Small-Batch Strawberry Protein Ice Cream
A creamy, strawberry-forward ice cream made with protein powder and perfect for a guilt-free dessert.
Servings: 2 servings
Calories: 150kcal
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 1 cup strawberries fresh or frozen
- 1/2 cup milk dairy or unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or cottage cheese
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder whey or plant-based
- 1-2 tbsp sweetener honey, maple syrup, or zero-calorie sweetener
Optional Ingredients
- pinch salt for flavor enhancement
- 1 tsp vanilla extract for additional flavor
Instructions
Preparation
- Blend the strawberries, milk, Greek yogurt, protein powder, and sweetener until very smooth.
- Taste the blend and adjust sweetness or add salt if necessary.
- Pour the mixture into the Ninja Creami pint container and freeze for at least 12 hours.
- Once frozen, take the pint out, remove the lid, and spin using the Lite Ice Cream setting.
- If the texture is crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoons of milk and re-spin until creamy.
- If desired, add mix-ins like chocolate chips or graham crackers and use the Mix In setting.
Notes
Let the pint sit out for 5-10 minutes before spinning if it's frozen rock hard. This recipe is versatile; you can customize it by swapping in different fruit or flavors.