Mineral Rich "nice" Cream

Sweet, Salty, Silky -- and secretly good for your gut!

My take on “nice cream” brings together the creamy richness of ripe bananas with the depth of healthy ingredients for a surprisingly complex and satisfying dessert. It’s a spoonful of sweet, salty, and sophisticated—and yes, it’s good for you.

Photos from Chasing Carrots

This recipe is naturally high in fiber (thanks to the bananas), which supports healthy digestion and blood sugar balance. The extra virgin olive oil brings healthy fats and anti-inflammatory compounds, while the sea salt and maple syrup sneak in trace minerals that help regulate hydration and metabolism. This post will not only give you a recipe on my secret mineral rich dessert, but I will also be going into each ingredient to give specifics on why I love these whole foods.

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Now, let’s break it down—ingredient by ingredient: