Chocolate Peanut Butter Protein Ice Cream (Ninja Creami)

Indulge in Ninja Creami Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream for a creamy, delicious treat. This easy-to-make dessert blends rich chocolate with creamy peanut butter, satisfying every sweet tooth.

I just whipped up the most ridiculously indulgent treat in my Ninja Creami machine. I absolutely have to share the recipe with you—it’s a Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream that’s seriously to die for. 

If you’re anything like me and think peanut butter and chocolate is the combo of the gods, then you’re going to love this.

This ice cream is like a dream come true for any peanut butter and chocolate lover. It’s super creamy, rich, and has that perfect balance of sweet and salty with every bite. 

The best part? It’s made in the Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker, so it’s ridiculously smooth and perfectly churned. Plus, it’s a fun twist from the usual flavors, making it a sure hit for any occasion or just a special treat for yourself.

My favorite part about this recipe is how much protein it contains. If you’re anything like me and you’re sick of boneless skinless chicken breasts, this is a fun way to sneak in more protein.

If you love ninja creami recipes you may also like to try my Salted Caramel Protein Ice Cream or my Protein Vanilla Ice Cream.

WHY YOU’LL LOVE THIS NINJA CREAMI CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER ICE CREAM

You’ll love this high protein Ninja Creami Chocolate Peanut Butter Ice Cream because it perfectly blends the rich, indulgent flavors of chocolate with the creamy, savory taste of peanut butter. 

It’s incredibly smooth and creamy, thanks to the Ninja Creami, and each bite offers a satisfying balance of sweetness and a hint of salt. 

Plus, it’s super easy to make at home, letting you enjoy gourmet-quality ice cream anytime you crave it!

SIMPLE INGREDIENTS YOU NEED FOR THE NINJA CREAMI PEANUT BUTTER ICE CREAM

You will need the full ingredient list below to make the homemade ice cream (the exact measurements, nutritional information and full recipe are in the printable recipe card at the bottom of the post):

• Fairlife chocolate milk – alternatively you can use a chocolate protein shake and omit the chocolate protein powder. For a less rich chocolate flavor you can add some whole milk or even skim milk to lower the calories slightly.
• Unsweetened almond milk – alternative non-dairy milk such as cashew milk, coconut milk, soy milk, etc.
• Sugar-free chocolate pudding mix – the instant pudding mix is used to make the ice cream thick and creamy. Can also use guar gum, xanthan gum or vanilla pudding mix.
• Chocolate protein powder – chocolate whey protein or chocolate plant-based protein
• Peanut butter powder – used for the peanut butter flavor but lower in calories
• Sea salt
• Toppings – such as peanut butter cups, peanut butter chips, etc.
• Optional – chocolate chips, vanilla extract, cream cheese, heavy cream, vanilla bean paste, unsweetened cocoa powder, etc.

HOW TO MAKE

1. Add the chocolate milk, almond milk, pudding mix, chocolate protein powder, peanut butter powder and sea salt to the ninja creami pint container up to the max fill line and mix well with hand held frother.
2. Freeze container for 24 hours until frozen solid.
3. Remove frozen pint, run under hot water for 60 seconds and install into your machine. It’s important that your pint has a level surface, otherwise it can damage the blade. 
4. For the first spin, press lite Ice Cream button. Remove the outer bowl lid. If ice cream is still powdery, then add back to machine and press respin button.
5. 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 bit more liquid and spin again on the respin setting. 
6. Make a small hole in the center of the ice cream and add your peanut butter cups. Mix again using the “mix-in” button. Enjoy!

TIPS AND TRICKS FOR BEST RESULTS

1. Sift Cocoa Powder: To avoid lumps and ensure the cocoa mixes evenly throughout the ice cream, sift your cocoa powder before adding it to the milk and cream mixture.
2. Experiment with Sweetness: Depending on your taste preference, adjust the amount of sugar and peanut butter. You might want a sweeter or more pronounced peanut butter flavor, so feel free to tweak these ingredients.
3. Add-In Ingredients at the End: If you’re adding chocolate chips or any chunky mix-ins like chopped peanuts, add them during the last few minutes of the final churn to distribute them evenly without breaking them down too much.
4. Keep It Creamy: Run the Ninja Creami on the ice cream setting multiple times if necessary. Sometimes, a second or third churn might be needed to achieve the creamiest texture.

FAQS

HOW DOES THE NINJA CREAMI DIFFER FROM A TRADITIONAL ICE CREAM MAKER?

The Ninja Creami differs significantly from traditional ice cream makers as it doesn’t require pre-freezing the bowl and can churn ice cream from a frozen pint of the base mixture you prepare the next day. This means you can go from prep to eating with minimal effort and waiting time.

WHAT ARE THE BEST MILKS TO USE FOR MAKING LOW SUGAR ICE CREAM IN THE NINJA CREAMI?

For low sugar options, the best milks are those with naturally lower sugar content like unsweetened almond milk, coconut milk, or heavy cream. These options help keep your ice cream low in carbs while still ensuring a creamy texture.

HOW DO I GET MORE OF A SOFT-SERVE CONSISTENCY FOR THIS CREAMY TREAT?

After spinning using the Lite Ice Cream function, add more milk to the ninja creami pint and spin again on re-spin setting. Adding the additional liquid will yield more soft-serve results vs thick ice cream.

HOW MANY GRAMS OF PROTEIN DOES THIS NINJA CREAMI CONTAINER RECIPE CONTAIN?

This specific ninja creami recipe contains 37 g protein per pint.

Other Ninja Creami Ice Cream Recipes!

• Chocolate Hazelnut Ice Cream
• Snickers Chocolate Protein Ice Cream
• Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe
• Ninja Creami Chocolate Ice Cream
• Banana Cream Pie Protein Ice Cream
• Biscoff Protein Ice Cream
• Birthday Cake Ice Cream In The Ninja Creami
• Protein Monster Cookie Ninja Creami
• Berry Smoothie Bowl
• Cinnamon Toast Crunch Protein Ice Cream
• Peanut Butter Cup Protein Ice Cream

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