Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Ice Cream Recipe
This Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Ice Cream is a delicious and nutritious frozen treat that combines the rich flavors of chocolate and peanut butter with a boost of protein. Perfect for a healthy dessert or post-workout snack, it uses a Ninja Creami to create a smooth, creamy texture without the need for heavy cream or added sugars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 12 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 2 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
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Liquid Ingredients
- 3/4 cup 2% milk
- 3/4 cup skim milk
Dry Ingredients
- 1 scoop chocolate protein powder (e.g., LeanFit chocolate whey protein powder)
- 2 tbsp powdered peanut butter
- 1 tbsp sugar free chocolate pudding mix
- Pinch of salt
Mix-Ins and Toppings
- 11 mini Reese’s peanut butter cups
- Natural peanut butter (for drizzling)
Instructions
- Prepare the mixture: Add the 2% milk, skim milk, chocolate protein powder, sugar free chocolate pudding mix, powdered peanut butter, and a pinch of salt into a Ninja Creami pint container. Stir thoroughly to combine all ingredients evenly, then seal the pint and freeze it overnight to ensure the mixture is fully solidified.
- Pre-treat the frozen pint: Remove the pint from the freezer and run it under warm water for 30 seconds to slightly soften the edges. Dry the exterior completely to ensure a smooth processing.
- Initial blending: Place the pint into the outer bowl of the Ninja Creami. Select the “Lite Ice Cream” function to blend the frozen contents into a creamy texture. If the ice cream is too dense, add 1-2 tablespoons of milk and use the “Re-spin” function to achieve a smoother consistency.
- Add mix-ins: Press the center of the ice cream and insert the mini Reese’s peanut butter cups evenly. Use the “Mix-In” mode on the Ninja Creami to fold these mix-ins gently into the ice cream without fully breaking them down.
- Serve and garnish: Transfer the ice cream to a serving bowl or enjoy directly from the pint. Drizzle with natural peanut butter and scatter additional mini Reese’s peanut butter cups on top for extra flavor and texture. Serve immediately for the best creaminess and taste.
Notes
- For best results, ensure the ice cream base is frozen for at least 12 hours before processing.
- You can substitute the mini Reese’s peanut butter cups with any other peanut butter candy or nuts of your choice.
- If you don’t have a Ninja Creami, a similar freezer-safe ice cream maker can be used but the texture may vary.
- Powdered peanut butter provides peanut butter flavor with less fat, making this a lower-fat treat.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of sugar free pudding mix to suit your taste.
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