The Best Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream
Ice cream cravings don’t have to ruin your healthy eating! With a Ninja Creami, you can enjoy delicious, protein-packed ice cream every day. Whether you love creamy, chocolatey, or fruity flavors, these recipes will give you a satisfying treat with added nutrition.
What You Need:
- Ninja Creami
- Handheld Mixer/Frother (optional, for better mixing)
- Kitchen Scale (to measure ingredients accurately)
Ingredients
Creami Fairlife Ice Cream
- 12 oz ready-to-drink protein shake (Fairlife/Lean Body)
- 3 oz Greek yogurt (any flavor)
- 2 tbsp powdered peanut butter
- 2 tbsp instant pudding (or 10g unflavored collagen powder, 1/4-1/2 tsp guar/xanthan gum for extra creaminess)
Creami Greek Yogurt Protein Ice Cream
- 1 ¼ cups Greek yogurt (any flavor)
- 2 oz milk or milk substitute (almond/coconut milk)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 ½ scoops protein powder (optional, any flavor)
- Sweetener (optional: honey, stevia, brown rice/maple syrup)
- 2 tbsp instant pudding (or 10g unflavored collagen powder, 1/4-1/2 tsp guar/xanthan gum for extra creaminess)
Creami Protein Ice Cream
- 12 oz milk or milk substitute (almond/coconut milk)
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder (for chocolate ice cream)
- 1 ½ scoops protein powder (optional, any flavor)
- Sweetener (optional: honey, stevia, brown rice/maple syrup)
- 2 tbsp instant pudding (or 10g unflavored collagen powder, 1/4-1/2 tsp guar/xanthan gum for extra creaminess)
Creami Cottage Cheese Protein Ice Cream
- 1 ½ cups cottage cheese
- 4 oz milk or milk substitute (almond/coconut milk)
- 1 ½ scoops protein powder (optional, any flavor)
- Sweetener (optional: honey, stevia, brown rice/maple syrup)
- 2 tbsp instant pudding (or 10g unflavored collagen powder, 1/4-1/2 tsp guar/xanthan gum for extra creaminess)
Optional Mix-ins
- 1-2 oz milk or milk substitute (to adjust texture)
- Add-ins: cookies, nuts, graham crackers, chocolate chips, fruit, protein bars, etc.
Instructions
How to Make Ninja Creami Ice Cream
- Add all ingredients to the Ninja Creami container.
- Let sit uncovered for 5-10 minutes.
- Cover and freeze overnight or until solid.
How to Process the Ice Cream
- Remove the frozen container from the freezer.
- Let it sit for 10 minutes or run warm water around the edges.
- Place in the Ninja Creami and press the Lite Ice Cream button.
- Add 1-2 oz milk/milk substitute and press Re-Spin if needed.
- Mix in your favorite add-ins and press the Mix-In button.
Tips & Tricks
- You may need to re-spin more than once for a smoother texture.
- Instant pudding or guar gum helps make the ice cream creamier, but it’s optional.
- Track your ingredients separately if you need accurate calorie counts.
The Best Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream
Description:
Enjoy a creamy, high-protein ice cream made with a Ninja Creami. Perfect for a guilt-free dessert or snack!
Duration:
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes (plus freezing time)
Ingredients:
- Base Ingredients:
- Protein shake, Greek yogurt, milk/milk substitute
- Protein powder (optional)
- Instant pudding, collagen powder, or guar gum (optional for creaminess)
- Cocoa powder (for chocolate version)
- Sweetener (optional: honey, stevia, syrup)
- Optional Mix-ins:
- Cookies, nuts, chocolate chips, fruit, protein bars, etc.
Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients in the Ninja Creami container.
- Let sit uncovered for 5-10 minutes.
- Cover and freeze overnight.
- Place frozen container in the Ninja Creami and press Lite Ice Cream.
- If needed, add 1-2 oz milk and press Re-Spin.
- Add mix-ins and press Mix-In.
- Enjoy!
Notes:
- You may need to re-spin for a smoother texture.
- Instant pudding or guar gum makes it creamier but is optional.
- Adjust sweetness to your preference.
Enjoy your homemade Ninja Creami protein ice cream!