Dairy Free High Protein Ice Cream

Ingredients

• 360 ml Unsweetened Almond Milk (or any unsweetened nut milk; use a measuring cup)
• 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (pure vanilla extract for best flavor)
• 0.25 tsp Fine Sea Salt (just a pinch to enhance sweetness)
• 30 g Vanilla Plant Protein Powder (one scoop (≈30 g) of vanilla‑flavored vegan protein; contains specks of vanilla bean)
• to taste Sugar‑Free Sweetener (optional) (e.g., erythritol, stevia, or monk fruit; omit if you prefer the natural sweetness from the protein powder)

Instructions

1. Gather Ingredients and Equipment

   Collect almond milk, vanilla extract, salt, vanilla plant protein powder, optional sweetener, and all listed equipment.

   Time: PT2M

2. Measure Nut Milk

   Pour 360 ml (1½ cups) of unsweetened almond milk into the shaker bottle.

   Time: PT1M

3. Add Flavorings

   Add 1 tsp vanilla extract and a pinch (¼ tsp) of fine sea salt to the bottle.

   Time: PT30S

4. Incorporate Protein Powder

   Add 30 g (one scoop) of vanilla plant protein powder.

   Time: PT30S

5. Optional Sweetener

   If you prefer extra sweetness, add your chosen sugar‑free sweetener to taste.

   Time: PT30S

6. Shake Until Smooth

   Seal the bottle tightly and shake vigorously for about 2 minutes until the mixture is completely smooth and no powder clumps remain.

   Time: PT2M

7. Freeze the Base

   Transfer the mixture to a freezer‑safe container (or keep it in the bottle) and place it in the freezer for 24 hours until solid.

   Time: PT24H

8. Loosen the Frozen Block

   After 24 hours, run the sides of the frozen container under hot water for about 10 seconds to loosen it.

   Time: PT1M

9. First Spin in Ice Cream Maker

   Place the frozen block into the ice cream maker and spin on the “light ice cream” setting for roughly 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

10. Adjust Consistency if Needed

    If the texture is still powdery, add the smallest amount of almond milk you can (about 15 ml) and re‑spin on the light ice cream setting for another 3 minutes.

    Time: PT3M

11. Final Spin to Creamy Perfection

    Spin a final time on the light ice cream setting for about 5 minutes until the ice cream reaches a smooth, scoopable texture.

    Time: PT5M

12. Serve or Store

    Serve immediately or transfer to an airtight container and keep in the freezer for up to two weeks.

    Time: PT1M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

160

Protein

21 g

Carbohydrates

5 g

Fat

3 g

Fiber

2 g