If you’re anything like us you love a sweet treat but don’t always love the carbs or calories that come with it. Now you don’t have to worry about either of those! Protein ice cream is a fantastic way to enjoy a cold, creamy dessert without the guilt. These recipes are ideal for the Ninja Creami, a versatile appliance that can transform protein-packed ingredients into smooth, creamy ice cream. With varying flavors and nutrient profiles, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
1. Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Ice Cream
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (could also sub 1 scoop of Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein powder)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (30 calories)
- 1 tbsp natural peanut butter (90 calories, 4g protein)
- 1 tsp cocoa powder (10 calories)
- Optional: 1 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth (or use a milk frother).
- Pour into the Ninja Creami pint and freeze for 24 hours.
- Set the machine to “Lite Ice Cream” mode and enjoy!
Nutritional Info:
- Calories: 250
- Protein: 29g
This recipe is a great alternative to eating something like a Reese’s cup or Reese’s ice cream. The chocolate peanut butter combination is a classic and enjoying this after a long day but not feeling bad about eating something sweet super late makes this a staple in our ice cream rotation.
2. Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Ice Cream
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (could also sub 1 scoop of Strawberry Cheesecake Protein powder)
- ½ cup cottage cheese (80 calories, 12g protein)
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (15 calories)
- ¼ cup fresh strawberries (15 calories)
- ½ tsp lemon juice
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Pour into the Ninja Creami pint and freeze for 24 hours.
- Use the “Lite Ice Cream” setting.
Nutritional Info:
- Calories: 230
- Protein: 37g
My favorite ice cream of ALL time is Ben and Jerry’s Strawberry Cheesecake but it’s almost 1500 calories and as a girl who loves a sweet treat I HATE the guilt of eating something so high in sugar and calories after i get home from work. That’s where this recipe comes in, i love using my ninja creami for this because it tastes so good. I recently found a brand called Clean Simple Eats that makes great protein powder. I have been using their vanilla protein packets and love them but i also recently discovered they have a Strawberry Cheesecake one. I haven’t personally tried it yet but i can say if it’s half as good as their original vanilla, I highly reccomend trying it in this recipe.
3. Mint Chocolate Chip
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (could also sub 1 scoop of Mint Chocolate Protein powder)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (30 calories)
- 1-2 drops mint extract
- 1 tbsp dark chocolate chips (70 calories, 1g protein)
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients except chocolate chips until smooth.
- Freeze for 24 hours in the Ninja Creami pint.
- Use the “Lite Ice Cream” setting. After blending, fold in the chocolate chips.
Nutritional Info:
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 26g
4. Cookies and Cream
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop cookies and cream protein powder (120 calories, 25g protein)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (30 calories)
- 1 tbsp crushed chocolate sandwich cookies (70 calories)
Instructions:
- Blend protein powder and milk until smooth, then stir in the cookie pieces.
- Freeze in the Ninja Creami pint for 24 hours.
- Use the “Lite Ice Cream” setting.
Nutritional Info:
- Calories: 220
- Protein: 25g
Everyone loves a good Oreo but those delicious little cookies are in no way nutritional. That’s where this recipe comes in- if you love a good oreo milkshake this cookies and cream protein ice cream is just as good but with 25g of protein! I don’t think an oreo is competing there.
5. Mocha Espresso Crunch Protein Ice Cream
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop chocolate or coffee-flavored protein powder (120 calories, 25g protein)
- ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk (25 calories)
- ¼ cup brewed espresso or strong coffee (0 calories)
- 1 tbsp cocoa powder (10 calories)
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Freeze in the Ninja Creami pint for 24 hours.
- Use the “Lite Ice Cream” setting.
Nutritional Info:
- Calories: 155
- Protein: 25g
Your morning coffee just got a whole lot better. This protein ice cream flavor is a jack of all trades, containing caffeine, low calories, and 25g of protein. This is a delicious way to get your morning pickup me and still up your protein for day.
6. Banana Nut Bread Protein Ice Cream
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (120 calories, 25g protein)
- ½ ripe banana (45 calories)
- ¾ cup unsweetened almond milk (20 calories)
- 1 tbsp chopped walnuts (50 calories)
Instructions:
- Blend protein powder, banana, and milk until smooth, and stir in chopped walnuts.
- Freeze for 24 hours in the Ninja Creami pint.
- Use the “Lite Ice Cream” setting.
Nutritional Info:
- Calories: 235
- Protein: 25g
7. Salted Caramel Swirl
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop caramel protein powder (120 calories, 25g protein)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (30 calories)
- 1 tbsp sugar-free caramel syrup (10 calories)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Pour into the Ninja Creami pint and freeze for 24 hours.
- Use the “Lite Ice Cream” setting.
Nutritional Info:
- Calories: 160
- Protein: 25g
8. Vanilla Matcha Green Tea Protein Ice Cream
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (120 calories, 25g protein)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (30 calories)
- ½ tsp matcha powder (5 calories)
Instructions:
- Froth all ingredients until smooth.
- Pour into the Ninja Creami pint and freeze for 24 hours.
- Use the “Lite Ice Cream” setting.
Nutritional Info:
- Calories: 155
- Protein: 25g
While I am not the biggest matcha fan i’ve got to say this recipe intrigued me. It’s quick, easy, and so good! I reccommend frothing this one rather than blending for a more matcha consistency. This recipe is definitely for you if you’re big into the matcha drinks or even just want to try something new. It was interesting for sure.
9. Blueberry Muffin
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (120 calories, 25g protein)
- ½ cup unsweetened almond milk (15 calories)
- ½ cup frozen blueberries (40 calories)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds (60 calories, 2g protein)
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Freeze for 24 hours in the Ninja Creami pint.
- Use the “Lite Ice Cream” setting.
Nutritional Info:
- Calories: 235
- Protein: 27g
Another healthier option is definitely this blueberry muffin recipe. Adding the frozen blueberries (you can also just freeze real ones) is a great way to incorporate fruit and lower the calorie count! This recipe is delicious and also higher in protein than the others. If you’re tired of choclate and super sweet recipes this one fixes both of those problems!
10. Cinnamon Roll Protein Ice Cream
Ingredients:
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder (120 calories, 25g protein)
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk (30 calories)
- ½ tsp cinnamon (2 calories)
- 1 tbsp sugar-free maple syrup (5 calories)
Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients until smooth.
- Freeze in the Ninja Creami pint for 24 hours.
- Use the “Lite Ice Cream” setting.
Nutritional Info:
- Calories: 157
- Protein: 25g
Who says you can’t eat ice cream for breakfast? This cinnamon roll ice cream is the best easy morning breakfast, even if it’s a little untraditional. The cinnamon roll flavor is so good and it really is as easy as scrambling an egg.
These ten recipes each use the Ninja Creami’s powerful mixing technology to create protein ice cream that’s creamy, delicious, and nutritious. With the ninja creami any flavor or idea you can conjure up (or has been made into a protein powder), you can turn into a late night snack, dessert, or even breakfast if you really want to. These recipes are really just the beginning of enjoying your healthier lifestyle and meeting your protein goals without sacrificing the good stuff. There are plenty more ice cream opportunities out there, you just need a (protein) scoop and a dream!
