Chocolate Oreo Protein Ice Cream (Ninja Creami!)
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I’m back with another Ninja Creami recipe! This time…a Chocolate Oreo Protein Ice Cream. You only need five ingredients to make this high-protein, low-calorie, full-flavor ice cream! And let me tell you, once you try this, you’ll be hooked!
I’m having so much fun with my Ninja Creami and mixing up fun ice creams and frozen yogurts for you in my brand new Creami Series (like this scrumptious Strawberry Frozen Yogurt). If you’re not in the market yet for a Creami, I have plenty of other frozen desserts on the blog for you to enjoy, like my homemade Chocolate Chip Mint Ice Cream, and my Banana Split Ice Cream Pie!
Or if you’re looking for more fun Oreo desserts, check out my Cookies and Cream Bars, my Peanut Butter Oreo Cheesecake Bites, or my Chocolate Tart (made with a crust of crushed Oreos).
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If you follow me on Instagram, you know I was debating whether or not to get a Ninja Creami for a long time. Well let me tell you, I am SO glad that I finally did. I’m having so much fun recipe testing and trying different flavor and ingredient combinations. (I can’t wait for you to see what else I have coming up in my Creami Series!) I love how easy it is to make ice cream and frozen yogurt at home with the Ninja Creami machine, and how I can control what ingredients go into it and get the texture just how I like it. My Chocolate Oreo Protein Ice Cream was my first spin at making a high-protein ice cream and I am soooo happy with how it turned out. I can’t wait for you to try it, and of course for you to let me know what you think!
- Chocolate milk: You can use Fairlife or just your favorite chocolate milk! Fairlife is a popular choice since it is high in protein on its own.
- Chocolate protein powder: I like the chocolate protein powder from the brand Clean Simple Eats, but if you have a different favorite brand of protein powder – go for it!
- Oreo pudding mix: Or chocolate pudding mix if you prefer. The pudding mix acts as a thickening agent in the ice cream, while keeping it lower in calories overall.
- Salt: I like to use just a pinch of salt to balance all the chocolate-y flavors in this ice cream!
- Mix-ins: Oreo Thins, mini chocolate chips, whatever you like!
Step-by-Step Directions
(For the full recipe, scroll down to the recipe card below)
Whisk base ingredients
Add the chocolate milk, protein powder, pudding mix, and salt to an empty CREAMi™ Pint. Whisk together the ingredients (I like using a milk frother).
❄️ Freeze! ❄️
Freeze the pint on a level surface with the lid off, for 24 hours. (Freezing with the lid on creates a hump at the top of the ice cream, which can damage the blade, so be sure to leave it off).
Place in machine & spin!
Remove the pint from the freezer, place it in the outer bowl, and lock the lid on top. Place the bowl assembly on the motor base, twist the handle right to raise the platform, and lock it in place. Select Lite Ice Cream and spin it!
Add your Oreo mix-ins
Make a small hole in the center, about 1 ½ inches wide and put a few Oreo thins in the it. Run the mix-in program one time.
Enjoy your ice cream!
Top with more crushed Oreos (if desired) then enjoy! 🍨
Expert Tips
- Don’t skip the freezing: Make sure to allow your pint at least 24 hours to freeze before spinning. This step is crucial to the process! I have tested after 8-12 hours frozen, and while it does work, the consistency is not as thick and creamy.
- Freeze with no lid: It’s important to freeze the pint on a level surface and without the lid. If you freeze it with the lid on, it can form a hump on the top which can damage the blade when you put it in the machine to spin
- Re-spins: If your ice cream isn’t smooth and creamy after the first re-spin, you can re-spin until you get your desired consistency.
- Don’t overfill the container: Make sure not to overfill the pint container. The ice cream will expand in volume as it spins so don’t worry if it looks like the pint isn’t initially full.
Storage / Freezing
- Leftovers should (not surprisingly) be stored in the freezer 😉
- If you find yourself with leftovers, use a spoon to level out the ice cream still in the pint container, top it with a lid, and place it back in the freezer.
- When you’re ready to eat, take the pint out and re-spin on lite ice cream.
FAQs
Do I have to use pudding mix in this recipe?
A lot of Creami recipes use pudding mix because it acts as a thickening agent. If you don’t want to use pudding mix, you can also use guar gum, cottage cheese, or xanthan gum as thickening agents. If using guar gum or xanthan gum just be sure to use only a very small amount as too much can make the texture really weird.
My Creami is super dry and crumbly…what do I do to fix it?
If your Creami is super dry and crumbly it probably needs to soften a bit before spinning again. A few ways to avoid this is to run it under hot water for a few seconds before spinning or let it sit on the counter for 10-15 minutes before spinning. You can also add a tablespoon of milk after the initial spin before you re-spin to help get a creamy consistency. Also, don’t be afraid to re-spin 2-3 times if your base needs a little help!
My Creami is super runny and soft after spinning…help!
If your Creami is super runny and soft after spinning it probably means it got too warm before spinning. You can place it back in the freezer for a few minutes to help it thicken back up!
Why does my Ninja Creami have a “hump” on top after I freeze it?
Freezing your base with the lid on can create a “hump” on the top. To avoid the hump, place your Creami containers in the freezer on a flat surface without the lid. You want to make sure to freeze your pints with a smooth top for the best results while spinning and also to avoid any potential damage to the blades.
I’ve never used protein powder before. Do you have one you’d recommend?
I personally love the brand Clean Simple Eats and would definitely recommend it! Everyone has different opinions on protein powder, so you might just have to try a few before you find the one that’s right for you. One great tip when you’re picking a protein powder, is to find stores that sell individual packets so you can try different brands without committing to a huge container.
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Chocolate Oreo Protein Ice Cream (Ninja Creami)
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups chocolate milk (you can use Fairlife or just your favorite chocolate milk)
- 2 Tbsp. chocolate protein powder (Clean Simple Eats is my favorite)
- 1-2 Tbsp. Oreo pudding mix or chocolate pudding mix (more or less, depending on how sweet you prefer it)
- pinch of salt
- Mix-ins: Oreo Thins, mini chocolate chips, whatever you like!
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Instructions
- Mix the base ingredients: add the chocolate milk, protein powder, pudding mix of choice, and salt to an empty CREAMi™ Pint.1 ½ cups chocolate milk, 2 Tbsp. chocolate protein powder, 1-2 Tbsp. Oreo pudding mix or chocolate pudding mix, pinch of salt
- Whisk: whisk ingredients together, or I like using a milk frother to incorporate it.
- Freeze: freeze the pint on a level surface in the freezer, with the lid off, for 24 hours. (freezing with the lid on creates a hump at the top of the ice cream, which can damage the blade, so be sure to leave it off).
- Assemble: Remove the pint from the freezer, place it in the outer bowl, and lock the lid on top. Place the bowl assembly on the motor base, twist the handle right to raise the platform, and lock it in place.
- Spin it! Select Lite Ice Cream. It shouldn’t need another respin.
- Mix-ins: use a spoon to create a small hole in the center, about 1 ½ inches wide. Place a few Oreo thins in the center. Run the mix-in program one time.Mix-ins: Oreo Thins, mini chocolate chips, whatever you like!
- Enjoy: remove the pint and enjoy right away with more crushed-up Oreos on top!
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Notes
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- If you find yourself with leftovers, use a spoon to level out the ice cream that is still in the pint container, top it with a lid, and place back in the freezer. When you’re ready to eat, spin on lite ice cream.
Nutrition Information
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