If you’re like me and love a good protein boost while keeping things fun and delicious, you’re going to want to try these Ninja Creami protein ice cream recipes. The Ninja Creami is an absolute game changer. Smooth, creamy, homemade ice cream that’s protein-packed without any of the fuss…sign me up!
About The Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker
The Ninja Creami is a unique ice cream maker that transforms frozen ingredients into ultra-smooth, creamy ice cream (or sorbet, smoothie bowls, and more) with the press of a button. Here’s how it works: You freeze your chosen base in a pint-sized container for 24 hours. Then, pop the frozen pint into the machine, select your desired setting (like “Lite Ice Cream”), and let the Creami work its magic by shaving and mixing the frozen base into a soft, scoopable consistency. If the texture isn’t quite perfect, you can hit the “Re-spin” button to smooth it out even more. You can also use the “Mix-In” feature to add goodies like chocolate chips, nuts, or sprinkles.
These recipes are super versatile, and if it looks light on protein, you can easily just throw in your favorite protein powder or shake. Trust me—it’ll taste amazing. You like “stuff” in your ice cream? Go crazy with your favorite mix-ins. The best part about protein ice cream is that it’s delicious, keeps you on track, and is totally customizable – whether you’re keto, vegan, dairy-free, or just want a high-protein treat, whatever your goals, these recipes have your back.
So, grab your Creami cup, freeze it up, and let’s get to it! With these recipes, you’ll be enjoying creamy, protein-rich ice cream in no time. You might just forget it’s good for you!
Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream Recipes
High Protein
- For those looking to pack in maximum protein. Not low carb.
- Key ingredients: protein powder, cottage cheese, or high-protein milk.
1. Peanut Butter Cup Protein Ice Cream | Lauren Fit Foodie – A rich blend of peanut butter and Reese’s peanut butter cups with loads of protein. [Protein: 37 grams]
2. S’mores Protein Ice Cream | Health Beet – A high-protein s’mores ice cream that’s made with graham cracker flavored protein powder, almond milk, and sugar-free pudding mix. [Protein: 22 grams]
3. Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Ice Cream | Basics With Bails – Creamy chocolate milk, almond milk, pudding mix, chocolate protein powder, peanut butter powder in this protein-rich treat. [Protein: 37 grams]
4. Mint Chocolate Protein Ice Cream | Loren Runion – This refreshing, minty chocolate ice cream requires just 4 ingredients. [Protein: 38 grams]
5. Double Chocolate Protein Ice Cream | Healthy Foodie Girl – Double the chocolate, double the fun. Use one chocolate protein shake, chocolate instant pudding mix, and milk of choice. [Protein: 30 grams]
6. 2-Ingredient Vanilla Protein Shake Ice Cream | The Balanced Nutritionist – This creamy, protein-packed ice cream is made by blending a Fairlife Core protein shake with vanilla pudding mix. [Protein: 21 grams]
7. Chocolate Protein Shake Ice Cream | Lifestyle of a Foodie – This creamy, protein-rich ice cream blends Fairlife protein shake with optional vanilla or chocolate pudding mix for extra creaminess. [Protein: 36 grams]
Protein Powder
- Using your favorite protein powder for a customizable ice cream. Not low carb.
- Key ingredients: flavored or unflavored protein powder.
8. Strawberry Vanilla Protein Ice Cream | Janelle Rohner – Made with unsweetened almond milk, protein powder, and sugar-free vanilla pudding mix. Add chopped strawberries as mix-ins. [Protein: 21 grams]
9. Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream | Secretly Healthy Home – Made with whole milk, vanilla protein powder, collagen, and mint extract. [Protein: 30 grams]
10. Butter Pecan Protein Ice Cream | The Tasty Travelers – Made with unsweetened almond milk, whey protein powder, vanilla bean paste, and butter and pecan extract oils. Mix in chopped pecans for extra crunch and flavor. [Protein: 27 grams]
11. Vanilla Protein Ice Cream | Love Grows Wild – This smooth vanilla protein ice cream combines milk, protein powder, and sugar-free pudding mix. Add mix-ins like chocolate or nuts for extra flavor. [Protein: 49 grams]
12. Vanilla Protein Ice Cream | Lauren Fit Foodie – This creamy vanilla ice cream blends Fairlife milk, almond milk, protein powder, and sugar-free pudding mix. Top with your favorite mix-ins like Oreos or Reese’s. [Protein: 27 grams]
13. Chocolate Cookies and Cream Protein Ice Cream | Ninja Creami Ice Cream – This rich and chocolatey protein ice cream combines almond milk, chocolate protein powder, and chocolate pudding mix. Mixed with crushed chocolate sandwich cookies.
14. Snickerdoodle Protein Ice Cream | Cook Like Lauren – This creamy snickerdoodle protein ice cream blends Fairlife milk, Snickerdoodle protein powder, sugar-free vanilla pudding mix, and cinnamon. Mixed with Nilla wafers.
Low-Calorie
- Ideal for those watching their calorie intake. Not low carb.
- Key ingredients: low-calorie sweeteners, Greek yogurt, or low-fat cottage cheese.
15. Chocolate Protein Ice Cream | The Tasty Travelers – Chocolatey ice cream using a protein shake base. [Protein: 31 grams]
16. Peach Ginger Sorbet | Ninja Creami Ice Cream – A refreshing, light sorbet made from peaches and coconut milk. [Protein: 3 grams]
17. Vanilla Fairlife Protein Ice Cream | The Protein Chef – A low-calorie, high-protein ice cream with Fairlife protein shake and powdered peanut butter. [Protein: 43 grams]
18. Strawberry Protein Ice Cream | Basics With Bails – A sweet and fruity strawberry ice cream made with skim milk, almond milk, protein powder, frozen strawberries, and sugar free vanilla pudding mix. [Protein: 35 grams]
19. Salted Caramel Protein Ice Cream | Cooking Katie Lady – Creamy and indulgent, this salted caramel ice cream is made with homemade date caramel sauce, sugar free pudding, and cottage cheese. [Protein: 13 grams]
20. Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream Base | I Dream Of Ice Cream – Dreamy and packed with protein, this Ninja Creami ice cream uses a simple base of Fairlife protein shake and instant pudding. [Protein: 8 grams]
Dairy-Free
- Perfect for lactose-intolerant or dairy-free diets. Not low carb.
- Key ingredients: coconut milk, almond milk, or pea protein.
21. Toasted Coconut Chocolate Avocado Ice Cream | Ninja Creami Ice Cream – This rich and creamy chocolate avocado ice cream blends avocado, oat milk, cocoa powder, agave nectar, and vanilla. Topped with toasted coconut flakes.
22. Dairy-Free Peaches and Cream Ice Cream | Healthy Foodie Girl – A light and refreshing peaches and cream ice cream made without dairy. [Protein: 1 gram]
23. Coconut Lime Sorbet | Ninja Creami Ice Cream – A tropical, dairy-free sorbet that combines coconut milk with lime juice.
24. Dairy-Free Chocolate Ice Cream | Feasting On Fruit – This dairy-free chocolate ice cream blends cashew milk, coconut milk, chocolate protein powder, and dates for natural sweetness. Optional nut butter mix-ins add even more creaminess and flavor. [Protein: 38 grams]
25. Dairy-Free Vanilla Protein Ice Cream | Pretty Delicious Life – This dairy-free vanilla protein ice cream is made with almond milk, coconut milk, dates (or maple syrup), and vanilla protein powder.
Diabetic-Friendly
- Focus on low-sugar, high-protein recipes.
- Key ingredients: sugar substitutes like allulose or monk fruit.
26. Sugar-Free Chocolate Cookies and Cream Ice Cream | My Life Cookbook – This rich and chocolatey low-carb ice cream is made with unsweetened almond milk, cookies and cream protein powder, cocoa powder, and sugar-free chocolate pudding mix. [Protein: 7 grams]
27. Sugar-Free Chocolate Ice Cream | I Dream Of Ice Cream – This rich and creamy chocolate ice cream combines milk, sugar-free chocolate pudding mix, and coconut cream (or heavy cream) for a decadent dessert. [Protein: 5 grams]
28. Sugar-Free Carrot Cake Ice Cream | I Hacked Diabetes – A sugar-free ice cream that tastes just like carrot cake, made with unsweetened almond milk and natural sweeteners that won’t affect blood sugar. [Protein: 2 grams]
29. Low Carb Keto Peanut Butter Cottage Cheese Ice Cream | Sugar Free Mom – This rich peanut butter ice cream is made by blending full-fat cottage cheese, unsweetened peanut butter, and allulose. Add optional ingredients like vanilla extract or stevia for more sweetness. [Protein: 15 grams]
30. Hot Cinnamon Spice Frozen Yogurt | The Tasty Travelers – This unique ice cream combines brewed cinnamon spice tea, Greek yogurt, sugar-free vanilla syrup, and allulose for a sweet, spiced treat. [Protein: 10 grams]
Keto
- Keeping carbs low while maintaining high fat and protein.
- Key ingredients: heavy cream, MCT oil, and low-carb sweeteners.
31. Keto Cottage Cheese Tiramisu Ice Cream – Sugar Free Mom – Creamy mocha-flavored ice cream that blends cottage cheese, strong brewed coffee, cocoa powder, and espresso powder together. Tastes just like the Italian classic dessert. [Protein: 12 grams]
32. Low Carb Strawberry Ice Cream | I Hacked Diabetes – This creamy strawberry protein ice cream blends fresh strawberries, unsweetened almond milk, and low carb vanilla protein powder. [Protein: 6 grams]
33. Keto Cinnamon Ice Cream | My Life Cookbook – This keto cinnamon ice cream combines unsweetened almond milk, vanilla protein powder, sugar-free pudding mix, cinnamon, and vanilla stevia.
34. Keto Chocolate Ice Cream | Keto Asian Flavours – Combines heavy cream, almond milk, cocoa powder, allulose, and egg yolk powder. Add chocolate chips or unsweetened chocolate for extra indulgence. [Protein: 12 grams]
35. Keto Chocolate Ice Cream | Coach Rally Rus – Made with almond milk, heavy cream, allulose, and Dutch cocoa powder. Add sugar-free chocolate chips on top! [Protein: 2 grams]
Sugar-Free
- For those avoiding sugar but still wanting a sweet treat.
- Key ingredients: sugar alternatives like stevia or erythritol.
36. Sugar-Free Vanilla Ice Cream | I Hacked Diabetes – This sugar-free base recipe for Ninja Creami ice cream combines unsweetened vanilla almond milk, low-carb vanilla protein powder, cream cheese, and sugar-free pudding mix. [Protein: 3 grams]
37. Vanilla Cottage Cheese Ice Cream | Low Carb Simplified – Blends almond milk, cottage cheese, vanilla extract, allulose, and monk fruit sweetener. Xanthan and guar gum give it the perfect consistency. [Protein: 7 grams]
38. Sugar-Free Oreo Ice Cream | I Hacked Diabetes – Made with almond milk, cream cheese, and low-carb chocolate vanilla cookies. Finished with crumbled sugar-free cookies. [Protein: 3 grams]
39. Sugar-Free Protein Ice Cream | I Hacked Diabetes – Combines unsweetened almond milk, protein powder, and sugar-free pudding mix. Use either protein powder or a Fairlife protein shake to suit your preference. [Protein: 8 grams]
40. Sugar-Free Vanilla Protein Ice Cream | Sugar Free Mom – Blends cottage cheese, almond milk, heavy cream, and vanilla collagen. Add sugar-free chocolate chips as mix-ins. [Protein: 16 grams]
Vegan
- Completely plant-based and protein-packed. Not low carb.
- Key ingredients: plant-based protein powder and non-dairy milks.
41. Chocolate Avocado Ice Cream | Kelly’s Clean Kitchen – This rich, chocolate avocado ice cream blends ripe avocados, cocoa powder, almond milk, and maple syrup for a creamy, dairy-free dessert. Add melted chocolate chips or a chocolate bar.
42. Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream – George Eats – This vegan vanilla ice cream uses sugar, water, Flora plant cream, and vanilla bean paste for a simple, dairy-free treat.
43. Vegan Peanut Butter Protein Ice Cream | Eating Bird Food – Creamy peanut butter ice cream using vegan protein powder for a nutritious, plant-based dessert. [Protein: 24 grams]
44. Cake Batter Vegan Ice Cream | Feasting On Fruit – This funfetti-inspired vanilla cake batter protein ice cream is dairy-free and made with cashew milk, dairy-free yogurt, vanilla protein powder, and medjool dates for natural sweetness. Finished with sprinkles. [Protein: 31 grams]
45. 5-Ingredient Vegan Chocolate Ice Cream | Making Thyme For Health – This protein-packed vegan chocolate ice cream uses firm tofu, soy milk, chocolate protein powder, cacao powder, and maple syrup for sweetness. [Protein: 16 grams]
Carnivore Protein Ice Cream
- For those on an all-animal-product diet.
- Key ingredients: egg yolks, heavy cream, or beef protein powder.
46. Carnivore Protein Ice Cream – Blend together 4 egg yolks, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, milk or beef protein powder, and about ½ cup heavy whipping cream. Pour into Ninja Creami cup, freeze overnight, spin on Lite ice cream setting, respin 3-4 times until desired creaminess.
Kid-Friendly Protein Ice Cream
- A fun, nutritious treat for kids that sneaks in protein. Not low carb.
- Key ingredients: natural sweeteners, mild flavors.
47. Banana Split Protein Creami | Ninja Test Kitchen – A protein-packed banana split with fun toppings like caramel sauce and whipped cream, perfect for kids.
48. Strawberry Frozen Yogurt | I Dream of Ice Cream – A creamy strawberry frozen yogurt that sneaks in protein while tasting like dessert. [Protein: 4 grams]
49. Birthday Cake Protein Ice Cream | Basics with Bails – A festive birthday cake-flavored ice cream that’s high in protein but still indulgent. [Protein: 39 grams]
50. Chocolate Cookie Protein Ice Cream | Champagne and Coffee Stains – A chocolatey cookie ice cream that’s both kid-approved and high in protein.
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