Ninja Creami High Protein Ice Cream Recipe
Anyone else try convincing themselves that Arctic Zero was actually good back in the day? Yeah… same. Thankfully, the Ninja Creami has changed the game - turning protein shakes into thick, creamy ice cream that actually satisfies those dessert cravings.
Here’s the high-protein recipe I’ve been loving lately. It feels indulgent but still keeps me on track!
Why You’ll Love It
Dessert-like flavor and texture with a nutrition boost
Over 25g of protein (depending on your powder)
Endless mix-in options so you can make it your own
A guilt-free way to enjoy ice cream any night of the week
Ingredients (Serves 1)
Base:
1 cup unsweetened almond milk
1 cup Fairlife 2% milk
1 scoop protein powder (I used Dymatize Fruity Pebbles flavor)
1 serving sugar-free vanilla Jell-O pudding mix
Dash of vanilla extract
¼ tsp xanthan gum (don’t skip this - it’s the secret to a thick, creamy texture)
Mix-ins/Toppings (optional):
Cereal (I used Froot Loops)
Marshmallow fluff
Cool Whip
Instructions
Make the base: Combine all base ingredients in a blender until smooth. Pour into your Creami container.
Freeze: Place in the freezer for at least 24 hours.
Spin: When ready to enjoy, let the container sit at room temp for 10 minutes, then run under hot water for 15–30 seconds.
Process: Insert into the Ninja Creami and spin. If powdery, scrape the sides, add a splash of almond milk, and re-spin as needed.
Add mix-ins: Stir in cereal, marshmallow fluff, or any toppings you love.
Serve and enjoy!
Pro Tips for the Perfect Creami
Always prep your base 24 hours in advance (shorter times = milkshake texture).
Let the container warm up slightly before spinning for best results.
Scrape the sides after the first spin to avoid icy bits.
Don’t be afraid to re-spin multiple times, it only gets creamier!
Flavor Ideas
Switch up the protein powder and mix-ins for endless variations:
Cookies & Cream: Vanilla or cookies and cream protein powder base + crushed Oreo Thins or Minis + fluff as a mix-in or topping
Chocolate Peanut Butter Swirl: Chocolate or PB protein powder + Reese’s thins as a mix-in + PB drizzle for topping
Cake Batter: Cake batter protein powder + top/mix-in frosted animal crackers
Nutrition Highlights
This Ninja Creami creation is:
High in protein (25-30g+ depending on your protein powder)
Lower in calories than traditional ice cream
Customizable with endless flavor and topping combos
A creamy, indulgent treat that fits into your nutrition goals
Say goodbye to sad diet ice creams - this Ninja Creami protein ice cream is the real deal. Which flavor combo are you trying first?
