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Ninja Creami Vanilla Protein Ice Cream Recipe

If you're looking for the best healthy ice cream recipe to satisfy you're sweet tooth, check out this Ninja Creami Vanilla Protein Ice Cream! The perfect classic vanilla that has the best creamy texture and over 27 grams of protein per serving. You only need a few ingredients to make this recipe and it's the perfect base for adding all your favorite ice cream toppings! 

Prep Time
12 hrs
Total Time
12 hrs
Servings: 1
Calories: 233 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: International

Ingredients

  • 1 cup 2% fairlife milk (240g)
  • 1 cup plain unsweetened almond milk (240g)
  • 2 Tbsp vanilla protein powder (15g)
  • 1 Tbsp sugar-free vanilla Jello pudding mix (7g) or regular
  • 1/4 tsp liquid stevia or sweetener or choice to taste

Instructions

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  1. Add all the base ingredients to an empty Ninja Creami pint and use an immersion blender to combine (or you can blend in a food processor or blender). Freeze for 12 to 24 hours.
  2. Take out and run under warm water for a few minutes. Then spin through the Gelato cycle once. Give the top of the ice cream a quick stir then spin again on the Lite ice cream cycle.
  3. Top with whatever toppings sound good and enjoy! (Topping ideas: Crushed Oreos or Reese’s, sprinkles, chocolate sauce!)

Notes

  • To store: If you don’t finish the full pint, you can save the rest for later! Use a spoon to smooth and level out the top of the remaining ice cream in the Ninja Creami container and place back in the freezer. When ready to eat, re-spin the frozen pint until desired consistency. If you want to save your leftovers in another container, transfer the leftover ice-cream to another container and freeze. To enjoy, let it thaw on the container for a bit or microwave it for 5-10 seconds to soften. 
  • Helpful Ninja Creami Tips
  • Prep in advance. I have found that I don't necessarily need to wait 24 hours, but if I make this ice cream the morning of, say 8 hours in advance, I am good!
  • Avoid Icy Edges. Run the container under hot water for 30 seconds before running it through the machine (or let sit out on the counter for 15-20 minutes). After the initial spin, run a butter knife or spoon along the sides and re-spin.
  • Additional Re-spins. If you like your ice cream more like soft serve, you can re-spin 2-3 times before adding in your mix ins. This will soften the ice cream. If you like your ice cream more scoop-able, I recommend sticking with 1 re-spin.
  • Don't overfill the container. The ice cream will expand in volume as your re-spin so don't worry if it looks like the pint isn't initially full. Leaving adequate room in the container will allow the ice cream to spin correct to make the best, most creamy ice cream.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1pint Calories 233kcal (12%) Carbohydrates 13.3g (4%) Protein 27g (54%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 3g (15%) Cholesterol 22.5mg (8%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 6.8g (14%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 233

% Daily Value*

Serving 1pint
Calories 233kcal 12%
Carbohydrates 13.3g 4%
Protein 27g 54%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 22.5mg 8%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 6.8g 14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.