Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream

This Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream recipe is a game-changer. Packed with protein, low in sugar, and full of rich vanilla flavours, it’s an easy-to-make dessert that is the perfect high protein treat. 

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Why You’ll Love This

This vanilla ice cream is creamy, delicious, and healthy. It’s high in protein, low in sugar, and made with simple ingredients you likely already have in your pantry. 

With the Ninja Creami, you can achieve a perfect soft-serve texture without the need for traditional churning. Plus, it’s customizable and can be adapted to suit your dietary preferences.

Why These Ingredients?

• Milk: Provides a creamy base while adding extra protein.
• Sugar-free vanilla pudding mix: Adds a smooth, velvety texture without extra sugar.
• Maple syrup: Adds sweetness that enhances the vanilla flavour.
• Vanilla extract: Delivers the rich, classic vanilla taste.
• Vanilla protein powder: Boosts protein content and vanilla flavouring! Making this a satisfying and nutritious treat.

What Makes This Healthy?

This recipe uses high-protein and low-sugar ingredients, making it a healthier alternative to traditional ice cream. By incorporating protein powder and sugar-free pudding mix, you’re getting a dessert that’s both satisfying and nourishing. 

Ingredients

• 1 ¼ cups milk
• 2 tablespoons sugar-free vanilla pudding mix
• 1 tablespoon maple syrup
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder

Instructions

1. Pour all ingredients into the Ninja Creami pint.

2. Blend the mixture with a frother until smooth.

3. Place the pint in the freezer for 24 hours.

4. After 24 hours, remove the pint from the freezer and insert it into the Ninja Creami machine. Spin on the Lite Ice Cream setting.

5. Re-spin on the Lite Ice Cream setting for a perfect consistency.

6. Scoop the ice cream into a bowl and serve immediately.

Storage

Store any leftovers in the Ninja Creami pint in the freezer. When ready to enjoy again, use the Ninja Creami to re-spin the ice cream for the best texture. Note: Re freezing and re spinning left over ice cream may result in a icier texture.

Equipment

• Ninja Creami
• Frother
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Ninja Creami pints 

Tips for Delicious Ice Cream

• Use a high-quality vanilla protein powder to enhance the flavour.
• If you prefer a firmer ice cream texture, freeze the ice cream for an additional 30 minutes after spinning.

Substitutions, Variations, and Dietary Restrictions

• Dairy-free: Swap milk with almond or oat milk and use a plant-based protein powder.
• Sweetener: Replace maple syrup with agave or a sugar-free syrup for fewer calories.
• Flavoured variations: Add a teaspoon of almond extract for a unique twist or mix in chocolate chips before freezing with the mix in feature. 

Shop the Post

• Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker
• Simply Desserts Sugar-Free Vanilla Pudding Mix
• Good Protein Powder - Discount Code JULIANA30

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Recipe

Ninja Creami Vanilla ice Cream

Juliana Crimi, RD, MHSc

This Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream recipe is a game-changer. Packed with protein, low in sugar, and full of rich vanilla flavor, it’s an easy-to-make dessert that is the perfect high protein treat.

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Course Dessert, Snack

Servings 1

Equipment

• Ninja Creami
• Frother
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Ninja Creami pint

Ingredients

  

• 1 ¼ cup Milk of choice I used soy
• 2 tablespoon Sugar free vanilla pudding mix
• 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
• 2 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 scoop Vanilla protein powder

Instructions

 

• Pour all ingredients into the Ninja Creami pint.
• Blend the mixture with a frother until smooth.
• Place the pint in the freezer for 24 hours.
• After 24 hours, remove the pint from the freezer and insert it into the Ninja Creami machine. Spin on the Lite Ice Cream setting.
• Re-spin on the Lite Ice Cream setting for a perfect consistency.
• Scoop the ice cream into a bowl and serve immediately.

Notes

FAQs

Why is my Ninja Creami ice cream crumbly?
The Ninja Creami Ice-Cream needs to be spun twice to get a smooth texture if this doesn't occur try adding a splash of milk before re spinning. 

Can I use a different type of milk?
Yes, any milk alternative can be substituted. 

What if I don’t have a Ninja Creami?
While the texture won’t be the same, you can blend the mixture in a food processor. 

Keyword Icecream, vanilla