Description
This Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream recipe is a quick and easy way to enjoy a creamy, protein-packed frozen dessert at home. Using your favorite protein powder and instant pudding mix, you can customize flavors while creating a smooth, satisfying treat with minimal ingredients. Perfect for a post-workout snack or a healthy dessert alternative.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups milk (use chocolate milk for chocolate ice cream)
- 2 tablespoons instant pudding mix (use chocolate flavor for chocolate ice cream)
- 2 scoops protein powder (any flavor)
- A pinch of salt
Alternative Variation
- 1 1/2 cups milk (use chocolate milk for chocolate ice cream)
- 1 tablespoon sugar-free instant pudding (chocolate recommended for chocolate ice cream)
- 1 1/2 scoops protein powder (any flavor)
- A pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: Add all ingredients directly into your Ninja Creami container, ensuring you measure carefully for best results.
- Blend Smooth: Use a handheld milk frother to blend the mixture thoroughly until fully smooth with no powder clumps remaining.
- Freeze Mixture: Seal the container with the lid tightly and place it upright into your freezer. Freeze for at least 24 hours, allowing the mixture to become completely solid.
- Process in Ninja Creami: Insert the frozen container into your Ninja Creami machine and select the Lite Ice Cream function to process the ice cream to a creamy consistency.
- Adjust Texture if Needed: If the ice cream texture is crumbly after the first spin, add a splash of milk directly into the container and use the Re-Spin function until the texture becomes smooth and creamy.
- Add Mix-ins: After spinning, gently stir in extras like crushed protein bars, sugar-free chocolate chips, peanut butter cups, or swirls of peanut butter to enhance flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use chocolate milk and chocolate instant pudding for a rich chocolate ice cream flavor.
- The protein powder flavor can be varied to customize taste.
- Ensure the mixture is completely frozen for best results with the Ninja Creami machine.
- Add milk sparingly when adjusting texture to avoid overly soft ice cream.
- Experiment with mix-ins to create your own signature protein ice cream.