Protein Ice Cream Recipe (Ninja Creami)

Common Questions

Is the Ninja Creami Worth It?

After testing many ways to make healthy ice cream, I can honestly say that the Ninja Creami (opens in a new tab) is 1000% worth it! While healthy ice cream can often be made in a blender, it’s tough to get it to that true creamy ice cream texture. The Ninja Creami makes it happen in such an easy way! I’ve even mashed bananas, then turned it into ice cream with this machine, and it came out so incredibly creamy. Highly recommend!

Do I really have to wait 24 hours for Ninja Creami?

Nope! While the manufacturer suggests 24 hours for optimal freezing, this recipe only needs 6 hours if your freezer is set to the correct temperature (0°F). For best results, freeze overnight if you can, but don’t stress if you’re short on time.

Why is my Ninja Creami always crumbly?

If your ice cream is crumbly, it’s likely due to an imbalance in the ingredients or not freezing it long enough. Make sure your base has enough fat or liquid (like milk or nut butter) to create a creamy texture. If the result is still crumbly, use the “re-spin” function—it usually works like magic to fix the texture!

Why is my Ninja Creami ice cream greasy?

A greasy texture typically happens if there’s too much fat, like an excess of peanut butter or heavy cream. Try scaling back on high-fat ingredients, using powdered peanut butter (PB2), or opting for milk with lower fat content to balance it out.

Protein Ice Cream that tastes like an indulgent Snickers, but made healthier with better-for-you ingredients and extra protein! This recipe is easily mixed together, frozen, then made extra-creamy in the Ninja Creami. I love that it tastes like a chocolatey treat, but it has 14 grams of protein! And with just a 15-minute prep time, it couldn’t be easier to make.

You Will Love This Snickers Ninja Creami Protein Ice

I cannot get over how creamy this protein ice cream recipe comes out! The vanilla peanut butter base is so delicious on its own, but then mix in dark chocolate chips, chopped peanuts, and chopped dates for that signature Snickers caramel flavor, and this recipe is absolutely heavenly.

The best part is that it’s easy to make, made with healthy, higher protein ingredients, and can easily be made dairy-free! I make this ice cream in my Ninja Creami, (opens in a new tab) which makes it SUPER creamy and gives it the best ice cream texture. Every bite of this Snickers Protein Ice Cream recipe is so good and it’s one of my favorite Ninja Creami recipes!

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Snickers Creami Protein Ice Cream Ingredients

This recipe is already higher in protein than classic ice cream, but there are many ways to adjust the macros and increase the grams of protein to make this recipe fit your needs. Here are a few notes about the ingredients and substitutions that you can make!

Protein Ice Cream Base

• Milk – Regular 2%, soy milk, oat milk, or Ripple milk (opens in a new tab) are all great options.
• Creamy Peanut Butter (opens in a new tab) – If you’re looking to lower the overall calories/fat and up the protein, feel free to use PB2 powder (opens in a new tab) instead! Just be sure to mix it with water so that it creates the same amount as peanut butter.
• Maple Syrup – Date syrup (opens in a new tab) works great for a lower-sugar option!
• Vanilla Extract
• Vanilla Protein Powder (opens in a new tab) – About 1 scoop, but feel free to add more. Caramel protein powder and chocolate protein powder can add tons of flavor, too!

Snickers Mix-Ins

• Chopped Peanuts – This recipe has a lot of peanut butter flavor, so you can always skip this mix-in and/or add more peanut butter as a topping instead!
• Chocolate Chips (opens in a new tab) – Personally, I love dark chocolate chips as a mix-in. Mini chocolate chips are a great idea, too!
• Chopped Dates – The chopped dates are a healthier way to get that caramel flavor in the ice cream. They’re so good! I recommend chopping them as small as possible to evenly distribute the flavor.

How to Make Protein Ice Cream (Ninja Creami)

It’s so easy to make protein ice cream using the Ninja Creami! Here’s how to put this recipe together:

1. Whisk the Ice Cream Base

Whisk milk, peanut butter, maple syrup, vanilla, and protein powder until smooth. I like to mix it right in the pint jar!

2. Freeze Overnight

Add the lid and freeze overnight or for at least 6 hours!

3. Blend the Ice Cream

Use the Ninja Creami to blend the ice cream ingredients into a smooth, creamy texture. I like to give it a re-spin to get an even creamier texture!

4. Add Mix-Ins

Make a hole in the center of the ice cream using a spoon, then add the mix-ins. Use the “mix-in” button to mix them evenly into the ice cream.

5. Scoop & Add Toppings

Scoop into your favorite bowl or parfait glasses, (opens in a new tab) then add toppings (optional)!

Best mix-ins for this Ninja Protein Ice Cream

Take your Snickers protein ice cream up a notch with these delicious mix-in or topping ideas!

• Crumbled Protein Cookies
• Cocoa Powder (mixed in)
• Fresh Blueberries
• Date Caramel

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How to store Creami Protein Ice Cream

Keep any extra protein ice cream in the pint jar and freeze for up to 3 months! When ready to eat, let it thaw for a few minutes on the countertop, and then scoop it out. Add toppings and enjoy!

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• Healthy Buster Bars
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• Frozen Yogurt Granola Cups

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