Banana coconut ice blocks
Banana coconut ice blocks are a refreshing frozen snack made with coconut milk, ripe bananas, chia seeds and pure maple syrup. The Thermomix blends everything into a silky, lump-free mixture in seconds, while the cooling function helps chill the base quickly for optimal ice texture. Finished with grated dark chocolate, they are ideal for warm days.
About this recipe
Banana coconut ice blocks with the Thermomix TM7 are the ultimate healthy summer snack, made from just five simple ingredients: coconut milk, ripe bananas, chia seeds, pure maple syrup and dark chocolate. If you have been searching for easy ice block recipes or dairy-free dessert ideas for your all-in-one kitchen machine, this is the one to try. The TM7 blends the coconut milk and bananas into a silky, completely lump-free base in seconds, something a hand blender rarely achieves. The chia seeds add a pleasant bite and a boost of fibre, while the maple syrup brings a gentle caramel sweetness that pairs beautifully with the tropical coconut. Thanks to the cooling function, the mixture chills quickly before freezing, giving the ice blocks a finer, creamier structure with fewer ice crystals. Drizzle or stir through grated dark chocolate for a choc-chip effect children adore. Perfect for batch preparation, birthday parties or a guilt-free afternoon treat on hot days.
Preparation tips
- Use very ripe bananas with brown spots for maximum natural sweetness; the riper the fruit, the less maple syrup you need to add to the coconut milk base.
- Pour the blended mixture into the ice block moulds leaving a small gap at the top, as the chia seeds and coconut milk expand slightly when freezing, preventing messy overflow.
- For a choc-chip effect, grate the dark chocolate finely and fold it through the coconut mixture just before filling the moulds, so the chocolate stays evenly distributed rather than sinking to the bottom.
Recipe variations
- Lactose-free and vegan version: this recipe is naturally dairy-free, but check that your dark chocolate contains no milk powder; use a plain vegan dark chocolate and replace the maple syrup with agave syrup for a fully plant-based ice block.
- Festive tropical variation: add a handful of frozen mango or pineapple pieces to the banana and coconut milk base before blending, and sprinkle toasted coconut flakes over the finished ice blocks for a piña-colada-style party treat.
Thermomix TM7 Benefits
- The Thermomix weighs the coconut milk and maple syrup directly in the mixing bowl, so the ice block base has consistent sweetness every batch. [Built-in Scale]
- Mixing the bananas with coconut milk and chia seeds, the TM7 creates a completely silky base without lumps in just seconds. [Multi-Function]
- The Thermomix grates the dark chocolate evenly in the mixing bowl, giving the ice blocks a fine choc-chip finish without a hand grater. [Multi-Function]
- Precise heating control gently warms the coconut milk and maple syrup so the chia seeds activate without cooking the banana flavour away. [Precision Control]
- With guided cooking on the TM7 display, children can safely help pour the mixture into the moulds while each step is clearly shown. [Guided Cooking]
Ingredients
- coconut milk
- chia seeds
- pure maple syrup
- banana
- dark chocolate