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    Published: Jul 24, 2017 · Modified: Apr 7, 2022 by Renée · This post may contain affiliate links · 32 Comments

    No-Churn Banana Walnut Ice Cream

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    No-Churn Banana Walnut Ice Cream is a favorite for people who love bananas, toasted walnuts, caramel, and vanilla wafers. It's utterly delicious!!

    A closeup photo of scoops of banana walnut ice cream in a dish with caramel sauce and walnuts for garnish.

    I'm giving total credit for the inspiration of this no-churn banana walnut ice cream to my dear friend, Barb.

    It was Barb who told me a few years ago that her favorite flavor of ice cream growing up as a child was banana walnut.

    I held onto that ice cream flavor in my head knowing that one day I'd enjoy putting my own spin on it with the thought that one day I'd surprise Barb at her door with a big container of her childhood favorite.

    **Please Note - The printable recipe card with detailed instructions, complete ingredient measurements, and nutritional information for making no-churn banana walnut ice cream is available at the end of this post. OR you can hit the "jump to recipe" button (found below) to be taken directly to the recipe. 

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    Photo collage of banana walnut ice cream

    The ingredient list:

    • overripe bananas
    • walnuts
    • heavy whipping cream
    • sweetened condensed milk
    • pure vanilla extract
    • caramel syrup (store-bought or homemade)
    • salt
    • vanilla wafer cookies
    • rum chata (optional)

    The ingredients I've chosen to use in my No Churn Banana Walnut Ice Cream are, naturally, bananas and walnuts.

    However what you may not expect, and probably didn't see coming, is the addition of vanilla wafer cookies (because I wanted to mimic an old-fashioned banana pudding), and a splash of Rum Chata just for fun!

    Of course, the alcohol is an optional ingredient and can be left out entirely (if you're feeding this to the kiddos), and I promise you'll still enjoy it every bit as much!

    *Please Note - This recipe contains alcohol and should not be consumed by anyone under the age of 21. However, the alcohol can be left out of this recipe if you're making it for those who should not consume alcohol.

    A drizzle of caramel sauce over banana walnut ice cream scoops.

    The easy instructions:

    • Toast the walnuts in a dry skillet and assemble all the ingredients.
    • In a large bowl, use a hand mixer to whip the heavy cream on high speed until soft peaks form.
    How to make no churn banana walnut ice cream. - Kudos Kitchen by Renee
    • In a medium bowl, mash the overripe bananas with vanilla extract.
    • Add a pinch of salt, and the Rum Chata to the mashed bananas. Stir well.
    How to make no churn banana walnut ice cream with vanilla wafers and Rum Chata - Kudos Kitchen by Renee
    • Add the caramel syrup and the sweetened condensed milk to the mashed banana mixture and stir well to combine.
    How to make no churn banana walnut ice cream with sweetened condensed milk and caramel sauce. - Kudos Kitchen by Renee
    • Gently fold the banana mixture into the whipped cream mixture until thoroughly mixed.
    • Pour half of the mixture into a loaf pan.
    How to make banana walnut ice cream. - Kudos Kitchen by Renee
    • Top the ice cream mixture with half of the toasted walnuts, caramel syrup (as much as you like), and vanilla wafer cookies.
    How to make no churn banana walnut ice cream with caramel sauce and vanilla wafer cookies. - Kudos Kitchen by Renee
    • Pour the remaining ice cream mixture on top of the vanilla wafer cookies (you may need to poke the cookies back under the ice cream if they float up to the top), and sprinkle the remaining toasted walnuts over the top of the ice cream.
    • Freeze at least four hours before serving.
    How to make no churn banana walnut ice cream. - Kudos Kitchen by Renee

    I was pleasantly surprised to find out that the vanilla wafer cookies were still nice and crispy in the ice cream. I wasn't quite sure if they would get soft or stay crunchy (I felt they'd be a nice addition no matter what happened), but I'm quite pleased with the crisp texture they provide this flavorful ice cream!

    An ice cream scoop in a container of banana walnut ice cream

    Want more delicious no-churn ice cream recipes?

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    Below is the printable recipe card along with the exact ingredient measurements and nutritional information for making today's no-churn banana walnut ice cream.

    ⭐If you've made this recipe, or are excited to make this recipe, I'd appreciate it if you'd take a moment to leave it a star rating on the recipe card, along with a comment if you're so inclined. Thank you. 🙂

    No Churn Banana Walnut Ice Cream in a ice cream dish with bananas and caramel sauce.

    No-Churn Banana Walnut Ice Cream

    Renee Goerger
    No Churn Banana Walnut Ice Cream is a favorite for people who love bananas, the crunch of toasted walnuts, a hint of Rum Chata, and vanilla wafer cookies.
    4.84 from 6 votes
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    Prep Time 15 mins
    Freeze time 6 hrs
    Course Dessert - Ice Cream
    Servings 8 cups
    Calories 464 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
    • 4 overripe bananas mashed
    • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
    • pinch salt
    • ½ cup caramel syrup divided
    • 1 can sweetened condensed milk
    • ¼ cup Rum Chata (optional)
    • 16-18 vanilla wafer cookies
    • 1 cup chopped walnuts toasted, divided

    Instructions
     

    • In a large bowl with a hand mixer, blend the heavy cream on high until soft peaks form. Set aside.
    • In a medium bowl, mash the bananas with the vanilla extract and salt.
    • Stir the Rum Chata, sweetened condensed milk and ¼ cup of the caramel syrup into the mashed bananas. Mix well.
    • Gently fold the masked banana mixture into the whipped cream mixture until thoroughly combined.
    • Fill half of a loaf pan with the ice cream mixture, top with half the walnuts and the remaining caramel syrup.
    • Lay the vanilla wafers evenly over the caramel and gently top with the remaining ice cream mixture. *Note - you may need to push the cookies back down under the ice cream if they float to the top.
    • Sprinkle the remaining walnuts over the ice cream and freeze for at least 4 hours before serving.
    • To serve, drizzle additional caramel sauce over the ice cream if desired and top with toasted walnut pieces.
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    Tools and equipment:
    1 large bowl,1 medium bowl, hand mixer, spatula or wooden spoon, small skillet (for toasting walnuts), potato masher (for mashing bananas)

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cupCalories: 464kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 5gFat: 34gSaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 82mgSodium: 121mgPotassium: 342mgFiber: 3gSugar: 12gVitamin A: 925IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 63mgIron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!
    Closeup photo of a dish of banana walnut ice cream with bananas in the background.

    I hope you've enjoyed today's no-churn ice cream recipe flavor as much as I've enjoyed bringing it to you!

    Close up photo of scoops of banana walnut ice cream in a dish with caramel sauce and chopped walnuts to garnish.

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    Comments

    1. Jan Ward says

      August 23, 2019 at 1:48 pm

      5 stars
      Creamy no churn banana nut ice cream was absolutely out of this world YUMMY‼️ I had ripe bananas I was looking to do something different with besides breads, cakes, etc. Boy, this hit it out of the ballpark I can tell everyone‼️ Thank you so much for creating this recipe‼️

      Reply
      • Renée says

        August 23, 2019 at 2:56 pm

        Best comment yet! Thanks so much for letting me know, Jan! I'm happy you enjoyed it. It is truly a delicious flavor!
        Take good care,
        Renee

        Reply
    2. Jennifer Banz says

      May 16, 2019 at 7:03 pm

      5 stars
      What a treat! Thanks for sharing!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        May 17, 2019 at 11:01 am

        My pleasure. Enjoy!

        Reply
    3. Nancy | The Bitter Side of Sweet says

      August 06, 2017 at 6:04 pm

      I love your step by step directions!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        August 08, 2017 at 1:09 pm

        I hope people find them helpful.

        Reply
    4. April says

      July 30, 2017 at 5:36 pm

      I bet this taste amazing. I am totally hooked on no churn ice cream, and although my list of must-make recipes is quite long, I will definitely be adding yours to that list.

      Reply
      • Renée says

        July 30, 2017 at 7:14 pm

        Thank you, April. I'm certain you will love it!

        Reply
    5. Cathy@LemonTreeDwelling says

      July 29, 2017 at 10:10 am

      This looks incredible! I love the banana nut flavor!

      Reply
    6. spiffycookie says

      July 27, 2017 at 7:39 am

      Ummmm excuse me rumchata in ice cream? Brilliant!

      Reply
    7. Christy Jordan says

      July 26, 2017 at 7:06 am

      If this ice cream were a man I'd marry it. For reals.

      Reply
      • Renée says

        July 26, 2017 at 8:49 am

        LOL!

        Reply
    8. Hadia says

      July 25, 2017 at 6:22 pm

      This sounds seriously so good!Thank you for sharing!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        July 25, 2017 at 8:05 pm

        My pleasure!! So happy that you think so 🙂

        Reply
    9. Jennifer Sikora says

      July 25, 2017 at 8:28 am

      This ice cream needs to be on my dessert list this week! This looks fantastic

      Reply
      • Renée says

        July 25, 2017 at 8:34 am

        Thank you, Jennifer. I do hope you'll make it.

        Reply
    10. Debra C. says

      July 25, 2017 at 8:26 am

      I'm loving everything about this amazing icecream! So much creamy deliciousness, all I need is a spoon! WOW!!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        July 25, 2017 at 8:34 am

        🙂 Thanks!

        Reply
    11. Baker by Nature says

      July 25, 2017 at 6:09 am

      What a delicious Summer treat!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        July 25, 2017 at 8:34 am

        Thank you!

        Reply
    12. Hope Hill says

      July 25, 2017 at 12:20 am

      Your ice cream sounds and looks amazing! Wish I had some right now to go with some of my favorite summer desserts: cherry and/or blueberry pie. Can't wait to make.

      Reply
      • Renée says

        July 25, 2017 at 8:35 am

        You know it!

        Reply
    13. thatskinnychickcanbake says

      July 24, 2017 at 4:52 pm

      Your ice cream looks amazing!! Especially topped with caramel sauce!!!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        July 25, 2017 at 8:35 am

        Thanks 🙂

        Reply
    14. foodhuntersguide says

      July 24, 2017 at 4:32 pm

      I love bananas and this sounds wonderful. Pinning

      Reply
      • Renée says

        July 25, 2017 at 8:36 am

        If you love bananas, you'll love this ice cream! Thanks for the pin!

        Reply
    15. Betsy | The JavaCupcake Blog says

      July 24, 2017 at 2:44 pm

      Love your step by step photos! Makes me want to grab a spoon and dig in to get to all those wonderful layers!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        July 24, 2017 at 3:15 pm

        Thank you, Betsy! I appreciate that 🙂

        Reply
    16. bigbearswife says

      July 24, 2017 at 1:15 pm

      oooo Renee!!! This ice cream is amazing! I love banana Ice cream and I'm crazy for no churn ice cream recipes. I can't wait to make this! Perfect for #SummerDessertWeek!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        July 24, 2017 at 2:35 pm

        Thanks, Angie! That's huge compliment coming from you! I appreciate it!

        Reply
    17. Nicole says

      July 24, 2017 at 11:06 am

      Oh my goodness Renee! Wow - this looks and sounds absolutely incredibly. It looks so creamy and delicious! This is going to have to happen soon here, because now I can't stop imagining a taste!

      Reply
      • Renée says

        July 24, 2017 at 1:03 pm

        Thanks, Nicole! Imagine it tasting just as good as you think it would taste! It's my new favorite flavor 🙂

        Reply

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