This Ninja Creami Chocolate Protein Ice Cream is very delicious and creamy! It’s hard to believe this is a healthy recipe!

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CHOCOLATE PROTEIN ICE CREAM

Your ice cream making skills will next level with The Ninja Creami! It makes amazing ice cream that tastes better than any store bought ice cream, not to mention it saves you money!

Let me preface this post by saying that I have now made this protein-packed healthy Ninja CREAMi recipe 20+ times. Each batch has always been flawless.

If the texture seems slightly dry (maybe due to the type of milk or protein powder used), then simply add a tablespoon of liquid and do a respin.

You’ll achieve the perfect protein ice cream with almost no effort.

For those searching for more Ninja CREAMi homemade ice cream recipes, I created a roundup post where you will find all of my favorite recipes.

KETO CHOCOLATE ICE CREAM

This Keto Chocolate Protein Ice Cream was the first Ninja Creami protein ice cream that I added to my blog. It is a low carb dairy free version of one of my favorite ice cream recipes.

I’ve almost completely eliminated boring protein shakes from my diet and replaced them with a delicious scoop of ice cream each morning; it’s simply irresistible to me.

If you set it down right in front of me, I could devour everything in one go so easily.

With just 311 calories and 41 grams of protein packed into it, you can consume an entire pint of this healthy chocolate protein ice cream!

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS HEALTHY PROTEIN ICE CREAM

Healthy ice cream recipe:

This recipe contains just around 107 calories while delivering an impressive 14 grams of protein.

Super easy to make:

A handful of common pantry staples are all you need to make this chocolate high-protein ice cream, but do not including the excruciatingly long wait time of 18-24 hours freezing time; patience is key.

With a Ninja Creami, making the protein ice cream takes no time at all! Its texture is also very good quality. It is just a bit softer than normal ice cream.

Regular ice cream tends to have artificial preservatives, xanthan gum, or even guar gum. This recipe does not have any of those.

As a healthy treat, this recipe works well when looking for options. So make sure to give it a try because I suggest it will help Ice Cream lovers now and in future!

INGREDIENTS

1. Fairlife milk: Fairlife is a great high protein milk with low carbs and fats which also doesn’t contain emulsifiers and gums which can upset your stomach temporarily. I’ve used both 2% and fat free version when making this recipe.

2. Banana: As per my last experience with recipes, banana’s are always so tasty. It helps boost flavors immensely.

3. Whey Protein: A lot of nutritionist say oh my whey protein powder but i prefer unflavored grass-fed ones because they mix easily without leaving grittiness as an aftertaste or mouth feel.

4. Vanilla extract: you can use either liquid vanilla extract or even switch to using vanilla bean paste if you desire a deeper vanilla flavor.

5. Stevia extract: NOW Organic Stevia Extract diﬀers from the rest in terms of convenience and ease of use which I love.

6. Unsweetened Cocoa powder: Regular or dark cocoa powder work, however make sure it’s not cacao powder as that would make it bitter instead of sweet like we want it to be.

7. Stevia sweetened chocolate chips: For years now Lily’s has been my go-to brand and they do not disappoint! These are optional for the recipe and will not be counted towards macros but if included, 1 tablespoon embody 60kcals, 8g carbs, 4g fiber, 3g sugar alcohols, 4.5g fat and 1g protein.

TIPS & TRICKS

You’ll need to allow time for all components to fully integrate before consuming ice cream so get started on this project the day before you wish to indulge!

The smooth texture of the ice cream is something to really appreciate. It can be enjoyed as an afternoon treat or even after hitting the gym!

A STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO MAKING PROTEIN ICE CREAM USING A NINJA CREAMI

Add all of the ice cream ingredients into a blender except the chocolate chips. Blend until combined.
Pour the mixture into a Creami ice cream pint, secure the lid and freeze for 18-24 hours.
Remove the fixed Creami pint from the freezer after the base is completely frozen.
Take off cover, carefully separate the pint from Ninja Creami holder and insert into ninja mixer.
Fasten pluable lid with blades onto stirrer and place them on top of ninja holder filled with mc cream.
Secure mch with creami then select either ice cream/soft serve mode.
If creamer fails to achieve the creamy texture after first round of spinning order him to “spin again” until soft fluffy ice-creams are prepared twice vord stock.
Drop choco chips into soft fluff mix for proper distribution through mounds served use “/mix-in/” till operation is over cap frame and invite family’s treat children in undergoing growing creation show them what freedom looks like when they complete design mint flavored succarikatrices by pour in mixing in “mint”.

CHOCOLATE PROTEIN ICE CREAM MACROS

The numbers for one full portion of the pint are 311 kcals, 40.8g protein, 43g carbs, 12g sugar alcohols, 5.7g fiber, 25.3g net carbs, and fat at 6.2g. Also the number of servings is flexible based on your preferences.

CAN I USE CHOCOLATE PROTEIN POWDER OR VANILLA PROTEIN POWDER?

Using a flavored protein powder or vanilla is fine, but right now, my preference is a whey unflavored protein powder. You have better control over the flavor profile when making flavored protein ice cream.

If you are searching for different kinds of protein powders, sweetener substitutes, and flavors look at this keto protein ice cream recipe where I explore extensive options of sugar alternatives and many other replacements.

HOW TO STORE

Make sure to keep it flat with the lid on so that air does not get in. High-protein chocolate ice cream should stay good for 3-6 months if stored properly in the freezer with no exposure to freezer burn.

There’s no need to top with plastic wrap because lids designed for pints from Ninja Creami work perfectly.

After portioning your desired amount, smooth out the top layer and make it flat if you plan on using the Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker again later on so that it can spin freely when in the container.

The ice cream will need to go through a full freezing cycle before being put through the Ninja Creami for best results after all has been added into the container.

FAQS

Is Protein Ice Cream Good For You?

This ice cream is high in protein while being low in fat. It is also gluten-free and soy-free.

What are the ingredients of protein ice cream?

For this recipe, I used milk, protein powder, vanilla extract, stevia and monk fruit blend sweetener, cocoa powder, and optional sugar free chocolate chips.

Does Protein Ice Cream Help With Losing Weight?

It’s a great snack or dessert as it can be prepared easily at home. It also contains good amounts of protein with relatively lower calories helping in losing weight and building muscles.

Can I put fresh bananas?

In this recipe we use half a banana but you can add more if you’d like to. additional carbohydrates you can add fresh sliced bananas to the top.