Chunky Monkey Protein Ice Cream
Ingredients:
2 ripe bananas, sliced and frozen
1 scoop chocolate protein powder
2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
1/4 cup chopped walnuts
1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions:
Prepare Bananas: Peel the ripe bananas, slice them, and place the slices in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Put the baking sheet in the freezer and freeze the banana slices until firm, about 2 hours or overnight.
Blend Ingredients: Once the banana slices are frozen, transfer them to a blender or food processor. Add the plain Greek yogurt, chocolate protein powder, and unsweetened cocoa powder to the blender.
Blend Until Smooth: Blend all the ingredients together until smooth and creamy. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the blender or food processor a few times to ensure everything is well combined.
Add Toppings: Once the mixture is smooth, add in the chopped walnuts and dark chocolate chips if desired. Pulse the blender a few times to mix in the toppings evenly.
Serve or Freeze: You can serve the Chunky Monkey Protein Ice Cream immediately for a soft-serve consistency, or transfer it to a container and freeze it for about 1-2 hours for a firmer texture.
Enjoy: Scoop the ice cream into bowls or cones and enjoy your homemade Chunky Monkey Protein Ice Cream guilt-free!