  • most natural,
  • vegan,
  • gluten-free,
  • refined sugar-free ice cream EVER.

It’s so NICE. No wonder it’s called Nice Cream!

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The Base Recipe

1-2 bananas per serving make a good amount! If you want to see step-by-step photos of how to make nice cream, check out this post!

Nice Cream Recipes

Vegan Blueberry Ice Cream

You'll only need 2 ingredients for this vegan Blueberry Ice Cream. No churning and no ice cream machine needed. Say hello to your favorite new summer treat!

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Salted Caramel Swirl Nice Cream

This Salted Caramel Swirl Nice Cream is so much healthier than you would expect! The ice cream is made out of frozen bananas and you'll only need 4 ingredients for the Salted Caramel Sauce!

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Vegan Coffee Nice Cream

If you want something sweet, but also energizing, then this Coffee Nice Cream is perfect for you! And it's so healthy, you can even have it for breakfast.

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2-Ingredient Raspberry Nice Cream

This 2-Ingredient Raspberry Nice Cream is the perfect treat for the summer! It’s vegan, gluten-free and sweetened with fruits. And the best part? You don’t need an ice cream machine!

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Peanut Butter Nice Cream with Magic Chocolate Shell

This Salted Peanut Butter Nice Cream topped with Magic Chocolate Shell and Chocolate Granola is a dream come true! I’ll gladly skip any breakfast/lunch/dinner for this treat!

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Vegan Peanut Butter Ice Cream with Strawberry Swirls

This vegan Peanut Butter Ice Cream with Strawberry Swirls is the perfect creamy treat for the summer. You’ll only need 6 ingredients to make it and it’s a no-churn ice cream!

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Cherry Nice Cream with Chocolate Chunks

With only 3 ingredients, you can make the most delicious no-churn Cherry Ice Cream with chocolate chunks ever. It’s the perfect treat for the summer!

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Vegan Banana Stracciatella Ice Cream

You'll only need 3 ingredients and NO ice cream machine for this amazing vegan Banana Stracciatella Ice Cream!

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2-Ingredient Chocolate Banana Ice Cream

The perfect treat for hot summer days: 2-Ingredient Chocolate Banana Ice Cream. It’s vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar-free. No ice cream machine needed & ready in 5 minutes!

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Vegan Watermelon Ice Cream

This 2-Ingredient Watermelon Ice Cream is a refreshing treat for the summer! No ice cream machine needed!

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Vegan Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream

Vegan Strawberry Shortcake Ice Cream – made with only 3 ingredients and no ice cream machine needed! It's the perfect treat for hot summer days.

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Cherry Nice Cream with Chocolate Chunks

With only 3 ingredients, you can make the most delicious no-churn Cherry Ice Cream with chocolate chunks ever. It’s the perfect treat for the summer!

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Vegan 2 Ingredient Cantaloupe Ice Cream

Vegan 2 Ingredient Cantaloupe Ice Cream – made without an ice cream machine. You’ll only need a food processor for this delicious treat!

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Vegan Mango Ice Cream

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You'll only need 2 ingredients for this vegan Mango Ice Cream. No churning and no ice cream machine needed. The perfect fruity, healthy treat for the summer!

Kiwi Banana Ice Cream

A vegan Kiwi Banana Ice Cream – made without an ice cream machine. You’ll only need a food processor for this delicious treat!

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Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream

Frozen bananas are the perfect base for the easiest, creamiest and healthiest ice cream. For this Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream, you’ll only need 3 ingredients and a food processor (or blender). No churning and ready in 5 minutes!

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Nice Cream Shakes

Strawberry Nice Cream Shake (vegan, gluten-free, refined sugar-free)

Recipe for a vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar-free Strawberry Nice Cream Shake. Done in 5 minutes and only needs 3 ingredients!

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Vegan Salted Chocolate Peanut Butter Shake

This Salted Chocolate Peanut Butter Shake is so good, it should be forbidden. You only need 5 ingredients, a blender, and 5 minutes. This is the perfect treat for hot summer days!

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Coffee Nice Cream Shake

This vegan Coffee Nice Cream Shake is a refreshing and energizing treat for hot summer days. Only 3 ingredients!

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Vegan Chocolate Milkshake

This is a much healthier and completely plant-based version of your favorite Chocolate Milkshake! It’s topped with soy whip, homemade chocolate sauce and shaved chocolate. The perfect treat for hot summer days! Ready in 5 minutes!

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15+ Vegan Nice Cream Recipes to Beat the Heat (2024)

FAQs

What is nice cream made of? ›

The term “nice cream” was originally coined to describe the soft serve–like confection made by blending chunks of frozen bananas, and the dense, sweet fruits remain the best for obtaining a custard-like consistency. 1) Freeze whole, peeled, ripe bananas until firm. The riper the bananas, the sweeter the nice cream.

What to cook for my vegan girlfriend? ›

Vegan meal for two recipes
  • Sticky noodles with homemade hoisin. ...
  • Pearled spelt salad with peas & gooseberries. ...
  • Grilled Mediterranean veg with bean mash. ...
  • Miso aubergine. ...
  • Marinated tofu. ...
  • Roasted cauli-broc bowl with tahini hummus. ...
  • Veggie noodles with sesame dressing. ...
  • Pumpkin, spinach & black bean dopiaza.

What's the difference between cream and nice cream? ›

Nice cream is a plant-based, dairy-free alternative to traditional ice-cream. Most popularly, it's made using frozen bananas that are blended using a blender or food processor until a texture forms that resembles ice cream.

How healthy is nice cream? ›

Is nice cream healthy? Yes! Nice cream is made with just bananas and other wholesome ingredients like fruit, nuts, and spices. There is no added sugar or dairy, so it's a great option for those who are looking for a healthier treat.

What are the most filling vegan foods? ›

Healthful foods that are high in protein, fiber, or both tend to be filling. Rich sources of protein for vegans include foods such as soybeans, pulses, and some nuts and seeds. Oats, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes, and fruit are all good sources of fiber.

What do picky vegans eat? ›

36 Easy Vegan Dinner Ideas That Even Picky Eaters Will Love
  • 01 of 36. Spiced Rice With Crispy Chickpeas. ...
  • 02 of 36. Fish-Free Ceviche. ...
  • 03 of 36. Slow Cooker Black Bean Posole. ...
  • 04 of 36. Tofu Asada With Caramelized Onion Refried Beans. ...
  • 05 of 36. Vegetarian BLT With Shiitake Bacon. ...
  • 06 of 36. Chickpea Salad Sandwich. ...
  • 07 of 36. ...
  • 08 of 36.
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How to make my boyfriend vegan? ›

How do I get my partner to go vegan?
  1. Lead by example. The more they see you thriving and enjoying your food, the more they may want to try it too.
  2. Watch a documentary or two. Game changers is really popular for people who are into sports and bodybuilding. ...
  3. Prepare delicious meals. Good food is good food.
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Can you eat nice cream for breakfast? ›

Nice cream is a pretty standard dessert, but it also makes a killer breakfast too. And since it's just banana (and sometimes other fruit), it's actually as healthy as most other breakfast options.

Can I make nice cream in a food processor? ›

Banana ice cream, also referred to as “nice cream,” is a super simple, plant-based version of ice cream made with a base of just 1 ingredient: bananas! It's typically made in either a blender or food processor depending on the equipment available and your priorities (total time, hands-on time, quantity, etc.).

What blender is best for Nicecream? ›

Prepare Nicecream in a high-speed blender

While you can use the Vitamix TNC 5200 or the Vitamix E310 to make small amounts of ice cream starting at 400 ml, the Vitamix Pro 750, for example, requires 800 ml.

How do you thicken nice cream? ›

How can you thicken nice cream?
  1. Freeze your bananas for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  2. Keep additional liquids, like milk, to a minimum.
  3. Use higher fat dairy alternatives like coconut cream or cacao butter.
  4. Avoid using watery fruits.
  5. Be careful not to over-blend your ingredients.

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