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Ingredients

  • 3 ripe bananas, coarsely chopped, or more to taste
  • 3/4 cup water
  • 3/4 cup white sugar
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 2 cups nonfat half-and-half
  • 1/3 cup chopped walnuts (optional)
  • 1/3 cup dark chocolate chunks

Method

  • Combine bananas, water, sugar, lemon juice, and vanilla extract in a large saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a simmer, stirring until evenly blended. Reduce heat to low; cook, stirring occasionally, until thickened, about 30 minutes. Let cool, about 30 minutes.
  • Puree banana mixture with an immersion blender until smooth. Mix in half-and-half.
  • Pour mixture into an ice cream maker and freeze according to manufacturer's instructions, adding walnuts and chocolate chunks towards the end. Transfer to an airtight container and freeze until firm, about 4 hours.