Pumpkin Pie Protein Ice Cream (Ninja Creami)

The creamiest pumpkin pie Ninja Creami protein ice cream with 39g of protein per pint. Real pumpkin puree, warm fall spices, and Biscoff cookie crumbles — tastes like pumpkin pie filling spun into ice cream.

A pumpkin pie protein ice cream is a high-protein homemade ice cream made with Fairlife milk, pure pumpkin puree, vanilla protein powder, vanilla pudding mix, pumpkin pie spice, and crushed Biscoff cookies for the pie crust crunch. One pint packs 39g of protein and 315 calories — and tastes like a slice of pumpkin pie in scoopable form.

This is the recipe I make every September when pumpkin season hits. The vanilla pudding mix is the trick that keeps the texture creamy (real pumpkin puree can make ice cream icy without it), and the Biscoff cookies at the end give you that graham cracker crust feeling without any actual crust work.

If you love this, also try my Cookies and Cream Protein Ice Cream, Banana Cream Pie Protein Ice Cream, or Pumpkin Cheesecake Overnight Oats next.

Ingredients You’ll Need

(Full measurements in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.)

• Fairlife 2% milk — pushes the protein count up without piling on calories. Fairlife has 14g of protein per cup. Skim or whole Fairlife works too — higher fat = creamier.
• Unsweetened almond milk — keeps the calorie count balanced. Cashew milk, oat milk, or coconut milk also work.
• Vanilla protein powder — I use PEScience Gourmet Vanilla (code BAILEY saves you on all products). If you can find PEScience seasonal Pumpkin Pie protein powder, even better — but it only comes out in fall. Any whey or whey-casein blend works.
• Vanilla instant pudding mix — the secret to creamy, not icy. Pumpkin can make ice cream watery and the pudding mix counteracts it. Sugar-free works the same.
• Pure pumpkin puree — not pumpkin pie filling. Pumpkin pie filling is pre-sweetened and pre-spiced and will throw off both the flavor and the macros. Look for “100% pure pumpkin” or just “pumpkin” on the label.
• Pumpkin pie spice — store-bought works. If you don’t have it, mix ¾ tsp cinnamon, ¼ tsp nutmeg, ¼ tsp ginger, and a pinch of cloves.
• Biscoff cookies — chopped, added at the mix-in stage. Graham crackers, Lotus cookies, or speculaas all work as swaps. The cookie crumble is what gives you the pie crust crunch.

How to Make Pumpkin Pie Protein Ice Cream

1. Mix the base. Add the Fairlife milk, almond milk, pudding mix, protein powder, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice to the Ninja Creami pint up to the max fill line. Use a milk frother to fully combine.
2. Freeze 24 hours. Keep the pint flat in your freezer. A domed top can damage the blade.
3. Run under hot water. Once frozen solid, run the outside of the pint under hot water for 60–90 seconds before loading.
4. First spin: Lite Ice Cream. Powdery is normal.
5. Re-spin. This is where the texture goes silky. Re-spin again if needed.
6. Add Biscoff cookies and mix in. Make a hole in the center, drop in the chopped Biscoff cookies, hit Mix-In. Scoop and eat.

Tips for the Best Texture

1. Always re-spin if it looks crumbly. First spin = powdery. Second spin = creamy. Don’t add liquid and panic — re-spin first.
2. Don’t overdo the pumpkin. Stick to 2 tablespoons. Pumpkin is mostly water, and too much will make the ice cream icy no matter how much pudding mix you use. A little goes a long way.
3. Use Biscoff cookies, not graham crackers, if you can. Biscoff has more caramel-spice depth that matches pumpkin pie better than plain graham. Available year-round at most grocery stores.
4. Sprinkle cookies on top instead of mixing in for maximum crunch. Mixing them through pulverizes them into smaller pieces.
5. Short on time? Skip the wait, change the buttons. If you only froze 12–16 hours, skip Re-spin entirely. After Lite Ice Cream, go straight to Mix-In. This stops a half-frozen base from getting overworked and soupy.

For more tips and tricks check out my 10 Ninja Creami Tips For The Best Protein Ice Cream.

Mix-In Variations

• Pumpkin pie a la mode: Drizzle 1 tbsp sugar-free caramel sauce on top after the final spin + a dollop of whipped cream
• Maple pecan pumpkin: Swap Biscoff for chopped pecans and drizzle 1 tsp pure maple syrup on top
• Pumpkin cheesecake: Add 1 tbsp light cream cheese to the base before blending — tangy, rich cheesecake notes
• Pumpkin spice latte: Add 1 tsp instant espresso powder to the base for a coffee-pumpkin combo
• Higher protein: Add 2 tbsp of cottage cheese to the base before blending. Pushes protein over 45g per pint with no chalkiness — many top competitors use this trick
• Dairy-free: Use full coconut milk instead of Fairlife and a plant-based vanilla protein powder. Texture will be slightly less creamy but still really good.

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Pumpkin Pie Protein Ice Cream (Ninja Creami Recipe)

This pumpkin pie protein ice cream is such a delicious way to enjoy healthy soft serve ice cream during pumpkin season. This Ninja Creami pumpkin ice cream is perfect for those hot Fall days when you're craving pumpkin flavors, but you're not ready for baked goods yet.

Prep Time5 minutes mins

Cook Time1 day d

Total Time1 day d 5 minutes mins

Course: High Protein

Cuisine: American

Servings: 1 pint

Calories: 315kcal

Author: Bailey Campbell

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Ingredients 

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• 1 cup Fairlife 2% milk
• ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tbsp vanilla instant pudding mix
• 1 scoop vanilla protein powder I used PEScience Gourmet Vanilla flavor (can use code BAILEY at checkout to save money on all products)
• 2 tbsp pumpkin puree
• 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
• 1-2 biscoff cookies

Instructions

• Add all ingredients except biscoff cookies to the ninja creami container up to the max fill line and mix well with hand held frother.
• Freeze container for 24 hours until frozen solid.
• Remove frozen pint and run it under hot water for 60-90 seconds.
• Install the pint into your machine and press the Lite Ice Cream button for the first spin.
• Check the texture. If it’s still a bit powdery, pop it back in and press the Re-Spin button.
• Check ice cream. The final product should be creamy and have a smooth texture. If your desired consistency isn't reached you can add a tbsp of milk and spin again on the respin setting. Keep in mind when you add mix-ins it will mix the ice cream again.
• Once it’s silky smooth, dig a hole in the center and add chopped biscoff cookies. Spin once more on mix in setting and enjoy!

Notes

Can use code BAILEY at checkout to save on all PEScience products!

You can use Fairlife skim milk in this recipe instead. Keep in mind the higher in fat the milk = richer, smoother, dreamier ice cream.

You don't necessarily have to wait the full 24 hours of freezing time. Yes, waiting the full 24 hours will give you the best, most consistent results. But if you only froze it for 12-16 hours and you’re desperate for a frozen treat, you’re not out of luck. Skip the respin button and instead, hit the Mix-Ins button after the Lite Ice Cream cycle. This prevents the ice cream from getting overworked and soupy, which can happen when the base hasn’t fully solidified.

If your ice cream comes out powdery or crumbly after the first spin, instead of immediately reaching for the milk, try hitting the respin button first. More often than not, that’s all you need to get it creamy.

I always pre-chop or crush your mix-ins ahead of time.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pint | Calories: 315kcal | Carbohydrates: 19.4g | Protein: 39.3g | Fat: 4.8g | Saturated Fat: 1.4g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 486mg | Fiber: 2.1g | Sugar: 12.3g

The nutrition information provided is calculated based on industry-standard software and should be used as a general guide only. The information may vary depending on ingredient substitutions, cooking techniques, and individual serving sizes. It is the responsibility of the reader to ensure the accuracy and appropriateness of the nutritional information provided. Always consult a qualified healthcare provider for personalized medical or nutritional advice.

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