Easy High-Protein Vanilla Ice Cream (No Banana, No Ice Cream Maker)
Make creamy, high-protein ice cream at home without needing an ice cream maker or using banana. This recipe delivers a satisfying, low-sugar frozen treat.
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 6 hours 5 min
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 cup plain Greek yogurt (0% or 2% fat)
- 1 scoop (approx. 30g) vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup erythritol or preferred low-calorie sweetener
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Combine the almond milk, Greek yogurt, vanilla protein powder, sweetener, vanilla extract, and salt in a blender.
- Blend the mixture until it is completely smooth and uniform. Scrape down the sides as needed.
- Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container, such as a loaf pan or a shallow plastic container.
- Cover the container tightly with a lid or plastic wrap.
- Place the container in the freezer for at least 4 to 6 hours, or until firm.
- For the best texture, remove the container from the freezer 10 to 15 minutes before serving to allow it to soften slightly.
- Scoop and enjoy your healthy indulgence.
Notes
- For a richer texture, you can substitute half of the almond milk with a low-fat milk option.
- If you are using a Ninja Creami, freeze the base mixture in a Ninja Creami pint overnight, then process according to the machine’s instructions.
- Adjust the sweetener amount based on the sweetness of your specific protein powder.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 110
- Sugar: 3
- Sodium: 150
- Fat: 2
- Saturated Fat: 0.5
- Unsaturated Fat: 1.5
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 8
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 18
- Cholesterol: 10