Name: Ninja Creami Dairy-Free Vanilla Ice Cream
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 4
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: Milk; Protein powder; Sugar-free instant pudding mix; Liquid stevia

Ninja Creami Dairy-Free Vanilla Ice Cream

About This Ninja Creami Dairy-Free Vanilla Ice Cream

I believe I’ve found my new favorite protein ice cream recipe with this Ninja Creami Vanilla Protein Ice Cream. It’s sweet, incredibly creamy, and filled with classic vanilla flavor.

What makes this recipe special is how you can easily add all your favorite toppings and mix-ins—Oreos, chocolate chips, cookie dough, sprinkles, anything you like!

Unlike many store-bought protein ice creams that taste artificial, the Ninja Creami makes a high-protein treat that tastes just like traditional ice cream.

If you haven’t tried the Ninja Creami yet, it’s a game-changer for ice cream lovers! As someone who loves sweets, being able to enjoy a whole pint of ice cream for just 230 calories is amazing.

My Ninja Creami machine was the most-used appliance in my kitchen in 2023, and I’m sure it will continue to be.

While there are many Ninja Creami recipes out there, I love this one because it’s simple.
To make delicious treats with your Ninja Creami, check out my recipes for peanut butter protein ice cream or strawberry cheesecake ice cream. And if you don’t have a Creami, try making easy loaf pan mint Oreo protein ice cream!

Ninja Creami Dairy-Free Vanilla Ice Cream

Course: DessertCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy

Servings

servings

Prep time

minutes

Cooking timeminutes

Calories

230

kcal

Treat yourself to Ninja Creami Dairy-Free Vanilla Ice Cream—a creamy, protein-packed delight bursting with classic vanilla flavor. Customize it with your favorite toppings and mix-ins for a guilt-free dessert option that tastes just like traditional ice cream. Enjoy a whole pint for only 230 calories, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without the guilt!

Ingredients

Milk – I used a mix of 2% Fairlife milk and unsweetened almond milk. The fat in 2% milk adds creaminess while keeping calories lower.
Protein powder – I used Pescience vanilla protein powder (use code Laurenfitfoodie to save!), but any protein powder works. Choose a plant-based dairy-free option if needed.
Sugar-free instant pudding mix – Adds flavor and thickens the ice cream. Vanilla is great, but you can try white chocolate or cheesecake flavors too!
Liquid stevia – Substitute with honey or pure maple syrup if preferred.

Directions

Mix all base ingredients in an empty Ninja Creami pint
Blend with an immersion blender, food processor, or blender
Freeze for 12 to 24 hours.
Before serving, run under warm water for a few minutes, then spin through the Gelato cycle once.
Stir the top of the ice cream, then spin again on the Lite ice cream cycle.
Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy! (Crushed Oreos, Reese’s, sprinkles, or chocolate sauce!)

You'll really like this Ninja Creami Dairy-Free Vanilla Ice Cream because...

Perfect classic vanilla ice cream base for all your favorite toppings.
Easily customized with different toppings and mix-ins.
A healthier ice cream option that tastes just like the real thing.
Packs a protein punch with 27g of protein!
Eat the whole pint by yourself or share it with 2-3 people. See tips for refreezing!

This video’s credit goes to this Ninja Creami Youtube Channel.

Ingredients and Substitutions for Ninja Creami Dairy-Free Vanilla Ice Cream

Milk – I used a mix of 2% Fairlife milk and unsweetened almond milk. The fat in 2% milk adds creaminess while keeping calories lower.
Protein powder – I used PEScience vanilla protein powder (use code Laurenfitfoodie to save!), but any protein powder works. Choose a plant-based dairy-free option if needed.
Sugar-free instant pudding mix – Adds flavor and thickens the ice cream. Vanilla is great, but you can try white chocolate or cheesecake flavors too!
Liquid stevia – Substitute with honey or pure maple syrup if preferred.

Optional Variations and Dietary Adaptations for Ninja Creami Dairy-Free Vanilla Ice Cream

Mix-ins! This is where you can get creative with cookies, sprinkles, chocolate chips, candy, peanut butter, granola, and more.
Go chocolate! Use chocolate Fairlife milk, chocolate protein powder, and chocolate sugar-free pudding mix for chocolate protein ice cream.
Go vegan! Use your favorite dairy-free milk, vegan protein powder, and vegan pudding mix.

How To Make Ninja Creami Dairy-Free Vanilla Ice Cream

1. Mix all base ingredients in an empty Ninja Creami pint.
2. Blend with an immersion blender, food processor, or blender.
3. Freeze for 12 to 24 hours.
4. Before serving, run under warm water for a few minutes, then spin through the Gelato cycle once.
5. Stir the top of the ice cream, then spin again on the Lite ice cream cycle.
6. Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy! (Crushed Oreos, Reese’s, sprinkles, or chocolate sauce!)

How To Store Ninja Creami Dairy-Free Vanilla Ice Cream

If you don’t finish the whole pint, smooth out the remaining ice cream in the Ninja Creami container and return it to the freezer. To serve later, re-spin until desired consistency.

For leftovers stored in another container, thaw slightly or microwave for 5-10 seconds to soften before enjoying.

Helpful Ninja Creami Dairy-Free Vanilla Ice Cream Tips

Prepare ahead. You don’t necessarily need to wait the full 24 hours; 8 hours ahead often works well for me.
Avoid icy edges. Warm the container under hot water for 30 seconds before use, or let it sit on the counter for 15-20 minutes. After the initial spin, run a knife or spoon along the sides and re-spin.
More spins. For softer ice cream, spin 2-3 times before adding mix-ins. For scoopable ice cream, stick to 1 re-spin.
Don’t overfill. The ice cream expands during spinning, so leave space in the container for the creamiest results.

What To Do With Leftover Ninja Creami Dairy-Free Vanilla Ice Cream?

Smooth the top, replace the lid, and return the container to the freezer.
Leftovers may be hard; soften by leaving the container on the counter for about 20 minutes, or speed up the process with warm water or a quick microwave zap.
For best results, reprocess in the Ninja Creami on the Ice Cream or Sorbet setting—perfect for this recipe since there are no mix-ins to blend, keeping the base’s texture intact.