Description
A healthier version of the nostalgic mint chocolate chip ice cream packed with protein and flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup skim milk Fairlife
- 3/4 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 tablespoon Jell-O vanilla pudding mix
- A pinch of salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon peppermint extract
- 1 crushed candy cane
- Dark chocolate chips (optional)
- Chopped nuts (optional)
- Cocoa powder (optional)
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients: Start by measuring out each ingredient accurately for the best results.
- Mix it up: In a Ninja Creami container, combine all ingredients and mix well using a hand frother until fully combined.
- Freeze: Place the container in your freezer for 24 hours until completely frozen.
- Process in Ninja Creami: Run the container under hot water for about 60 seconds and process in your Ninja Creami.
- Spin time: Press the Lite Ice Cream button, and if the texture is powdery, return it to the machine and hit the Respin button.
- Add minty crunch: Make a small hole in the center of the ice cream, add the crushed candy cane, and mix it in using the Mix-in button.
- Serve and enjoy: Scoop out your mint chocolate protein ice cream and taste the refreshing flavor!
Notes
For a chocolate version, consider adding unsweetened cocoa powder. Ensure everything is mixed well before freezing for best results.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 15g
- Cholesterol: 5mg
Keywords: Mint Chocolate, Protein Ice Cream, Healthy Dessert, Dessert Recipe