9 Frozen Dessert Recipes You Have to Try

Yes, really. Black beans may seem like a surprising ingredient in a dessert, but their mild taste blends right in and complements chocolate perfectly. (Try them in brownie mix, too.) Even better, they're a great way to bump up the protein and fiber in this summertime staple. Each pop delivers a total of 7 g of fiber per serving, and this filling nutrient has been linked with weight loss, per research, so your ice cream may not be the only thing that melts away.

Granita is a traditional Italian frozen fruit dessert often used as a palate cleanser, much like sorbet. It’s made by repeatedly scraping the ice crystals as they form, which gives it a distinctive flaky texture. This version is made with citrus, a wonderful source of vitamin C (as the USDA notes) that gives it a bright, tart taste. Leave the fiber-rich skin on the pears, add honey for sweetness, and choose a nice ripe, slightly soft pear.

This frozen dessert is inspired by the blended yogurt drink lassi, which originated in India, according to Britannica. This recipe is made with probiotic-rich Greek yogurt, which helps populate the gut with beneficial bacteria that aid digestion and help the body make certain vitamins and amino acids, according to the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health. A healthy dose of fiber from the mangoes gives those bacteria a boost. A pear lends a natural sweetness.

This treat is as smooth as traditional dairy ice cream but without unhealthy saturated fat. Bananas are a nutritional powerhouse, containing potassium (422 milligrams [mg] per medium fruit) and magnesium (32 mg per medium fruit), per the USDA, and the peanut butter adds plant-based protein, fiber, and healthy fats. This dessert has 92 percent less saturated fat and 62 percent fewer calories than traditional cow’s milk ice cream without sacrificing taste.

This twist on chocolate bark uses yogurt as a base, so you get protein and probiotics, along with fresh fruit and pistachio crunch. It's tasty, healthy, and so easy to make: Just stir together and freeze. The cherries and berries are packed with antioxidants, which, the Mayo Clinic states, provide protection from free radicals and decrease risk of heart disease and certain types of cancer. Likewise, the pistachios are a rich source of healthy unsaturated fats, according to an article published in May 2016 in Nutrition Today, making this dessert a well-balanced indulgence.

Avocados in ice cream?! Avocados are packed with healthy monounsaturated fats and lend a rich and smooth texture to this frozen dessert while replacing the unhealthy saturated fats in traditional ice cream. According to MedlinePlus, monounsaturated fats are beneficial for lowering LDL ("bad") cholesterol and reducing risk of heart disease and stroke. A bonus: Avocados contain fiber — at 10 grams (g) per fruit, per the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).

Watermelon is a rich source of the powerful antioxidant lycopene, according to the USDA, which can improve heart health and even help prevent certain types of cancer, according to a meta-analysis. As described in a review, raspberries are rich in antioxidants with anticancer and anti-inflammatory properties that also help lower blood pressure and may reduce the risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

Summer's berry bounty stars in these creamy pops, so you get antioxidants in every bite. The Greek yogurt base delivers a probiotic boost, and you control how much honey you use to sweeten the plain yogurt. Swirl the ingredients together or layer them, according to your preference.

These banana pops are a great way to convince kids to eat more fruit. Bananas contain potassium and magnesium — electrolytes needed in the sweltering summer heat, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). A sprinkling of chopped nuts balances out the carbo-load with some fiber and healthy fats to make these extra filling.