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Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Ice Cream (Ninja Creami) Recipe

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  • Author: Emma
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 24 hours freezing + 10 minutes processing
  • Total Time: 24 hours 15 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Instant Pot
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Low Fat

Description

This Mint Chocolate Chip Protein Ice Cream recipe combines creamy whole milk, protein powder, and refreshing peppermint for a deliciously healthy treat. Using the Ninja Creami, this ice cream is easy to make at home with a smooth, creamy texture and customizable mix-ins like chocolate chips or mint creme Oreos. Perfect for a single serving, it’s a guilt-free dessert option that’s packed with protein and flavor.

Ingredients

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Base Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups whole milk (or milk of choice)
  • 1 scoop vanilla or mint protein powder (Clean Simple Eats recommended)
  • 3 Tbsp full-fat Greek yogurt
  • 1 Tbsp sweetener of choice (monkfruit, sugar, etc.)
  • 1 Tbsp vanilla pudding mix (regular or sugar free)
  • 2–4 drops peppermint extract (not mint extract; adjust to taste)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
  • 2–4 drops green food coloring

Optional Mix-ins

  • Chocolate chips
  • Mint creme Oreos

Instructions

  1. Add the base ingredients: Pour the milk, protein powder, Greek yogurt, sweetener, pudding mix, peppermint extract, vanilla extract, salt, and green food coloring into an empty Ninja CREAMi™ Pint.
  2. Whisk: Whisk all ingredients together thoroughly or use a milk frother to incorporate the mixture evenly. If the mix looks clumpy, combine the milk and protein powder first, then add the rest of the ingredients for smoother texture.
  3. Freeze: Place the pint without the lid on a level surface in the freezer and freeze for 24 hours. Leaving the lid off prevents a hump from forming that could damage the blades during processing.
  4. Assemble: Remove the pint from the freezer and insert it into the Ninja CREAMi outer bowl. Secure the lid, place the bowl on the motor base, twist the handle right to raise the platform, and lock it in place.
  5. Spin it: Select the “Lite Ice Cream” program on the Ninja CREAMi. The mixture should process smoothly in one spin without needing another.
  6. Add mix-ins: Either top the ice cream with your choice of mix-ins or create a small hole (about 1 ½ inches wide) in the center of the ice cream. Add your mix-ins there and run the “Mix-In” program once to evenly incorporate them.
  7. Enjoy: Remove the pint and savor your freshly made, creamy mint chocolate chip protein ice cream immediately, adding more mix-ins on top if desired.

Notes

  • Use peppermint extract, not mint extract, for an authentic mint chocolate chip flavor.
  • Do not freeze the pint with the lid on to prevent ice build-up that can damage the blades.
  • Adjust the number of peppermint drops to control the mint intensity.
  • For a smoother texture, mix milk and protein powder first to prevent clumps.
  • Milk of choice can be substituted for whole milk to fit dietary preferences.
  • Optional mix-ins can be added before or after processing depending on texture preference.

Find it online: https://yumrecipesfood.com/mint-chocolate-chip-protein-ice-cream-ninja-creami-recipe/