Have you ever wished you could make your own protein ice cream at home? Now you can! This Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream recipe is an easy way to make a healthy version of ice cream right at home. It’s an easy recipe that only has one ingredient!

I used to love buying Fairife protein ice cream but when my grocery store stopped selling it I was so bummed. I started looking around and came across the new Ninja Creami. After playing around with it for a bit, I discovered how to make the best protein ice cream that is even better than the store bought version.

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In this post we’ll cover exactly how to make this dessert at home, tips and tricks I’ve learned over the years of making it, and more!

Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream Ingredients

To make protein ice cream you’ll need either a protein powder or a premade protein shake.

I like to use premade Fairlife shakes because I prefer the taste. I find they’re creamy and consistently come out well in the Ninja Creami.

If you prefer to make your own protein mix, you’ll want to blend the protein powder with their milk or almond milk.

finished chocolate ice cream with oreos mixed in

Water typically makes the protein powder too watery when blended so it’s not the best taste. Milk (dairy or non dairy) will provide the richest taste and texture.

Before Making Ice Cream

Before I get into how to make the protein ice cream, I want to note that even though this method works for me, it might take some tweaking around for you.

Depending on where you store the ice cream pints in the freezer, the temperature of the freezer, and even how level you store the pints will impact how the ice cream comes out.

protein ice cream texture after a respin — This would need a few more respins

So while this method I share works for me, you might find you need to do a few more respins to get the texture how you want it.

Using the Ninja Creami

Using the Ninja Creami ice cream maker isn’t just about pressing the ice cream button and waiting. It’s an art.

From making sure the pint is frozen just right, to choosing between the lite ice cream mode or the regular ice cream mode, it takes some experimenting to perfect.

Pro tip: Does your ice cream look powdery after the first spin in the Ninja Creami? Don’t panic.

Just respin and adjust.

With each attempt, you get closer to the ideal creamy ice cream that is way beyond what traditional ice creams offer.

I wrote an article about how to use the Ninja Creami that is very helpful to go through the first time you make ice cream.

Best Protein Shakes to Use for Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream

My favorite protein shake to use are chocolate Fairlife protein shake, but really any protein shake will work!

The trick is making sure it has a little fat content in it so I’d recommend to look for a protein shake that has a little.

Creami Pints and Lids for Ninja Neoprene Ice Cream Sleeve for Ninja Creami Pints Neoprene Ice Cream Sleeve Walfos Ice Cream Containers

If you want to use a protein powder, make sure the base you mix it with is something other than water. My favorite to use is milk – either dairy or almond milk.

There’s a ton of warnings in the instruction manual about not using ice or fruit that’s in water because the ice can be too hard on the motor so you’ll want to avoid using water.

Try to use a milk or non dairy milk, and look for one that has a little fat in it.

Premier Protein is another popular protein shake that would work great in this recipe!

Best Ninja Creami Ice Cream Recipes

Looking for even more Ninja Crami recipes? Here are a few of my favorites:

Ninja Creami Tips and Tricks

Here are a few tips and tricks I’ve learned while making ice cream

Don’t overfill the container

I’ve found the best ice cream I make is when I fill the Ninja Creami container a little under the max fill line.

When the Ninja Creami runs it does expand the ice cream so the pint will fill up! It’s ok for the pint to be a little under the fill line, you just want to avoid it being over.

Make a Few Pints at Once

I like to keep a few frozen pints in my freezer so I don’t have to wait the 24 hours freeze time when I want ice cream.

I ordered a few extra pints off Amazon so I’d always have some available.

Creami Pints and Lids for Ninja Neoprene Ice Cream Sleeve for Ninja Creami Pints Neoprene Ice Cream Sleeve Walfos Ice Cream Containers

How to Store Leftovers

If you have some ice cream leftover, you can put the lid back on and store it back in the freezer.

When you’re ready to eat, I’ve found the best way to eat is to fill a bowl with cold water and let the frozen pint sit in it for about 10-15 minutes.

Ninja Creami Protein Ice Cream Mix in Ideas

One of the most fun parts about making your own ice cream at home is customizing it! There’s really no right or wrong thing to mix into your pint. Here are a few of my favorite mix ins:

Cookies like Oreos or Chocolate Chip cookie crumbles
M&Ms
Sprinkles
Reese’s or Reese’s Pieces

More High Protein Recipes

Looking for even more high protein recipes? Here are our favorites:

Start the day with a protein packed breakfast with this Overnight Oats with Protein recipe. It’s a delicious way to get over 30 grams of protein.

During the holidays I love to make Protein Packed Skinny Peppermint Mocha. It’s a Starbucks Copycat Recipe that dare I say is even better than the original?

One of my go to family meals are Chicken Burrito Bowls. Not only are they a healthier option, they’re easy to make and can be customized by everyone in the house.

During the colder months my family loves Turkey Chili Mac and Cheese. It’s all the yummy flavors of Mac and Cheese with a chili twist.