Description
A quick, high-protein dessert that is creamy and indulgent, perfect for a busy lifestyle.
Ingredients
Scale
- 480 ml (2 cups) whole milk or unsweetened almond milk
- 120 ml (1/2 cup) heavy cream or full-fat coconut cream
- 60 g (2 scoops, about 2/3 cup) protein powder
- 30–45 g (2–3 tbsp) powdered sweetener
- 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla extract
- 1 tsp (5 ml) glycerin or vodka (optional)
- 1/8 tsp (0.6 g) fine salt
- 1/8 tsp xanthan gum (optional)
Instructions
- Measure and combine the liquids: Weigh 480 ml of whole milk and 120 ml of heavy cream into a bowl. Add 1 tsp of vanilla and glycerin or vodka if using, whisk gently to combine for 20–30 seconds.
- Add protein and sweetener: In a separate bowl, mix 60 g of protein powder with 30–45 g of sweetener and 1/8 tsp of salt. Combine with the liquids and whisk for 1–2 minutes.
- Smooth the base: Blend with an immersion blender for 10–20 seconds until smooth. If using xanthan gum, add it while blending.
- Chill and freeze the pint: Pour the mixture into a Ninja Creami pint, leaving headspace, seal, and freeze for at least 8 hours.
- Process in the Ninja Creami: Remove the pint and process with the ‘Ice Cream’ function, respinning if necessary.
- Add extras and serve: Fold in mix-ins after the final spin and serve immediately or freeze for a firmer texture.
Notes
Ensure to fully dissolve the protein powder for a smooth texture. Glycerin helps keep the ice cream scoopable.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Churning
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup (110 g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 25mg