Chocolate-Cherry Ice Dream

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
26%
Chocolate-Cherry Ice Dream
6 min.
2
208kcal

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Indulge in a delightful treat that’s both refreshing and guilt-free with our Chocolate-Cherry Ice Dream! This scrumptious dessert is perfect for those who are looking for a gluten-free and dairy-free option without compromising on flavor. In just six minutes, you can whip up a creamy, dreamy concoction that will satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you feeling energized.

The star of this recipe is the combination of frozen bananas and cherries, which creates a luscious base that’s naturally sweet and packed with nutrients. The addition of unsweetened cocoa or cacao powder gives it a rich chocolatey flavor, while the ground chia seeds add a delightful crunch and a boost of omega-3 fatty acids. For those who want to sneak in some greens, the optional raw spinach leaves blend seamlessly into the mix, providing an extra dose of vitamins without altering the taste.

Whether you’re enjoying it as a side dish or a refreshing dessert, this Chocolate-Cherry Ice Dream is a versatile treat that can be customized to your liking. Sweeten it to your preference with a touch of stevia or your favorite sweetener, and serve it up in style with colorful drinking straws. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this quick and easy recipe that’s sure to become a favorite in your household!

Ingredients

  •  banana frozen cut into several pieces
  • tablespoon cocoa powder unsweetened
  • cups cherries unsweetened frozen pitted
  • tablespoon chia seeds 
  • 0.5 cup non-dairy milk 
  • cups pkt spinach raw loosely packed
  • servings artificial sweetener to taste (I used a little stevia)

Equipment

  • food processor
  • blender
  • drinking straws

Directions

  1. Place ingredients into high-speed blender in the order listed (a food processor may work if you omit the spinach). Begin blending on low and gradually increase the speed until you’re on the highest setting. If your blender has a tamper, use it to push the fruit into the blades. (This will be loud, so don’t worry if it sounds like a jackhammer fighting with a chain saw.) Blend until smooth but don’t over-blend or the friction will melt your Ice Dream. If that happens, call it a smoothie and use a straw.

Nutrition Facts

Calories208kcal
Protein10.53%
Fat15.14%
Carbs74.33%

Properties

Glycemic Index
71.1
Glycemic Load
11.49
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
22.659130552541%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
41.69mg
Pelargonidin
0.37mg
Peonidin
2.07mg
Catechin
11.24mg
Epigallocatechin
0.47mg
Epicatechin
11.82mg
Epicatechin 3-gallate
0.07mg
Luteolin
0.22mg
Isorhamnetin
0.07mg
Kaempferol
2.31mg
Myricetin
0.18mg
Quercetin
4.64mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:207.76kcal
10.39%
Fat:3.95g
6.07%
Saturated Fat:0.66g
4.13%
Carbohydrates:43.63g
14.54%
Net Carbohydrates:34.56g
12.57%
Sugar:26.77g
29.75%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:55.28mg
2.4%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Caffeine:5.75mg
1.92%
Protein:6.18g
12.36%
Vitamin K:148.16µg
141.1%
Vitamin A:3174.29IU
63.49%
Manganese:0.78mg
39.22%
Vitamin C:27.57mg
33.41%
Fiber:8.32g
33.27%
Folate:98.14µg
24.53%
Vitamin B6:0.48mg
24.15%
Potassium:830.59mg
23.73%
Magnesium:87.39mg
21.85%
Copper:0.39mg
19.53%
Calcium:174.25mg
17.42%
Vitamin B3:3.35mg
16.74%
Vitamin B2:0.28mg
16.41%
Vitamin E:2.28mg
15.23%
Iron:2.56mg
14.24%
Phosphorus:126.61mg
12.66%
Vitamin B12:0.64µg
10.62%
Vitamin B1:0.15mg
10.31%
Selenium:5.92µg
8.45%
Zinc:0.93mg
6.2%
Vitamin B5:0.5mg
4.98%
Vitamin D:0.71µg
4.72%