Am I obsessed with cookie dough? Yes, yes I am. That’s why discovering a more balanced form to curb the craving has been a total game-changer! Not only that, but how would you like to have ice cream for breakfast??????
I mean, if you didn’t say yes than what are you doing with your life? Now I realize that the this isn’t all that new of an idea. A few scrolls through social media will give you about a bazillion visually inspiring versions. But just in case you’ve never heard of nice cream before I’m here to share.
Ok, key points and tips for making this. Number one, make sure to have your bananas frozen ahead because then you’re ready to go whenever you need them. Number two, start small with adding the milk to blend so you can get the thickest nice cream ever. And last but not least, don’t forget the toppings.
You guys know all about my obsession for berries so obvs I had to add some to mine. Then I made some homemade cookie dough to put on top and drizzled on some peanut butter (technically pb2+water). Lastly I added some flowers for the pic, no I didn’t eat them, and there you have it. Perfection in a bowl!
It’s Summer now and it seems like everyone is extra health conscious right now so that’s an added bonus about this recipe is that it’s perfect for treating yourself with something more balanced.
One last note is that this is best served freshly made. However, if you want to make it ahead or you have leftovers that you need to save for later you can do that too. I actually thought it would become a rock hard mass but it surprised me how it saved. Of course, if you’re freezer is very cold it may be different for you. In either case, you can still freeze it for late. If you do find that it’s gotten really hard, simply let it thaw out. Then, if it’s still too icy, throw it back in the blender and pulse it smooth.
Chocolate Cookie Dough Nice Cream
Prep Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Yield: 4 - 6 servings
If it sounds too good to be true, is it? Not today, this chocolate "nice cream" is made with just a few healthy ingredients. Who wants ice cream for breakfast?
Ingredients
Cookie Dough:
2/3 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
1/3 cup raw cashews
1/3 cup pitted dates
1/8 teaspoon salt (optional)
2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract (optional)
1/4 mini chocolate chips or finely chopped dark chocolate (check brands to make sure that it fits your dietary restrictions if necessary)[optional]
Nice Cream:
5 - 6 very ripe bananas, frozen
1/4 - 1/3 cup almond milk
1/4 cup cocoa powder
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
Combine the oats, cashews, date, and if using, salt and vanilla in a food processor or blender (a small one works best) and pulse together until as smooth as you'd like. I left mine a bit gritty for texture but if you'd rather, you should probably be able to get it completely pureed. Pour in chocolate chips and pulse just to combine.
Now scrape the "dough" out onto a plate or cutting board and press it into a rectangular slab. Use a sharp knife to chop it into small cubes then place them in an air-tight container and freeze for at least 30 minutes. (Alternatively, if you want perfectly round balls, you can take the time to roll it by hand but the other method is faster.)
Now, using the same processor (Yay, less dishes!) add your bananas, cocoa, vanilla, and about 3 tablespoons of almond milk. Process until it starts to become smooth and add a bit more almond milk as needed until it has an ice cream like consistency. Stir in cookie dough balls and serve as soon as possible topped with whatever other toppings you'd like!
Notes
This recipe is best served fresh but for storing this, I've found that it freezes pretty well. Although, because of the low fat content it does get a bit icy so let it thaw for a few minutes and use a fork to scoop it out.
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Looks so beautiful! I believe that it is very tasty
@ligit Thanks!
Never heard of nice cream before, and if I weren't allergic to bananas I would totally be down to try it. Thanks for the good work! Maybe one day I will have to live on the wild side and eat some anyway.
@bscrypto Thanks!
@bscrypto bummer on being allergic to bananas, sorry to hear that.
Well done, nice meal .. looks delicious
Great post from you
Thanks for sharing the recipe..
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@slimanepro My pleasure!
@slimanepro thanks so much for commenting
That looks amazing but still healthy.Can't wait to try it!
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@kidbaker I do hope you give it a try
Wonderful pics!
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tasty and yummmyyyy! what a desert @gringalicious. you amaze me very time with such quality things. i mean look at the composition. just wonderful. cookies , strawberries and chocolate. brilliant presentaion and photoshoot.
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Wow! I could eat this everyday lol, great photos ;)
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wow so beautiful chocolatestrobarry so nice and great photography, and tasty food
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OMG
My palate and my mind exploded, it looks delicious
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hahaha, it was sweet
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This looks amazing!
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I would totally eat the flowers! It looks that good!!
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Gorgeous food photography as always!!
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amazing sweet food , great job !
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@bxt you're so sweet, thanks so much
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Uuuh chocolate cookies are my favorites, making in this way must be my end of diet. But what a good look!
A true ender of diets.
@paparodin actually, it's very healthy
It is? How am I supposed to feel guilty while eating then?! That's half the charme!
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yes, yes,yes!!!
ice cream on breakfast!!! every day:)
@finevector I like the plan
Amazingly decorated, food look like artificial flower vase. I wish to taste it.
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I like much chocolate cookies, nice recipe..1
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i am hungariiiii delicious look healthy food
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This looks absolutely amazing, thank you for sharing the recipe.
@saviib thanks so much for commenting
Looks and sound irresistible. Terrific combination of my favorite foods.
@trendygran that's great, thanks so much for taking the time to comment
@gringalicious it looks so delicious. It looks like milky lava. I will definitely try it at home on weekends. Thanks for this delicious post.
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@photoexpo I hope it works for you
Uummmaaa chocolate cookies are my favorites,This looks absolutely amazing
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Oh! It opened my appetite. I want one like that :9
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I’m SO obsessed with this. You are a superstar with your recipes holy crap girl!!! 😍😍😍
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@therawfoodie you're super sweet, thanks so much!
stop! can't resist =)
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i hope i can do one like this and try it its look good :)
@maad666 I hope so too
@maad666 I think you'll love it!
Wow! I definitely want 'nice cream' for breakfast, lunch AND dinner! Looks and sounds amaZING! I also love berries - raspberries are a favourite! Looks like a delicious combo you have there! Thanks for sharing, and for making me hungry lol! 😀
@letsgetquirky I'm so glad you like it!
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Okay this looks absolutely incredible!!! :) I might have to try it out some time! :)
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@gringalicious Looks Mouthwatering. Thanks for the recipe. Will surely try on this Sunday at home.
@josh92 So glad you like it!
@josh92 I hope it works for you
Wow! Great idea! 😍
Should I soak cashew and dates?
@monika-homa I didn't soak them, but it can make them easier to blend.
If you want to soften the cashews, sure but otherwise no. Thanks so much for the great question
@monika-homa no need to soak, but great question.
I have go through your post and i am impressed for the amazing content/pictures you have used. Keep up the good work.
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This looks very chocolatey and tasty so nice to learn about this from your blog :)
@blazing always so sweet and supportive, thanks so much
@blazing I'm so glad you like it!
YUM! I am a big cookie dough fan... will definitely need to give this healthier version a try! Oh, and I'm definitely going to be doing some nicecream this summer, in place of some of those high-sugar technicolor frozen treats. 😉Pretty sure I won't hear too many complaints. lol
The flowers look beautiful, and really make the bowl pop! Too bad you didn't have any edible flowers to add... according to my neighbor, our garden is teeming with several different kinds. I should grab photos of them!
@offbeatbroad 👍😀
@offbeatbroad you should totally grab photos of those edible flowers
@gringalicious I will definitely have to do that! I'll grab photos around the garden and make a post about them soon. 😊
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this ism making me hungry. The first thing I thought was 'wow that bowl is huge.' Surprisingly, this doesn't seem very difficult to make.I don't have a blender or a food processor but I think can get most of the ingredients from the grocery store. I know what I'm eating tomorrow morning.
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It's awsome
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I don't how dish taste but your presentation is top notch and specially the garnishing with flowers make this dish more colour and delicious. Which flower are these
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OMG, I'm so obsessed with your posts @gringalicious, love the recipes because I have such a sweet tooth and I usually do the same when I make dessert- try to keep it on the healthy side because I totally will end up eating at least half of what I made in one sitting! Really cool recipes and like that you plucked up the courage to do videos- Im still too nervous as I hate seeing myself on video! Really good job :-)
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wow so wonderful chocolate strawberry so pleasant and awesome photography, and delectable sustenance.
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