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    Home » Gluten-Free Desserts » Caramel Almond Crunch Nice Cream

    Caramel Almond Crunch Nice Cream

    Published: Feb 17, 2015 · Modified: Apr 15, 2020 by Elaine · This post may contain Amazon affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. This blog generates income via ads · 12 Comments

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    The secret ingredient in this dairy-free Caramel Almond Crunch Ice Cream? Frozen bananas! Ice cream becomes "Nice cream!"

    Caramel Almond Crunch Ice Cream |www.flavourandsavour.com Banana ice cream with caramel sauce and crunchy maple cinnamon almonds. No refined sugar. Paleo.

    Dessert. It's the crowning glory to a meal. Who doesn't love something sweet after dinner? But sugar-laden, high-fat desserts can leave us feeling overfull and uncomfortable because they're not what our bodies need. Often all I really want is a tiny taste. Shot glass desserts to the rescue!

    So let's talk about this Caramel Almond Crunch Ice Cream.

    Made with wholesome ingredients and loaded with the healthy benefits of almonds, it will satisfy anyone's craving for something sweet, even mine!

    Listen to this ingredient list:  bananas, dates, almond milk, almonds, maple syrup, cinnamon . . . no dairy, no refined sugar . . . just sweet, natural goodness layered in a cute li'l glass.

    Caramel Almond Crunch Nice Cream in dessert glasses

    Almonds are a powerhouse of good nutrition. Besides being an excellent source of protein, they have heart-healthy "good fats" which may help to lower cholesterol. Incorporating almonds as a snack food into your diet can help to prevent spikes in your blood sugar.

    Not only that, they're an important source of calcium, magnesium, potassium and good old fiber, which we all need to keep our metabolism in good working order. Read more about the benefits of these wholesome little nuts at nuts.com

    Caramel Almond Crunch Nice Cream in shot glasses

    Or just get busy and make this Caramel Almond Crunch Ice Cream right now and reap the benefits instead of just reading about them! Start by preparing the topping, make the caramel sauce next, and then all you have to do before dessert time is whir some frozen bananas in your high-speed blender.

    I have the topping and the caramel sauce pre-made and tucked away in my fridge so I can whip up this healthy snack at a moment's notice instead of reaching for something sugary.Toasted almonds for Caramel Almond Crunch Ice Cream

    Make it. You won't be disappointed.

    📖 Recipe

    Caramel Almond Crunch Ice Cream |www.flavourandsavour.com Banana ice cream with caramel sauce and crunchy maple cinnamon almonds. No refined sugar. Paleo.

    Caramel Almond Crunch Ice Cream

    Frozen banana "ice cream" layered with an almond milk caramel sauce sweetened with dates and maple syrup and topped off with crunchy toasted cinnamon almonds makes this guilt-free shot glass dessert.
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: paleo, Vegan
    Prep Time: 30 minutes
    Cook Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes
    Servings: 4
    Calories: 330kcal
    Author: Elaine
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    Ingredients

    • 4 medium very ripe bananas

    Caramel Sauce

    • ½ cup Medjool pitted dates, about 6 dates
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • ½ teaspoon sea salt
    • ½ cup almond milk
    • ¼ cup pure maple syrup

    Topping

    • ½ cup raw almonds, coarsely chopped
    • 2 teaspoon pure maple syrup
    • ½ teaspoon cinnamon
    • ¼ teaspoon sea salt

    Instructions

    • Peel and slice bananas. Spread out in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until very firm, at least 6 hours or preferably overnight.
    • First, prepare the crunchy almond topping. Preheat oven to 325F. Toss the chopped almonds with maple syrup, cinnamon and sea salt in a small bowl. Spread out on a lined baking sheet and toast until caramelized, about 10 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside to cool.
    • Next, prepare the caramel sauce. Put the dates in a food processor and pulse until chopped. With machine running, add the vanilla and sea salt. Pour in the almond milk and maple syrup and process until smooth. Transfer to a jar and refrigerate.
    • Just before serving, blend the frozen banana slices in a high-speed blender, just until they are smooth and creamy. Be careful not to over process, as the friction from the blender will melt the ice cream.
    • Layer the banana ice, caramel sauce and crunchy cinnamon almonds in shot glass or parfait glasses and serve immediately.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 330kcal | Carbohydrates: 61g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 9g | Sodium: 480mg | Potassium: 721mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 41g | Vitamin A: 105IU | Vitamin C: 10.2mg | Calcium: 131mg | Iron: 1.1mg
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    Nutrition Facts
    Caramel Almond Crunch Ice Cream
    Amount Per Serving
    Calories 330 Calories from Fat 81
    % Daily Value*
    Fat 9g14%
    Sodium 480mg21%
    Potassium 721mg21%
    Carbohydrates 61g20%
    Fiber 6g25%
    Sugar 41g46%
    Protein 5g10%
    Vitamin A 105IU2%
    Vitamin C 10.2mg12%
    Calcium 131mg13%
    Iron 1.1mg6%
    * Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

    This post was inspired by a recipe I discovered on Swoonfood.com I've adapted it slightly.

    I've had several people ask me about the little shot glass dessert dishes on my blog. You can purchase similar ones here:

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    Comments

    1. Kat

      October 30, 2015 at 2:16 am

      5 stars
      Hi this was absolutely divine! I reduced the maple syrup because I didnt have enough. My kids loved it and they normally eat only shop bought dairy ice cream. Lately I decided to not buy dairy ice cream because it's all rubbish and the kids said this new ice cream is better than shop bought! Thank you so much 🙂

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        October 30, 2015 at 6:22 am

        Hi Kat,
        Thanks for letting me know how much you and your kids liked this! Now you have one more recipe for eating "clean!" I love this one because it is so easy and I can whip it up for a last-minute treat. Happy cooking!

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        • Patti

          August 26, 2017 at 11:26 am

          Hi Elaine,
          I can't wait to make this. My mouth is watering lol. Is there anything I can replace the dates with as I'm out of them and I want to make it now please.
          Thanks for all the great recipes.

        • Flavour & Savour

          August 26, 2017 at 12:29 pm

          HI Patti,
          Sorry--this homemade "caramel sauce" really relies on dates for sweetness and texture. I don't think there is a good substitute in this case.

        • Patti

          August 28, 2017 at 1:44 pm

          Thanks. Elaine,
          I bought some dates. I'm making this today can't wait. Mouth is watering just thinking about it.
          Your recipes are great.
          Thanks so much

        • Patti

          August 29, 2017 at 6:59 am

          5 stars
          Hi Elaine,
          I have one more question. Is the Carmel sauce supposed to be thick or thin.? Mine came out this kind of runny. I may have used a little to much milk. I did messier it in a liquid measure cup. I also could not get the medjool dates so I used sun sweet pitted dates.
          Thanks

        • Flavour & Savour

          August 29, 2017 at 8:35 am

          Thick or thin, it will still taste good! It sounds like you've done everything right 🙂

    2. Andrea

      February 20, 2015 at 9:04 pm

      5 stars
      I just added coconut whipped cream to this goodness. Yuuuummmm!

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        February 20, 2015 at 9:07 pm

        Caramel . . . nuts . . . ice cream . . . and now coconut whipped cream. Sigh. Life is good when there is dessert.

        Reply
    3. Jackie

      February 20, 2015 at 10:45 am

      I was thinking of making a pie for dessert. Then, I saw your entry and once I realized I had all of the ingredients, I was on it. Why ever buy ice cream again? I could not tell the difference between bought ice cream and the frozen bananas. It was incredible. Dear friend, blog on.....

      Reply
    4. Jackie

      February 19, 2015 at 7:57 pm

      5 stars
      It was so easy to make and absolutely delicious. I did not have to freeze the banana slices for more than an hour or two and it made up incredible ice cream. Thank you!!

      Reply
      • Flavour & Savour

        February 19, 2015 at 8:08 pm

        Wow! You're quick! Isn't it good??

        Reply

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