Ninja Creami Key Lime Protein Ice Cream Recipe
This Ninja Creami Key Lime Protein Ice Cream Recipe is creamy, tangy and very refreshing. It feels like a dessert but works like a healthy snack. This Ninja Creami Key Lime Protein Ice Cream Recipe is high in protein and perfect for fitness lovers.
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk low-fat or almond milk
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 2 tablespoons Greek yogurt
- 2 tablespoons fresh key lime juice
- 1 teaspoon lime zest
- 1 –2 tablespoons honey or sweetener
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: crushed graham crackers for topping
Instructions
Mix the Base Ingredients
- Take a mixing bowl and add milk, protein powder, Greek yogurt, lime juice, lime zest, honey, vanilla extract and salt. Whisk everything until smooth. Make sure there are no lumps left for a creamy texture later.
Taste and Adjust Sweetness
- Taste the mixture carefully before freezing. If it feels too tangy, add a little more honey or sweetener. If it feels too sweet, add a few drops of lime juice. Balance is important for perfect flavor.
Freeze the Mixture
- Pour the mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container. Close the lid tightly. Place it in the freezer for at least 24 hours. Make sure it is completely frozen before processing.
Process in Ninja Creami
- Remove the frozen pint from the freezer. Place it into the Ninja Creami machine. Select the “Ice Cream” setting. Let the machine turn the frozen base into a creamy texture.
Re-spin if Needed
- If the texture looks crumbly, use the “Re-spin” option. Add a small splash of milk if needed. This helps make the ice cream smoother and more creamy.
Serve and Enjoy
- Scoop the ice cream into a bowl. Add crushed graham crackers on top if you like. Serve immediately for the best creamy texture and fresh lime flavor.
Notes
- Use fresh key lime juice for better taste.
- Add extra protein powder for higher protein content.
- Use coconut milk for a dairy-free version.
- Freeze in smaller portions for faster processing.
- Add lime zest after spinning for stronger flavor.
- Mix in berries for a fruity twist.
- Avoid over-sweetening the base.
- Let the ice cream sit for 2 minutes before eating.