The Ninja Creami turned a scoop of protein powder into legit soft-serve — and it is the easiest way to hit your protein goals with dessert. Below are five high-protein Creami recipes we developed and tested in-house, plus the base ratio, mix-ins and toppings that make every pint scoop smooth. Everything here uses protein powders and snacks we actually stock in Canada.
How the Ninja Creami makes protein ice cream
The Creami freezes a liquid base solid, then shaves it into a creamy texture. For high-protein "ice cream," you simply swap the cream and sugar for a protein shake. Low-fat, low-carb whey and isolate freeze and re-spin the cleanest, which is why they make the best base.
The base ratio
1 scoop protein powder + ~1 cup (240 ml) milk + 1 tbsp sugar-free instant pudding mix (optional, for creaminess) + sweetener to taste. Whisk smooth, freeze flat 24 hours, spin on Lite Ice Cream, then Re-spin. Add mix-ins last with the Mix-In program.
Best protein powders to use as your Creami base
Our default is PEScience Select Protein — 120 kcal and 24 g protein per scoop, low enough in fat and carbs to freeze beautifully. For dairy-free pints, Allmax Meal Prep Lite and PVL ISO CLEAAR both work well. All of these are in stock right now:
5 high-protein Ninja Creami recipes
Dubai Chocolate Protein Creami
A viral Dubai-chocolate-inspired protein ice cream: rich chocolate base swirled with crunchy protein bites and a kataifi-style crispy topping.
Yields: 1 pint (1 serving) · Prep: 5 min · Freeze: 24 h · Per pint (approx.): 250 kcal, 31 g protein
Ingredients
- 1 scoop PEScience Select Protein, Chocolate Truffle (120 kcal, 24 g protein)
- 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened almond or dairy milk
- 1 tsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 tbsp sugar-free instant pudding mix (optional, for creaminess)
- Mix-in: 2 tbsp crushed SANA Crunchy Protein Bites (Cookies & Cream)
- Topping: 1 tsp ChocZero Cookies & Creme Dunkies keto spread, warmed
Method
- Whisk the protein powder, milk, cocoa and pudding mix until smooth.
- Pour into a Ninja Creami pint and freeze flat for 24 hours.
- Spin on Lite Ice Cream, then Re-spin if the texture looks crumbly.
- Add crushed SANA bites, run the Mix-In program, then drizzle warmed ChocZero spread over the top.
Pistachio Ice Cream Protein Creami
Creamy pistachio protein ice cream made with real pistachios for authentic nutty flavour and healthy fats.
Yields: 1 pint (1 serving) · Prep: 5 min · Freeze: 24 h · Per pint (approx.): 270 kcal, 29 g protein
Ingredients
- 1 scoop PEScience Select Protein, Gourmet Vanilla (120 kcal, 24 g protein)
- 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened almond or dairy milk
- 1 tbsp sugar-free pistachio or vanilla instant pudding mix
- 1 tbsp finely ground unsalted pistachios (blended into the base)
- Topping: 1 tbsp chopped pistachios
Method
- Blend the protein powder, milk, pudding mix and ground pistachios until smooth and pale green.
- Freeze in a Creami pint for 24 hours.
- Spin on Lite Ice Cream, then Re-spin for a soft-serve texture.
- Fold in chopped pistachios with the Mix-In program and serve.
Birthday Cake Protein Creami
Funfetti birthday-cake protein ice cream loaded with sprinkles and a soft cake crumble mix-in.
Yields: 1 pint (1 serving) · Prep: 5 min · Freeze: 24 h · Per pint (approx.): 240 kcal, 28 g protein
Ingredients
- 1 scoop Believe Supplements Isolate, Vanilla Cupcake (milk & beef blend)
- 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened dairy or almond milk
- 1 tbsp sugar-free cheesecake or vanilla instant pudding mix
- 1 tsp rainbow sprinkles
- Mix-in: 1/2 crumbled Simply Scrumptous fat-free coffee cake or muffin
Method
- Whisk the protein powder, milk and pudding mix until smooth.
- Stir in the sprinkles, pour into a Creami pint and freeze for 24 hours.
- Spin on Lite Ice Cream, then Re-spin.
- Add the crumbled Simply Scrumptous cake and run the Mix-In program.
Cookies & Cream Protein Creami
Classic cookies-and-cream protein ice cream with crunchy protein-cookie bites folded through.
Yields: 1 pint (1 serving) · Prep: 5 min · Freeze: 24 h · Per pint (approx.): 250 kcal, 32 g protein
Ingredients
- 1 scoop PEScience Select Protein, Cookies & Cream (120 kcal, 24 g protein)
- 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened dairy or almond milk
- 1 tbsp sugar-free vanilla instant pudding mix
- Mix-in: 2 tbsp crushed SANA Crunchy Protein Bites (Cookies & Cream, 20 g protein per bag)
Method
- Whisk protein powder, milk and pudding mix until fully dissolved.
- Freeze in a Creami pint for 24 hours.
- Spin on Lite Ice Cream, then Re-spin for softness.
- Add crushed SANA bites and run the Mix-In program.
Caramel Brownie Protein Creami (Dairy-Free)
A dairy-free caramel-brownie protein ice cream using Allmax Meal Prep Lite, sugar-free caramel and a fudgy brownie mix-in.
Yields: 1 pint (1 serving) · Prep: 5 min · Freeze: 24 h · Per pint (approx.): 270 kcal, 28 g protein
Ingredients
- 1 scoop Allmax Meal Prep Lite, Double Chocolate Fudge (23 g protein, dairy-free)
- 1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened almond or oat milk
- 1 tbsp sugar-free chocolate instant pudding mix
- Topping: 1 tbsp ChocZero sugar-free caramel sauce
- Mix-in: 1/2 crumbled Simply Scrumptous fat-free double fudge brownie
Method
- Whisk protein powder, milk and pudding mix until smooth.
- Freeze in a Creami pint for 24 hours.
- Spin on Lite Ice Cream, then Re-spin.
- Fold in the crumbled brownie with the Mix-In program, then drizzle ChocZero caramel over the top.
Mix-in & topping guide
Add crunchy or chewy mix-ins after the first spin using the Mix-In program so they stay in whole pieces. Our favourites, all in stock:
- Crush & fold in: SANA Crunchy Protein Bites for a Dubai-chocolate-style crunch (20 g protein per bag).
- Crumble in: Simply Scrumptous fat-free brownies, muffins and coffee cakes for a cake-batter texture.
- Drizzle on top: ChocZero sugar-free spreads and caramel sauce for a keto-friendly finish.
Shop the Creami mix-ins & toppings
Frequently asked questions
What protein powder works best in a Ninja Creami?
A low-fat, low-carb whey or isolate makes the smoothest high-protein Creami because it freezes and re-spins cleanly. We use PEScience Select Protein (120 kcal, 24 g protein per scoop) as our default base; Allmax Meal Prep Lite and PVL ISO CLEAAR are great dairy-free options.
What is the base ratio for protein ice cream in the Creami?
Start with 1 scoop of protein powder to about 1 cup (240 ml) of milk, plus an optional tablespoon of sugar-free instant pudding mix for a creamier scoop. Adjust liquid up for a softer texture and down for a denser one.
Why do I need to freeze the Creami pint for 24 hours?
A full 24-hour freeze lets the base set solid and flat so the Creami paddle can shave it into a smooth, ice-cream-like texture. Under-frozen bases come out watery.
How do I fix a crumbly or powdery Creami?
Run the Re-spin program, and add a splash more milk before spinning again. A tablespoon of pudding mix or a little more liquid in the base almost always solves crumbly results.
Are these protein ice cream recipes gluten-free or keto?
Many are close, but it depends on the exact powder and mix-ins you choose. Check each product page for certifications; several of our bases and mix-ins (SANA bites, ChocZero spreads, Simply Scrumptous snacks) are gluten-free or keto-friendly.
En bref (Français)
Faites votre propre crème glacée protéinée avec le Ninja Creami. La base : 1 mesure de poudre de protéine pour environ 1 tasse (240 ml) de lait, plus une cuillère de préparation à pouding sans sucre pour une texture plus crémeuse. Congelez le pot 24 heures, puis utilisez le programme « Lite Ice Cream » et « Re-spin ». Nos bases préférées : PEScience Select (24 g de protéines, 120 kcal par mesure), Allmax Meal Prep Lite (sans produits laitiers) et PVL ISO CLEAAR. Garnitures : bouchées croquantes SANA, gâteries Simply Scrumptous et tartinades ChocZero. Livraison gratuite sur les commandes admissibles au Canada.
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