Rich & Creamy Healthy Ninja Creami Recipes

If you're looking for healthy, homemade ice cream recipes that you can make in your ninja creami ice cream maker you've come to the right place. These healthy ninja creami recipes are made with simple ingredients that are dairy free, refined sugar free in most cases and high protein so you can satisfy your sweet tooth while still reaching your health & fitness goals!

Protein Ice Cream recipes are quickly becoming a favorite way for people to increase their daily protein intake in a way that is easy for the whole family. There are so many recipes out there for ninja creami protein ice cream, but my recipes have been celebrated in the Wall Street Journal for being not only delicious, but for using simple ingredients that are better for you, too.

Why You'll Love These Recipes

• They're better for you. Store-bought protein ice creams generally have additives in them designed to keep them fresh longer that aren't necessarily great for our bodies. Making easy ninja creami recipes like these at home means you get to control the ingredients you use so you can enjoy a healthier treat (and even eat the whole pint without feeling bad about it!)
• They're easy. I like using the ninja creami machine better than a traditional ice cream maker because the whole process is truly so much easier. Plus, dairy free ice cream especially can be difficult to get the right consistency and tends to get icy. With the ninja creami ice cream machine you get a perfectly creamy texture every time.
  

Healthy Ninja Creami Recipe Basic Ingredients

Ninja Creami ice cream recipes all generally start out with the same basic ingredients:

• Dairy-Free Milk. My recipes use dairy-free milk, usually a mix of almond milk and full fat coconut milk, but the great thing about the Ninja Creami is you can use just about any type of milk and still achieve the perfect texture for creamy ice cream. If you don't enjoy almond milk or coconut milk and you aren't dairy free, Fairlife whole milk or Fairlife protein drink is a fan favorite for making lower calorie high protein ice cream. If you are dairy free, full-fat oat milk is an excellent alternative.

• Protein Powder. I find that using vanilla protein powder allows you to customize your creami recipe in delicious ways because it pairs so well with so many other flavors. I also make plenty of different flavors using chocolate protein powder. Having these two options on hand at all times will ensure you're never without the ability to make a healthy ice cream recipe when the craving strikes.

I always like to note that the best way to make your high protein ice cream taste amazing is to ensure you are using a protein powder you enjoy the taste of! My favorite protein powder is Prime Protein from Equip Foods. You can use PRETTYDELISH for 15% off your entire purchase of any of their products. 

• Vanilla Extract. I add this to all of my protein ice cream flavors for additional flavor in vanilla ice cream and to enhance the flavors in a chocolate protein ice cream recipe.

• Medjool Dates. I avoid refined sugars, so sweetening the ice cream base with dates is my favorite way to do. If you'd like something with less carbs (dates have around 5 g carbs per date) you can opt for monkfruit sweetener. Maple syrup or honey also work well for additional sweetness & you can really measure these ingredients with your heart, adjusting to your preferred level of sweetness.

Basic Step By Step Instructions for Using A Ninja Creami 

1. Freeze the ice cream base. Once you've blended the base ingredients for your healthier ice cream recipe, pour them into the ninja creami container up to the "max fill" line.

2. Place in freezer. Ninja's instructions state to freeze the ice cream base for 24 hours, but I freeze mine for about 8 hours and they come out perfect every time. I would recommend against freezing for less than 8 hours. 

3. Make the ice cream. Add the creami pint container to the outer bowl and secure the outer bowl lid. Place securely in the ninja creami machine and choose the "lite ice cream" function. 

4. Respin. You will most definitely need to re-spin the ice cream for the most creamy texture possible. Add a splash of milk to the top of the pint, place back into the machine and press the "re-spin" button. 

5. Add Mix Ins. If you're adding mix ins, do so now. Ninja's instructions say not to use the mix in function after using the re-spin function, but I do this all the time with no issue.

How to Store Your Ninja Creami Ice Cream

If you do not finish the entire pint in one sitting, store the ice cream in an airtight container, preferably the ninja creami pint container itself. Using a spoon, smooth over the top of the ice cream before placing the lid back on. You will need to go back through steps 3 & 4 when you want to enjoy it the next time.

Classic Protein Dairy Free Ice Cream Recipes

Vanilla

This classic vanilla protein ice cream is the perfect sweet treat! Top it with fresh fruit, chopped nuts, olive oil caramel, or enjoy on top of apple crisp.

Chocolate

Chocoholics rejoice! This chocolate protein ice cream made in the Ninja Creami is dairy free and refined sugar free. It is creamy and chocolate-y, then top it off with it being packed with protein.

Strawberry

This strawberry protein ice cream is made with fresh strawberries and other simple jobs! Serve it up with a scoop of vanilla and chocolate protein ice cream if you're a Neapolitan ice cream fan. You can also add more strawberry flavor by adding homemade fresh strawberry syrup.

Mint Chocolate Chip

For those mint and chocolate lovers, this classic refreshing treat, Mint Chocolate Chip ice cream is always a solid choice.

Classic Cookies and Cream

The next time you're craving Oreos or homemade ice cream, make this protein-packed cookies and cream dessert Ninja Creami Protein Dairy Free Oreo Cookies and Cream Ice Cream in your Ninja Creami!

Chocolate Cookies and Cream

Love cookies and cream ice cream but want chocolate ice cream as the base? This Chocolate Protein Cookies and Cream ice cream is the ice cream to try.

Birthday Cake Batter

Remember the absolute joy of licking the mixer beater when your mom made a boxed Funfetti cake? I'm bringing that exact energy back, but making it work for your macros. This Birthday Cake Batter Protein Ninja Creami is a nostalgic, sprinkle-loaded dream.

Coffee

If you are a coffee lover, like myself, this is the ice cream you should most definitely try next. Satisfy your sweet tooth, hit your protein goals and get your caffeine fix with this Coffee protein ice cream! Bonus, pair this ice cream with my Fudgy Gluten Free Cottage Cheese Protein Brownies.

Nutty Protein Dairy Free Ice Cream Recipes

Chocolate Peanut Butter

This single serve chocolate peanut butter protein ice cream has a whopping 56 grams of protein and just 330 calories in the ENTIRE pint! Plus if you love the combo of chocolate and peanut butter together, this is a great go-to ice cream flavor.

Peanut Butter

If you are a peanut butter fan, this Peanut Butter ice cream is the best. Add more peanuts, mini PB cups, gluten free Oreos, or more natural peanut butter to get just another reason to absolutely love this ice cream flavor.

Pistachio

This easy healthy Pistachio ice cream is the perfect addition to your freezer. It can help solve the Dubai chocolate craving but it is WAY healthier! With real pistachio nuts and a scoop of protein powder, this Ninja Creami recipe is going to be your next favorite ice cream.

Rocky Road

​Rocky Road is the best nut ice cream flavor in my opinion because it has all the great add-ins: chocolate protein ice cream base with dark chocolate, mini marshmallows, and chopped almonds.

Fruity Protein Dairy Free Ice Cream Recipes

Coconut

This coconut ice cream is creamy and delicious on its own or with the chocolate magic shell. Like a mounds bar in ice cream form! You could also add some chunks of pineapple for a fun piña colada twist.

Peach

This dairy-free Ninja Creami peach ice cream made with fresh peaches is bursting with fresh, juicy summer flavor. It’s high in protein and has the perfect creamy texture for a summer treat.

Peach Cobbler

This peach cobbler ice cream is a refreshing summer treat perfect for peach season and the best way to enjoy peach cobbler without turning the oven on!

Strawberry Cheesecake

This Ninja Creami Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream is the perfect combination of tangy cheesecake and creamy fresh strawberry ice cream, made using just a few simple ingredients you likely already have at home.

Unique Protein Dairy Free Ice Cream Recipes

Apple Pie

Creamy, cozy, and packed with protein, this Ninja Creami apple pie ice cream is made with real apples, warm spices, and simple ingredients. A high-protein, dairy-free frozen treat ready in minutes!

Buncha Crunch

Your favorite movie theater candy just got a major upgrade with this Buncha Crunch Ice Cream! Add these homemade protein buncha crunch candies to protein vanilla ice cream for the ultimate indulgence.

Cinnamon Toast Cereal Milk

Growing up, I loved a great bowl of cinnamon toast crunch. Now I can have my bowl of cereal plus get my protein macros at the same time. Try this Cereal Milk protein ice cream made with gluten free, sugar free cinnamon toast cereal and real cereal milk.

Copycat M&M McFlurry

Skip the drive thru line and make this high protein dairy free Copycat M&M McFlurry made with low sugar M&M type candy coated chocolate candies.

Copycat Kit Kat Banana Split McFlurry

This Copycat Kit Kat Banana Split McFlurry is a limited edition McFlurry flavor not to be missed- make it in your own kitchen with the Ninja Creami machine. This ice cream is dairy free, gluten free and with added protein.

Pumpkin Pie

When you're ready to start celebrating fall but it's still hot outside, this Pumpkin Pie Protein Ice Cream is just the thing you need to get that pumpkin fix. Bonus, it is gluten free and dairy free!

Strawberry Matcha Affogato

One of my most unique ice cream flavors, but also one of my favorite too. This Strawberry Matcha Affogato is made with a creamy homemade matcha ice cream (which alone is still delicious) combined with homemade strawberry milk (making it even more delicious)!

Dairy Free Protein Sorbet Ice Cream Recipes

Cherry Sorbet

If you love classic black cherry flavors, this healthy cherry sorbet recipe is exactly what you should load into your pint next. This refreshing Cherry Sorbet only requires 3 ingredients and can be made Cherry Limeade flavor or Chocolate Cherry Sorbet!

Lemon Sorbet

This easy dairy free lemon sorbet is the PERFECT sweet and tart treat to beat the summer heat. If any flavor perfectly captures a bright and sunny day, it is hands down a crisp, refreshing glass of lemonade. This sorbet is just that.

Raspberry Sorbet

If you tend to lean toward berry desserts, this raspberry sorbet will quickly become your favorite homemade sorbet. If you are the kind of person who always chooses the punchy, fruit-forward flavors at the ice cream shop, this is exactly the sorbet you should make first.

Watermelon Sorbet

Watermelon Sorbet is my top viewed 3 ingredient sorbet recipe and for good reason! If any fruit perfectly captures the essence of summer, it is hands down a juicy, ripe watermelon. You will want to try this before it's too late.

Pineapple Dole Whip

You don't have to wait on long lines at the Disney parks the next time you're craving this refreshing treat! Make this Copycat Dole Whip at home using your Ninja Creami ice cream maker. The best part is, this homemade dole whip recipe is dairy free, refined sugar free and protein packed so it's the perfect healthy treat to enjoy on a hot summer day!

Pineapple Cherry Dole Whip

This Cherry Dole Whip is a creamy, fruity, high-protein spin on the iconic pineapple treat from Disney Parks. It has the tropical flavors of pineapple, sweet cherry swirl, creamy coconut yogurt, and a soft-serve ice cream texture that feels like the real thing without standing on the long lines at Disney World.

Berry Smoothie Bowl

Start the morning off right with this refreshing dairy free, protein packed Berry Smoothie Bowl! Made with fresh or frozen fruit, dairy free milk and protein powder, it's a healthy way to start your day. Don't forget to add your favorite toppings like fresh berries and granola!

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