Pineapple Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream
This Ninja Creami Pineapple Protein Ice Cream is like sunshine in a pint—bright, creamy, and bursting with tropical flavor. With just a few pantry staples and your Ninja Creami, you can create a scoopable, protein-packed dessert.
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Ingredients
Base Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup canned pineapple chunks (in pineapple juice)
- 1/2 cup pineapple juice, (from the can)
- 1/2 cup full fat canned coconut milk or regular coconut milk (Use the liquid that settles at the bottom of the coconut milk can, not the thick cream on top.)
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder of your choice (or 1/4 cup Greek yogurt)
- 1-2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 pinch of salt
Mix-Ins (After First Spin):
- 2 tablespoon chopped canned pineapple chunks
- 2 tablespoon toasted coconut flakes
Instructions
- Blend the base: Add all ingredients except mix-ins to a blender and blend until completely smooth. Pour into a Ninja Creami pint, ensuring an even distribution.
- 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 pineapple and toasted coconut.
- 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.
- Serve with more pineapple chunks and coconut on top if desired!
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: 243kcalCarbohydrates: 16gProtein: 13gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 144mgPotassium: 231mgFiber: 2gSugar: 12gCalcium: 87mgIron: 4mg
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