Ice Cream Recipes with a Vitamix

Banana Ice Cream using a Vita Mix Blender

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Yield: 4 cups (960 mL)

Speed: Variable to High

Time: 30 to 60 seconds

2 (360 g) bananas, ripe 2 tablespoons sugar or other sweetener, to taste 1 cup (240 mL) skim, 1% or 2% milk 3 cups ice Place all ingredients in Vita-Mix container in order listed. Secure 2-part lid. Select VARIABLE, speed #1. Turn on machine and quickly increase speed to #10; then to HIGH. Use the tamper to press ingredients into the blades while processing. In about 30 to 60 seconds, the sound of the motor will change and four mounds should form in the mixture. Stop machine. Do not overmix or melting will occur. Serve immediately. Note: If mixture has the consistency of a milkshake, firm it up by quickly adding another cup of frozen cubes. Process until smooth.

Variation: For a non-dairy alternative, substitute soy milk for skim milk . Health Classification: Low Sodium, Low Cholesterol, Vegetarian

Meal Type: 5 Ingredients or less, Desserts/Toppings

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Blueberry Ice Cream made with a Vita-mix Blender

Yield: 3 cups (720 mL)

Processing Time: 30 to 60 seconds

Speed: Variable to High

1 cup (240 mL) skim, 1%, or 2% milk 2 cups frozen blueberries 3/4 cup sugar or other sweetener, to taste 1/2 teaspoon (3 mL) vanilla extract Place all ingredients in Vita-Mix container in order listed. Secure 2-part lid. Select VARIABLE, speed #1. Turn on machine and quickly increase speed to #10; then to HIGH. Use tamper to press ingredients into the blades while processing. In about 30 to 60 seconds, the sound of the motor will change and four mounds should form in the mixture. Stop machine. Do not overmix or melting will occur. Serve immediately. Buying and Storing Fresh Blueberries: The whitish “bloom” that gives fresh, plump blueberries a powdery appearance is a good thing! It’s a natural protective coating and should not be washed off until you’re ready to eat them. Refrigerate them right away in a covered container that’s not made of metal. Health Classification: Low Sodium, Low Cholesterol, Gluten-Free, Vegetarian, Vegan, Raw

Meal Type: 5 Ingredients or less, Desserts/Toppings

Yield: 3 cups (720 mL) Speed: Variable to High Time: 30 to 60 seconds

2 to 3 (450 g) fresh peaches ripe, pitted 1/2 teaspoon (3 mL) vanilla extract 3/4 cup sugar or other sweetener, to taste 4 cups ice cubes Place all ingredients in Vita-Mix container in order listed. Secure 2-part lid. Select VARIABLE, speed #1. Turn on machine and quickly increase speed to #10; then to HIGH. Use the tamper to press ingredients into the blades while processing. In about 30 to 60 seconds, the sound of the motor will change and four mounds should form in the mixture. Stop machine. Do not overmix or melting will occur. Serve immediately. Health Classification: Low Fat, Low Sodium, Low Cholesterol, Vegetarian Meal Type: 5 Ingredients or less, Desserts/Toppings

Yield: 3 cups (720 mL) Speed: Variable to High

Time: 30 to 60 seconds

2/3 cup 160 mL skim, 1%, or 2% milk 2/3 cup natural peanut butter 1/2 cup sugar or other sweetener, to taste 1 teaspoon (5 mL) vanilla flavoring 4 cup ice Place all ingredients in container in order listed. Secure 2-part lid. Select VARIABLE, speed #1 . Turn machine on and quickly increase speed to #10; then to HIGH . Use tamper to press ingredients into blades while processing. In about 30 to 60 seconds, the sound of the motor will change and four mounds should form in the mixture. Stop machine. Do not overmix or melting will occur. Serve immediately. Note: If mixture has the consistency of a milkshake, firm it up by quickly adding another cup of frozen cubes. Process until smooth.

For a non-dairy alternative, substitute soy milk for skim, 1%, or 2% milk . Health Classification: Vegetarian

Meal Type: 5 Ingredients or less, Desserts/Toppings

Yield: 5 cups (1.2 L)

Speed: Variable to High

Time: 30 to 60 seconds

1 cup (240 mL) skim, 1% or 2% milk 1/2 cup chocolate milk mix 1/2 cup sugar or other sweetener, to taste 1/2 cup nonfat dry milk 1 teaspoon (5 mL) vanilla 4 cups ice cubes Place all ingredients in Vita-Mix container in order listed. Secure 2-part lid. Select VARIABLE, speed #1. Turn on machine and quickly increase speed to #10; then to HIGH. Use the tamper to press ingredients into the blades while processing. In about 30 to 60 seconds, the sound of the motor will change and four mounds should form in the mixture. Stop machine. Do not overmix or melting will occur. Serve immediately. Note: If mixture has the consistency of a milkshake, firm it up by quickly adding another cup of frozen cubes. Process until smooth. Health Classification: Vegetarian

Meal Type: Desserts/Toppings