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Strawberry Cheesecake Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream

This Strawberry Cheesecake Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream is guaranteed to be your new favorite flavor! It's thick, creamy and loaded with protein for the ultimate treat to satisfy your sweet tooth! Enjoy in the Ninja Creami or make in a loaf pan!

Prep Time
10 mins
Additional Time
12 hrs
Total Time
12 hrs 10 mins
Servings: 1
Calories: 280 kcal
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: International

Ingredients

Ninja Creami version:
  • 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (180g) any dairy or nondairy
  • 1/4 cup cottage cheese(60g) 4%
  • 3 Tbsp vanilla protein powder (21g)
  • 1/2 Tbsp white chocolate Jello pudding mix sugar-free or regular
  • 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp liquid stevia
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries (140g) finely diced & divided
  • 1 graham cracker sheet crushed + extra for topping
  • Whipped Cream for serving
Loaf pan version:
  • 15 oz. whole milk cottage cheese
  • 1/2 cup vanilla protein powder (60g)
  • 1 tsp liquid stevia - or add honey to desired sweetness
  • 1 tsp vanilla
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries (140g) finely diced
  • 8 oz. lite Cool Whip thawed
  • 6 graham cracker sheet crushed

Instructions

Ninja Creami version:
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  1. Add all the ingredients (except the strawberries and crackers) to an empty Ninja Creami pint and use an immersion blender to combine (or you can blend in a food processor or blender). Then add 1/2 of the strawberries and blend again.
  2. Freeze for at least 12 hours.
  3. Add a splash of milk or cream, then run through the Lite Ice Cream cycle once. Then make a well in the center of the ice cream and add the crushed graham crackers and remaining strawberries. Run through the mix-in cycle then top with whipped cream if desired and enjoy!
Loaf pan version:
  1. Add the cottage cheese, protein powder, stevia, and vanilla to a large bowl and blend with an immersion blender (or blend with a food processor or high blender) until smooth. Add half of the strawberries and blend again until combined.
  2. Then with a rubber spatula, fold in the cool whip, remaining strawberries and crushed graham crackers (save some crackers and strawberries for topping).
  3. Transfer ice cream mixture to a loaf pan. Top with remaining strawberries and graham crackers.
  4. Cover with cling/plastic wrap and freeze for 3-4 hours or until solid.
  5. Take out and let sit for 10 minutes so it’s easier to scoop. Then scoop, top with whipped cream if desired and enjoy!

Notes

  • Loaf Pan Version:
  • Per serving: 1/2 cup (122g) - makes 7Nutrition per serving: 232 calories 24C / 8F / 16PMyFitnessPal Entry: LFF Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream (Loaf Pan)
  • 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 280kcal (14%) Carbohydrates 25g (8%) Protein 24g (48%) Fat 8g (12%) Saturated Fat 1.6g (8%) Fiber 3.5g (14%) Sugar 8g (16%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 1Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 280

% Daily Value*

Serving 1pint
Calories 280kcal 14%
Carbohydrates 25g 8%
Protein 24g 48%
Fat 8g 12%
Saturated Fat 1.6g 8%
Fiber 3.5g 14%
Sugar 8g 16%

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