Banana Avocado Chocolate Ice Cream. It might sound crazy, or at the very least like some crazy health food, but I promise all the yoga has not gotten to my head. I still enjoy goodness above wholesomeness.

But let me tell you: this stuff is good. Combining banana with avocado really brings out the green fruit's (yes, fruit) sweetness, and, well, chocolate works well with both. Three simple ingredients come together to make this surprisingly satisfying and refreshing "ice cream". In my opinion it's more like pudding, but I guess if you're on the Paleo diet you need to take comfort where you can?

This recipe is an excerpt from Paleo Ice Cream: 75 Recipes for Rich and Creamy Homemade Scoops and Treats.

Banana avocado chocolate "ice cream"

Avocado is perhaps the only food that is considered healthy by all nutrition experts. For this reason, many people are always looking for new ways to get avocados into their diet. My favorite way to eat more avocados is by eating. . . ice cream. If you like your ice cream pretty sweet, you can add a tablespoon or 3 of honey in the food processor as well.

YIELD: About 1 pint

4 very ripe medium bananas, sliced and frozen 1 ripe medium avocado, scooped and frozen
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons cocoa powder

Blend all ingredients in a food processor or high-powered blender for 3 to 4 minutes or until the mixture becomes smooth and creamy and enjoy! You might have to push banana pieces down into the mixture if they stick to the sides of your food processor. If you would like a harder consistency, freeze ice cream in your ice cream maker until your desired texture is achieved.

If you enjoyed this recipe, you may also enjoy this banana chocolate pudding recipe.