The best Protein Ice Cream… Ever

Ingredients

• 300 ml Fairlife Skim Milk (high‑protein, low‑fat milk for the pistachio base)
• 2 scoops Vanilla Whey Protein Powder (economical vanilla whey from Believe Supplements; approx. 30 g per scoop)
• 14 g Pistachio Zero‑Sugar Pudding Mix (instant pistachio flavored pudding mix (zero sugar, zero fat))
• 2 drops Almond Extract (optional, adds extra pistachio flavor)
• 350 ml Fairlife Chocolate Milk (high‑protein chocolate milk for the s'mores base)
• 1.5 scoops Chocolate Whey Protein Powder (Select Protein Frosted Chocolate Cupcake flavor (PE Science))
• 2 tablespoons Marshmallow Fluff (adds s'mores sweetness and texture)
• 4 pieces Graham Cracker Squares (break into small chunks; adds crunch to s'mores ice cream)
• 15 g Chocolate Chips (semi‑sweet chips for s'mores mix‑in)

Instructions

1. Prepare Pistachio Base

   Measure 300 ml Fairlife skim milk into the Magic Bullet cup. Add 2 scoops vanilla whey protein and 14 g pistachio zero‑sugar pudding mix. Add 2 drops almond extract if using. Blend on high until smooth (about 30 seconds).

   Time: PT3M

2. Freeze Pistachio Base

   Pour the blended pistachio mixture into a freezer‑safe pint container, seal tightly, and place upright in the freezer. Freeze for at least 12 hours (24 hours for best texture).

   Time: PT12H

3. Spin Pistachio Ice Cream

   Remove the frozen container, attach the lid, and install it onto the Ninja Creami. Select the ‘Gelato’ setting and run for 2 minutes. If the texture is too dense, add 1‑2 tablespoons extra milk, reseal, and respin for another 2 minutes.

   Time: PT4M

4. Add Pistachio Mix‑Ins (Optional)

   If desired, create a small well in the softened ice cream and add 15 g milk chocolate chips. Use the Creami’s ‘Mix‑In’ function to evenly distribute.

   Time: PT2M

5. Prepare Chocolate S’mores Base

   In a clean Magic Bullet cup, combine 350 ml Fairlife chocolate milk with 1.5 scoops chocolate whey protein. Blend on high for 30 seconds until smooth.

   Time: PT3M

6. Freeze Chocolate S’mores Base

   Transfer the chocolate mixture to a second pint container, seal, and freeze upright for at least 12 hours (ideally 24 hours).

   Time: PT12H

7. Spin Chocolate S’mores Ice Cream

   Remove the frozen chocolate container, attach the lid, and install on the Ninja Creami. Select ‘Ice Cream’ or ‘Gelato’ and spin for 2 minutes. If texture is too soft, add a splash of chocolate milk and respin for another 2 minutes.

   Time: PT4M

8. Add S’mores Mix‑Ins

   Create a well in the softened ice cream and add 2 Tbsp marshmallow fluff, 4 broken graham‑cracker pieces, and 15 g chocolate chips. Activate the ‘Mix‑In’ function for 1‑minute to distribute evenly.

   Time: PT2M

9. Serve and Store

   Scoop the pistachio gelato and chocolate s’mores ice cream into bowls. Store any leftovers in the freezer in their original containers.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

200

Protein

35 g

Carbohydrates

11 g

Fat

1 g

Fiber

1 g

Ingredient Substitutions

• Instead of Fairlife Skim Milk: Fairlife 2% Milk, any high‑protein skim milk
• Instead of Vanilla Whey Protein Powder: vanilla casein powder, plant‑based vanilla protein
• Instead of Pistachio Zero‑Sugar Pudding Mix: vanilla zero‑sugar pudding mix + a few drops almond extract, unsweetened pistachio gelatin
• Instead of Almond Extract: pistachio essence, none
• Instead of Fairlife Chocolate Milk: any high‑protein chocolate milk, regular chocolate milk + extra whey protein
• Instead of Chocolate Whey Protein Powder: any chocolate whey protein, chocolate casein
• Instead of Marshmallow Fluff: mini marshmallows (melted), marshmallow creme
• Instead of Graham Cracker Squares: digestive biscuits, low‑sugar graham crackers
• Instead of Chocolate Chips: dark chocolate chunks, cocoa nibs

Equipment Needed

• Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker
• Magic Bullet Blender
• Food Scale
• Freezer‑Safe Pint Container
• Spatula
• Mix‑In Paddle (included with Ninja Creami) (optional)

Critical Steps — Do Not Skip

• Freeze the base mixture completely before using the Ninja Creami.
• Use the correct Creami setting (Gelato or Ice Cream) and be prepared to respin.
• Add mix‑ins only after the ice cream has softened in the machine.

Chef Tips from the Video

• A few drops of almond extract can mimic pistachio flavor if the pudding mix is unavailable.
• For extra creaminess, replace 10 ml of milk with Greek yogurt (adds protein and tang).
• If you prefer a sweeter pistachio version, add a teaspoon of stevia or erythritol to the base.

Troubleshooting

Storage

Refrigerator: Not recommended; keep frozen.

Freezer: Store in original pint containers, tightly sealed, for up to 2 weeks.

Room temperature: Do not store at room temperature; ice cream will melt.

Make-Ahead Tips

• Prepare both bases and freeze them the night before; the Creami can be used the next day.
• Mix‑ins can be pre‑measured and stored in small zip‑top bags for quick addition.

Frequently Asked Questions