If you’re craving a creamy, protein-packed sweet treat, this Ninja Creami Banana Ice Cream is perfect. Smooth, flavorful, and surprisingly nutritious, this banana protein ice cream tastes indulgent while still being a smart choice after a workout or as a satisfying dessert.
Ninja Creami Banana Ice Cream
This simple Ninja Creami recipe uses ripe bananas to create a naturally sweet, ultra-creamy base. Bananas add both flavor and a smooth texture so the ice cream won’t be powdery, even with protein powder included. With about 13 grams of protein per serving, it’s a great post-workout snack or a lighter dessert.
If you want more protein, add an extra scoop or two of your favorite protein powder to the base. Note this recipe is not keto-friendly; for a low-carb alternative, try a dairy-free keto chocolate recipe instead.
Banana Protein Ice Cream Nutrition
- Per serving: 21 g total carbs, 2 g fiber, 4 g sugar alcohols, 15 g net carbs, 13 g protein, 2 g fat
- Makes about 3 servings per pint
Why you’ll love this Ninja Creami Banana Ice Cream
- High protein: About 13 g protein per serving.
- Low calorie: Around 134 kcal per serving.
- Effortless: The Ninja Creami makes the process quick and simple.
Ingredients
- Fairlife milk – a higher-protein, low-fat milk option that blends smoothly.
- Bananas – ripe bananas for the base and extra slices to garnish.
- Unflavored grass-fed whey protein – I use an unflavored whey to keep the banana flavor forward and avoid grit.
- Vanilla extract – or vanilla bean paste for a richer vanilla note.
- Monk fruit erythritol blend – a low-calorie sweetener to taste.
Tips & Tricks
Plan ahead: the ice cream base must freeze solid for 18–24 hours before processing in the Ninja Creami. Use ripe bananas for maximum sweetness and creaminess. If the finished ice cream is a bit dry or powdery after the first spin, simply use the “spin again” setting.
Tools to make this easy recipe
- Ninja blender or similar high-speed blender for a smooth base.
- Ninja Creami ice cream maker (or compatible machine) for creaming frozen pints into scoopable ice cream.
How to make Ninja Creami Banana Ice Cream
- Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the mixture into a Creami pint, seal the lid, and freeze flat for 18–24 hours.
- When fully frozen, remove the pint from the freezer and take off the lid.
- Place the pint into the Ninja Creami pint holder, insert the blade into the lid, then lock the assembly into the machine.
- Select the ice cream or soft-serve program and process.
- If the texture is dust-like or not creamy, use the “spin again” option. After churning, use the “mix-in” setting if you want to add toppings or mix-ins, then serve.
Note: Slice any remaining banana and serve on top for a fresh garnish.
Substitutions
Swap Fairlife 1% milk for half-and-half or heavy cream for a richer, higher-fat ice cream (will increase calories and fat). Using whole lactose-free milk is another option but may change the freezing/texture slightly and could require an extra spin in the Creami.
How to store
- Keep the ice cream frozen with the lid on and store on a flat surface. Properly sealed, it will keep for several months, though best quality is within 3 months.
- If you scoop part of the pint, smooth the top flat before refreezing so it processes evenly in the Ninja Creami when you’re ready to enjoy it again.
- Re-spin the pint in the Ninja Creami after it has been fully frozen to refresh the texture.
More Ninja Creami Ice Cream Recipes
If you enjoy this banana protein ice cream, try other Ninja Creami flavors such as dairy-free keto chocolate, peanut butter, coffee, or chocolate chip. These recipes use the same basic method—blend, freeze, and process—so you can mix and match flavors and add-ins to suit your taste.
Protein Banana Ice Cream | Ninja Creami
Equipment
- Ninja Creami (or compatible ice cream maker)
Ingredients
- 1.5 large bananas
- 1 cup Fairlife 1% milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon monk fruit erythritol blend (or sweetener to taste)
- 2 scoops unflavored grass-fed whey protein
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to a blender and blend until smooth.
- Pour into a Creami pint, seal, and freeze flat for 18–24 hours.
- Remove frozen pint, fit into the Ninja Creami pint holder, attach the blade and lid, and process on the ice cream or soft-serve setting.
- If the texture is dry or powdery after the first spin, use “spin again.” Use the “mix-in” setting if adding mix-ins.
- Remove from the machine and enjoy immediately, or refreeze for later (respin in the Creami before serving).
Notes
Optional: slice remaining banana and serve on top. The sweetener listed provides sugar alcohols; per serving the recipe yields roughly 21 g total carbs, 2 g fiber, 4 g sugar alcohols (15 g net carbs), 13 g protein, and 2 g fat.