Quick Description
This Ninja Creami Vanilla Protein Ice Cream is thick, creamy, and tastes like classic vanilla soft serve — but made with just a few simple, high-protein ingredients. Using a Fairlife Core Power shake and sugar-free pudding mix, it delivers a smooth, scoopable texture with minimal effort. Perfect for a high-protein dessert, late-night sweet craving, or post-workout treat.
Servings & Timing
Serves: 1 pint
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Freeze Time: Minimum 12 hours
Spin Time: 2–3 minutes
Total Time: ~12 hours
Equipment
- Ninja Creami
- Large mixing bowl
- Whisk
Ingredients List
Standard Pint
- 14 oz Fairlife Core Power Vanilla Protein Shake
- 1 tbsp stevia
- 1 tbsp sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
Deluxe Pint
- 21 oz Fairlife Core Power Vanilla Protein Shake
- 2 tbsp stevia
- 2 tbsp sugar-free instant vanilla pudding mix
Instructions
Part One: Mix & Freeze
- In a large mixing bowl, add:
- Protein shake
- Stevia
- Sugar-free pudding mix
- Whisk well until the stevia is fully dissolved and no dry lumps remain.
(The pudding mix will not fully dissolve — this is normal.) - Let the mixture sit for 30–60 seconds so bubbles settle.
- Pour the mixture into a clean Ninja Creami pint.
- Cover with the lid and freeze on a level surface for at least 12 hours.
Part Two: Spin & Serve
- Remove pint from freezer and place into Ninja Creami machine.
- Select Lite Ice Cream (or Ice Cream, depending on preference).
- If crumbly after first spin, add 1–2 tbsp milk and re-spin using Re-Spin.
- Scoop and enjoy immediately.
Nutrition (Standard Pint – Approximate)
- Calories: ~170–190
- Protein: 26–30g
- Carbs: 5–7g
- Fat: 2–3g
- Sugar: 2g
(Nutrition varies slightly by Core Power version.)
Benefits
- High-Protein: Keeps you full and satisfied
- Low Sugar: Sweet without spikes
- Creamy Texture: Pudding mix creates perfect consistency
- Minimal Ingredients: Simple and reliable every time
Additional Notes
- Do not overfill pint past the max line
- Always freeze completely solid for best results
- Let pint sit on counter 2–3 minutes if extremely hard
Dietary Info
- High-Protein: Yes
- Low Sugar: Yes
- Gluten-Free: Yes
- Keto-Friendly: Mostly (depends on protein shake)
Brief Introduction
This Creami recipe is one of the easiest ways to turn a protein shake into a real dessert. It’s smooth, creamy, and endlessly customizable — a staple for anyone using the Ninja Creami regularly.
Step-by-Step Cooking Guide
- Whisk ingredients
- Let bubbles settle
- Freeze 12 hours
- Spin in Creami
- Re-spin if needed
- Enjoy
Ingredient Details & Substitutions
- Protein Shake: Any Fairlife or similar shake works
- Stevia: Can replace with monk fruit or erythritol
- Pudding Mix: Essential for creaminess (use sugar-free)
Recipe Variations & Serving Suggestions
Chocolate Version
Use chocolate protein shake + chocolate pudding mix.
Birthday Cake
Add sugar-free sprinkles after spinning.
Cookies & Cream
Fold in crushed high-protein cookies after first spin.
Storage & Make-Ahead
- Best eaten immediately after spinning
- Can be re-frozen and re-spun later if needed