If you're craving a creamy, fruity frozen dessert but want something quick and dairy-free, this mango nice cream is for you. Made with just frozen mango, banana, lime juice, and a drizzle of melted chocolate, it's the kind of no-fuss recipe that tastes like a tropical vacation in a bowl.
In this post, you'll learn how to make mango nice cream, how to customize it with your favorite toppings, and why it’s a go-to frozen treat during warm weather—or anytime.
Why You’ll Love This Easy Mango Nice Cream
- It’s made with only 3 ingredients: frozen mango, banana, and lime juice
- Vegan, dairy-free, and naturally sweet
- No special equipment needed—just a blender
- Ready in 5 minutes
- Great way to use frozen fruit
What Is Mango Nice Cream?
Nice cream is a fruit-based frozen dessert made by blending frozen fruit into a creamy texture similar to soft serve. Unlike traditional ice cream, there's no dairy, no added sugar (unless you want), and no churning required.
This mango banana nice cream has the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and creamy. The banana adds body and creaminess while the mango brings tropical flavor. A touch of lime juice brightens it up.
Key Ingredients
- Frozen Mango Chunks – The star of the show! Mango adds sweetness, creaminess, and vibrant color.
- Banana – Sliced and fresh. Helps the nice cream blend smoothly and adds natural sweetness.
- Lime Juice – Just a dash adds brightness and enhances the mango flavor.
- Melted Dark Chocolate – Optional, but a beautiful drizzle on top adds richness.
- Lime Zest – A sprinkle for color and a zingy finish.
Step-by-Step Guide
- Blend the mango – Add frozen mango chunks and lime juice to a high-speed blender or food processor. Blend until smooth and creamy.
- Assemble – Scoop mango nice cream into bowls.
- Top it – Add sliced banana, drizzle with melted dark chocolate, and finish with lime zest.
- Serve immediately – Enjoy soft-serve style or freeze for 10–15 minutes for a firmer scoop.
Equipment
- High-Speed Blender or Food Processor – Essential to blend frozen mango into a creamy texture.
- Small Bowl or Microwave-Safe Cup – For melting chocolate.
- Zester or Microplane – To zest the lime for garnish.
FAQ
Nice cream is made entirely from blended frozen fruit, usually banana-based, and contains no dairy, no refined sugar, and no churning. It's a vegan, healthy frozen treat.
Yes! You can substitute banana with coconut milk or another frozen fruit like pineapple if you prefer a banana-free version.
Store it in an airtight container in the freezer. Let it sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before scooping, as it freezes solid.
Mango Nice Cream with Chocolate Drizzle
Equipment
- High-speed blender or food processor
- Microwave-safe bowl (for chocolate)
- Microplane (for zest)
Ingredients
- 2 cups frozen mango chunks
- 1 teaspoon lime juice
- 1 ripe banana sliced
- Melted dark chocolate for drizzling
- Lime zest for topping
Instructions
- Blend frozen mango and lime juice in a high-speed blender until smooth.
- Scoop into bowls.
- Top with sliced banana, drizzle of melted chocolate, and lime zest.
- Serve immediately.
