Cookies And Cream Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream
This Cookies and Cream Ninja Creami protein ice cream is a dreamy blend of sweet vanilla and crunchy chocolate cookies. It’s a better-for-you frozen dessert you can make right at home with your favorite milk (or protein shake) and protein powder. With just a few simple ingredients and a little prep time, you’ll have a scoopable treat that’s high in protein and totally customizable.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup vanilla protein shake or milk of your choice, (your favorite brand of vanilla protein shake or dairy milk, almond milk, soy milk, oat milk, etc.)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder of your choice, (about 2 tablespoons)
- 1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla bean paste, (can sub vanilla extract if you can’t find the paste)
- 1 pinch of salt
Up to 1/4 Cup Mix-Ins of Your Choice (Added After First Spin):
- 1/4 cup crushed Oreos
- 1 tablespoon milk, same as used in base recipe
Instructions
- Mix together the base: Add all ingredients into Ninja Creami Pint (except mix-ins) and stir until completely smooth. Using a milk frother is helpful to make sure the protein powder combines easily!
- Freeze: Place the Creami pint in the freezer on a level surface and freeze for at least 24 hours until fully solid.
- First Spin: Remove from the freezer and process using the "Lite Ice Cream" setting. The texture may initially appear crumbly or airy—this is normal!
- Incorporate Mix-Ins: Use a spoon or knife to carefully scrape down the sides of the pint. Then, create a small hole in the center reaching the bottom and add chopped Oreos alongside 1 tablespoon milk used in the base recipe.
- Re-Spin: Process again using the "Mix-In" setting to fully incorporate mix-ins and achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
- Enjoy immediately or if you end up with extras, you can store in the freezer for later. For best results, use a spoon to press the ice cream into a flat, even surface before refreezing.
Notes
Leftovers Note: If you have leftovers, store them in the freezer and you can re-spin up to 3 times after refreezing. However, I personally prefer just letting the Ninja Creami pint sit out at room temperature for 20-25 minutes, instead of re-spinning. If you’re feeling impatient, you can also microwave the pint for 10-15 seconds for a quick thaw!
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 267kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 21gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 6mgSodium: 339mgPotassium: 247mgFiber: 1gSugar: 16gCalcium: 270mgIron: 1mg
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