“Funky Monkey” PB Ripple Chip Banana Ice Cream
Disclosure: This post is sponsored by Davidson’s Safest Choice Eggs. All opinions are my own.
#SundaySupper and Davidson’s Safest Choice Eggs are celebrating the arrival of summertime with a menu of no-bake recipes. And hopefully these recipe will inspire you to create your own to enter the Safest Choice No-Bake Summer Recipe Contest for your chance to win a ticket to the Food & Wine Conference, plus a whole lot more! And when the mercury rises, I want ice cream. Well, I always want ice cream, especially when it is swirled with ripples of peanut butter and studded with mini chocolate chips, like this “Funky Monkey” PB Ripple Chip Banana Ice Cream.
“Funky Monkey” Peanut Butter Ripple Chocolate Chip Banana Ice Cream
OK, confession time. I feel kind of guilty about this, but I’m going to just put it out there. I really don’t like having The Bug help me in the kitchen. I mean, I do let him sometimes, but I don’t necessarily like it.
Really it’s my issue. I’m a scientist, and a perfectionist, and a food blogger who wants to make sure I get my measurements right and that it looks pretty. I’m also paranoid.
And he is a grabber, toucher, taster, with no consideration for my meticulous nature, or even for his personal safety when I am using a giant chef’s knife to chop fruits and veggies, have the stand mixer or food processor running, am prepping uncooked meat to go on the grill or in the oven, or especially when I am making a sweet treat and cracking some eggs. I mean, my mom always let me lick the beaters when she was making a cake, or the bowl of cookie dough after all the cookies were in the oven, but it just makes me sooo nervous.
That’s why I am sooo loving Davidson’s Safest Choice Eggs, since they are pasteurized, totally eliminating the risk of salmonella. I don’t have to worry about little fingers in the bowl (as long as the mixer is unplugged) making their way into his mouth. Those I’m serving the dish to might have to worry, since he is definitely a double dipper, but I suppose what they don’t know won’t hurt them, right? 😉
Now who is going to invent magical knife that only cut fruit and veggies and not the aforementioned little fingers? And find a magical cure for my perfectionism? Oh well, guess I’ll be cooking solo for awhile longer.
I think The Bug will forgive me for not always letting him cook with me as long as I keep making him treats like this…
OK, so I don’t allllways make him treats like “Funky Monkey” PB Ripple Chip Banana Ice Cream, but it was a special occasion. For his birthday dinner, he requested eggs, fruit salad, and English muffins, and for dessert, instead of cake he wanted to make sundaes. Since I wasn’t making cake, I figured I’d make ice cream. Ice cream especially for him, since it incorporated all of his favorite flavors – bananas, chocolate and peanut butter – all in his favorite dessert – ice cream. The apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.
Or the drip doesn’t fall far from the cone, as the case may be.
But this ice cream was perfection to us. Ripples and swirls and gobs of pure, slightly salty, unadulterated peanut butter meander through a sea of sweet, lightly banana flavored ice cream, only interrupted by bits of chocolate that add just the right amount of texture to the smooth creaminess. And, you know, chocolate. I don’t know what heaven is like, but if it’s up to me, it’ll include plenty of this delightful treat.
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What is your favorite no-bake summer treat?
Double Ripple Chip Banana Ice Cream
Ingredients
- 2 eggs Davidson’s Safest Choice recommended
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar
- 2 cups heavy cream
- 2 very ripe bananas mashed to a pulp
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Freeze the canister or bowl for your ice cream maker.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the eggs, sugar, and brown sugar until light and fluffy.
- Add the heavy cream, bananas, and vanilla and mix gently until thoroughly combined.
- Churn the ice cream according to the manufacturer's instructions for your ice cream machine. During the last few minutes, add the peanut butter in dollops, and the chocolate chips.
- Transfer to a freezer-safe container, and place in the freezer until firm.
Nutrition
Enjoy this “Funky Monkey” PB Ripple Chip Banana Ice Cream recipe!
If you like this recipe, you’ll love…
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- Funky Monkey Smoothie
- The Bug’s Ultimate {Healthier} “Funky Monkey” Cupcakes
- Salted Ripple Chip No-Churn Ice Cream
And make sure you check out the entire oven-free Sunday Supper menu this week…
No-Bake Savory Recipes:
- Asparagus Egg Salad by Family Foodie
- Buffalo Aioli by Alida’s Kitchen
- Chicken Caesar Salad by Peanut Butter and Peppers
- Deviled Egg Crostini by Hip Foodie Mom
- Grilled Pizza with Egg, Arugula, and Balsamic by Ruffles & Truffles
- Huevos Rancheros by The Wimpy Vegetarian
- Korean Rolled Omelette (Gaeran Mari) by kimchi MOM
- Mom’s Potato Salad by Casa de Crews
- Pizza for Breakfast! Waffles by Foxes Love Lemons
- Shrimp Salad with Lemon Basil Dressing by Cindy’s Recipes and Writings
No-Bake Sweet Recipes:
- Brownie Batter Truffles by Desserts Required
- Creamy Chocolate Blender Mousse by Shockingly Delicious
- Frozen Strawberry Lemonade Pie by Neighborfood
- “Funky Monkey” PB Ripple Chip Banana Ice Cream by Cupcakes & Kale Chips
- Lemon and Strawberry Parfaits by Magnolia Days
- No Bake Cheesecake by Hezzi-D’s Books and Cooks
- Raspberry Lemon Meringue Waffles by Melanie Makes
- Raspberry Mousse by That Skinny Chick Can Bake
- Salted Caramel Pudding Cups by The Foodie Army Wife
- Strawberry Marshmallow S’mores by The Girl In The Little Red Kitchen
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precious says
HOW much does this recipe yield?
Brianne Cupcakes & Kale Chips says
The recipe yields about 2.5 cups of ice cream. You can double the recipe if you would like to make a larger batch.
Deb @ Cooking on the Front Burner says
Oh my goodness, this looks awesome and perfect for summer – well – maybe year round too! Thanks for sharing with us at Best of the Weekend – pinned to our party board!
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips says
Thanks for pinning! I could eat this anytime of the year!
Carla says
Is it wrong that you are making me want to run to the store at 10:30 PM to buy some bananas 😀
Brianne Izzo says
I think it makes perfect sense 🙂
Margaret says
THE BUG and I would get a long just fine if he would share this ice cream with me. YUM!!
Brianne Izzo says
I’m doubtful that he would share 😉
MJ says
This sounds delicious! Found you via the Lollapalooza linky party 🙂
Brianne Izzo says
It was awesome! Thanks!
Susan says
Oh you know in due time he’s going to have no desire to be in the kitchen with you and you’ll wish he was back there with his little fingers in the bowl! However I get you, I don’t like people in my workspace either. I want my fingers in bowl! lol!
Brianne Izzo says
I think i need to hit the happy medium where he is a little older, but not to the point where he doesn’t want to cook with me.
Amy Kim (@kimchi_mom) says
Wow! This looks and sounds incredible! Yum!!
I also like to be the Lone Ranger in the kitchen. Our kitchen is relatively small and feels much smaller when my husband’s 6′-3″ frame fills the room. It’s like running into a tree at times… yeesh!
Brianne Izzo says
Thanks Amy! Haha, your husband is like a tree, my son is like a Tasmanian Devil running all over!
Lori @ Foxes Love Lemons says
Haha, FINALLY! A mom who doesn’t pretend it’s all fun and games to have a kid in the kitchen. To be honest, when I have a child, I will probably feel the same way. And I will also probably bribe my child to stay out of the kitchen with an ice cream like this. Of course, I want them to learn to love cooking….but just….when I actually want them there 😉
Brianne Izzo says
We keep it real around here 🙂
Kayle (The Cooking Actress) says
I totally get it-I love the idea of having my future children help me in the kitchen, in theory. But I know from experience with babysitting that my type A nature makes it verrrry difficult to cook/bake with kids! so I feel you.
Hooray for David’s choice eggs making cookie dough safe! And hooooray for this gorgeous, swirly, chock full of deliciousness ice cream!!! LOVE!
Brianne Izzo says
I know, safe raw eggs. Oh the possibilities!
Nancy @ gottagetbaked says
“The drip doesn’t fall far from the cone” <– amazing! I love that! This ice cream is balls to the wall incredible, Brianne. It's got everything that I love to eat in there. Your photos are so gorgeous and tantalizing (I wish I could lick that ice cream through my screen). And seriously, I can't wait to meet you and the rest of the gang at F&W in July!
Brianne Izzo says
You crack me up, Nancy! I can’t wait to meet you, either!
Shaina says
The bug has really good taste. Chocolate, banana and peanut butter…there is almost no better combination!
Brianne Izzo says
I raise ’em right! 🙂
[email protected] Tastes Good says
Although, I do look back and absolutely miss those times I shared with my sweet girl, I can totally relate about having little hands in the kitchen. It’s been years, but I remember the feeling for sure. These pictures are gorgeous!! Love the metal cups and the ice cream recipe sounds deeee-lish!! Nice job!
Brianne Izzo says
Thanks so much Marion! And I am sure when he is just a bit older, it will be much better!
Alida says
Can’t go wrong with funky monkey anything! This ice cream looks especially creamy and delicious. I also love your bowls/spoons. Super cute!
Brianne Izzo says
I know, the best combination! Thanks Alida!
Laura Dembowski says
I love pasteurized eggs and homemade ice cream. So nice that this ice cream base doesn’the have to be cooked.
Brianne Izzo says
The pasteurized eggs does make the process much faster and easier.
miss messy says
How lovely this looks super! 🙂 I absolutely adore banana ice cream!
Brianne Izzo says
Thanks!
Constance Smith (@FoodieArmyWife) says
You know, we rarely make birthday cakes for birthdays. Our kids can pick anything they like and you never know what it might be! 🙂 This ice cream looks uber yummy!!!
Brianne Izzo says
I think I will let him pick every year, especially if he picks ice cream!
Cindys Recipes and Writings says
So many great flavors packed into one cool treat!
Brianne Izzo says
Exactly!
susan @ the wimpy vegetarian says
This is a wonderful looking ice cream, Brianne! Seriously wonderful. And I love the metal cups – so perfect. They makes them look like ice cream cones even though it’s a dish. Really great post!!
Brianne Izzo says
Thanks so much, Susan! My dad found those at an estate sale, and this was the first time I used them!
Family Foodie says
Amazing photography and amazing pictures! You are awesome.
Brianne Izzo says
Thanks Isabel! The amazing part was getting the photos before the little guy tried to get the ice cream!
Maggie Unzueta @ Mama Maggie's Kitchen says
YES please! I love ice cream and this combo is one of my all time favorites. Yummmmm…
Brianne Izzo says
How can you go wrong with these flavors?!
Courtney @ Neighborfood says
I love funky monkey flavored anything! This ice cream looks fantastic!
Brianne Izzo says
Banana, chocolate and peanut butter are like three best friends!
Liz says
Whoa, what an amazing ice cream flavor!!! I’ll take two scoops please. No, make it three!!!!
Brianne Izzo says
Three sounds about right!
Deanna Samaan says
I love making homemade ice cream! Thank you for the inspiration!!!
Brianne Izzo says
Me too! Can’t wait to see what you come up with!
Betsy @ Desserts Required says
What a perfect summertime recipe. It worked out beautifully that The Bug did not want cake for his birthday!
Brianne Izzo says
I’ll make him ice cream every year, if that’s what he wants 😉
Baby June says
Woah, that looks awesome! Nothing like making ice cream at home–you just can’t replicate the taste. 🙂
Brianne Izzo says
I agree! There is one place near me that makes amazing ice cream, but other than that, I’d prefer what I make!
Katie says
I really think I need a gallon of this ice cream in my house. The flavor combination is so yummy!
Brianne Izzo says
I could totally finish off a gallon, if I had that much!!
Dorothy at Shockingly Delicious says
That ice cream is so appealing, I am looking for my own spoon. Wonderful!
Brianne Izzo says
A-“peel”-ing! Ha! Thanks Dorothy!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
I need to make your ice cream! It looks just amazing!! I love anything with peanut butter, banana and chocolate! Yummy!
Brianne Izzo says
Perfect combination, isn’t it! My little guy is a smart kid!
Alice // Hip Foodie Mom says
Brianne!
love this ice cream and love the combination of peanut butter and banana!!! Pinned and can’t wait to break out my ice cream maker! it’s coming out the first day after school ends, woot woot!!
Brianne Izzo says
What a fun idea to celebrate the last day of school!
Nichole C says
I’d forgive my mom too if she had made ice cream like this! How yummy!
Brianne Izzo says
Ice cream fixes everything!
Renee says
This ice cream is just all kinds of awesomeness. And so are your photos. Love those cups and spoons.
Brianne Izzo says
Thanks so much Renee. My dad is a yard sale king and found those cups!