Solution: Dark Chocolate-Banana Ice Cream

Start with some high-quality dark chocolate, and work from there. Dark chocolate with a high percentage cacao and low or no sugar is good for your heart and may even lower your blood pressure. A square or two can be eaten as a treat or made into a tasty shake. If you’re up for adding more chocolate to your healthy lifestyle (frankly, who isn’t?), then this healthy dessert is bound to become a staple in your recipe book.

Throw dark chocolate, half an avocado, a whole banana, a couple of teaspoons of coconut oil, Ceylon cinnamon, and a pinch of high-quality salt into your food processor (or Vitamix). Process on low for 15 seconds. Take the end product out, put it into jars, cups, or a bowl. Put it in the freezer for a few hours. Then later that night- voila. Homemade ice cream joy.