Description
This Perfect Rebel Floats recipe is a healthier twist on the classic ice cream float. Combining creamy banana nice cream, fizzy ginger kombucha, and aromatic spices, it delivers indulgence without compromising nutrition. Quick to assemble and packed with flavor, this dessert is perfect for impromptu cravings or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup ginger-flavored kombucha (chilled)
- 1 large frozen banana (for nice cream)
- ½ tsp cinnamon powder
- Fresh mint leaves (for garnish)
- Optional: 1 tsp maple syrup or honey (for added sweetness)
Instructions
- Prepare the Nice Cream: Add the frozen banana to a food processor. Pulse until crumbly, then process until smooth and creamy (soft-serve consistency). Add cinnamon and pulse briefly to incorporate.
- Chill Your Serving Glass: Place your serving glass in the freezer for 5 minutes while preparing the nice cream.
- Assemble the Float: Using an ice cream scoop, transfer the banana nice cream into your chilled glass, creating two distinct scoops.
- Add the Kombucha: Tilt the glass at a 45-degree angle and slowly pour the chilled kombucha down the side to preserve carbonation.
- Garnish and Serve: Add a sprig of fresh mint and drizzle with maple syrup if desired. Serve immediately with a straw and spoon.
Notes
Tips & Tricks for Perfect Rebel Floats:
- Banana Ripeness Matters: Use bananas with brown spots before freezing for optimal sweetness.
- Kombucha Selection: Choose ginger kombucha or experiment with berry flavors for variety.
- Temperature Control: Keep everything cold—freeze your glass, use frozen bananas, and chill kombucha until serving.
- Texture Technique: Scrape down the food processor sides multiple times for extra-creamy nice cream.
- Serving Strategy: Enjoy immediately after assembly for the best texture and flavor experience.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Health-Conscious
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 25g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: rebel floats recipe, healthy ice cream float, banana nice cream float, kombucha dessert