Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream
This Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream is thick, creamy, and surprisingly indulgent for a high-protein dessert. Made with milk, protein powder, Greek yogurt, and a touch of vanilla, it freezes into a smooth, scoopable treat that's perfect when you want something sweet without a heavy dessert.
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Equipment
- Ninja Creami
- Ninja Creami pint container
- Blender or milk frother
Ingredients
For the Protein Ice Cream
- 1½ cups 2% or whole milk
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder about 30g
- ½ cup plain Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon instant vanilla pudding mix
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup or honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional Mix-Ins
- 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons chopped strawberries or blueberries
- 1 tablespoon peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons crushed cookies
Instructions
- Add the milk, protein powder, Greek yogurt, pudding mix, maple syrup, vanilla, and salt to a blender. Blend until completely smooth.
- Pour the mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container, keeping it below the maximum fill line.
- Freeze the pint on a level surface for at least 8 hours, preferably overnight.
- Remove the pint from the freezer and let it sit for about 5 minutes. Place it in the Ninja Creami and select Lite Ice Cream.
- If the ice cream looks crumbly after the first spin, add 1–2 tablespoons of milk and use the Re-Spin function until smooth and creamy.
- Add any desired mix-ins and use the Mix-In setting.
- Scoop and serve immediately.
Notes
- Higher-protein milk and whey-casein protein blends generally produce a creamier texture.
- Don't worry if the first spin looks crumbly. A splash of milk and another spin usually transforms the texture.
- The pudding mix helps reduce iciness, but you can leave it out if preferred.
- For a dairy-free version, use plant-based milk, dairy-free yogurt, and plant-based protein powder.
- Freeze the mixture completely flat and never fill the Creami container above the maximum line.
- Store the frozen pint with its lid tightly secured and re-spin before serving again.