Strawberry & Banana Magnum

Preparation Time

• Total Time: 4 hours (includes freezing time)
• Prep Time: 30 minutes
• Freezing Time: 3 hours 30 minutes

Difficulty

• Intensity: Easy

Ingredients

Ice Cream Base:

• 2 cups (480ml) heavy cream
• 1 cup (240ml) sweetened condensed milk
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup (150g) fresh strawberries, hulled and diced
• 1 large ripe banana, mashed

Chocolate Coating:

• 2 cups (340g) semisweet or milk chocolate, chopped
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil

Extras:

• 8-10 ice cream sticks
• Chopped nuts, sprinkles, or coconut flakes (optional, for decoration)

Instructions

1. Prepare Ice Cream Base:
   • In a large mixing bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
   • Gently fold in the sweetened condensed milk and vanilla extract until well combined.
   • Divide the mixture into two separate bowls.
   • In one bowl, fold in the diced strawberries.
   • In the other bowl, fold in the mashed banana.
2. Assemble Magnum Bars:
   • Spoon a layer of the strawberry mixture into ice cream molds, filling each mold halfway.
   • Spoon a layer of the banana mixture on top of the strawberry layer, filling the molds the rest of the way.
   • Insert an ice cream stick into each mold.
   • Smooth the tops of the molds with a spatula.
   • Freeze for at least 3 hours, or until completely solid.
3. Prepare Chocolate Coating:
   • In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the chopped chocolate and coconut oil.
   • Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the chocolate is completely melted and smooth.
4. Dip Ice Cream Bars:
   • Remove the ice cream bars from the molds.
   • Quickly dip each bar into the melted chocolate, letting the excess drip off.
   • If desired, immediately sprinkle with chopped nuts, sprinkles, or coconut flakes before the chocolate hardens.
   • Place the dipped bars on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and freeze for an additional 30 minutes to set the chocolate.
5. Serve:
   • Enjoy your homemade Strawberry & Banana Magnum bars straight from the freezer.

Nutrition Information (Per Magnum Bar, assuming 10 bars)

• Calories: 320
• Total Fat: 22g
• Saturated Fat: 14g
• Cholesterol: 40mg
• Sodium: 40mg
• Total Carbohydrates: 30g
• Dietary Fiber: 2g
• Sugars: 25g
• Protein: 3g

Indulge in these refreshing and delicious Strawberry & Banana Magnum bars, perfect for a hot day or a sweet treat anytime!