Make your own Low Carb Half Baked Ice Cream with the Ninja Creami! If you love Ben & Jerry’s Half Baked ice cream but want to stay on track with your low-carb lifestyle, this homemade version is for you!

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This sugar-free, keto-friendly treat is loaded with creamy chocolate, homemade cookie dough and fudgy low-carb brownie bites—every spoonful is pure indulgence without the sugar crash.

It delivers all the rich chocolatey goodness, chewy brownie pieces, and delicious cookie dough chunks, without the extra carbs! Plus, this Ninja Creami recipe is packed with protein and healthy fats to keep you satisfied while sticking to your goals.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

Low carb & low sugar – enjoy your favorite flavors without the sugar overload.
Keto friendly – made with wholesome, low-carb ingredients that fit perfectly into a keto diet.
Protein packed – helps to keep you full longer while satisfying those sweet cravings.
Easy to make – the Ninja Creami does all the work, so you can enjoy a homemade frozen treat anytime!

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Sticking to a low-carb lifestyle doesn’t mean giving up your favorite desserts—it just means making them better. And trust me, once you try this version, you won’t miss the original!

It’s an easy way to enjoy a classic treat while making it just a little bit better for you. Plus, the Ninja Creami makes it ridiculously simple to whip up whenever a craving hits!

One of my favorite things about the Ninja Creami ice cream machine is making recipes that are tailored to our individual dietary needs! Where was this machine when I was living a fully keto lifestyle?! Now, I love that I can easily reduce the carbs and sugar content of my favorite treats!

Ingredients

For the ice cream:

Vanilla Premier Protein shake – this forms the creamy, protein-rich base of the ice cream. You can substitute with cream if you want and add your favorite protein powder (or not).
Sugar free vanilla pudding mix – for that creamy, ice cream texture!
Pure vanilla extract – helps to enhance all the flavours.

For the gluten free cookie dough:

1/3 cup salted butter softened
1/3 cup Swerve brown sugar sweetener
2 tsp pure vanilla extract
3/4 cup almond flour
1/3 cup Lily’s chocolate chips – chopped.

Mix ins:

Gluten-free cookie dough bites – using the recipe below OR store bought. I have yet to find a keto-friendly ready made cookie dough that is safe to eat raw but there might be one in stores.
Gluten-free keto brownie bites, broken up – store bought or made with a boxed mix. I find these are more readily available in stores now.
Sugar free chocolate syrup – this helps to give this copycat recipe that signature vanilla and chocolate ice cream swirl.
Lily’s dark chocolate chips – for extra bits of chocolate in every bite.

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Instructions

1. Pour the vanilla Premier Protein shake into the Ninja Creami pint container, add the dry pudding mix and vanilla. Blend well.

2. Place the container on a flat, even surface in your freezer and freeze for 24 hours or until solid.

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3. Meanwhile, make the cookie dough. In a small mixing bowl, combine butter, brown sugar sweetener and vanilla.

4. Slowly stir in the almond flour and mix until it reaches a cookie dough consistency. Add the dark chocolate chips last and mix well.

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5. Break into bite-sized pieces or use a melon baller to form tiny balls of dough and store in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer for longer. This batch makes enough for several servings of ice cream.

6. Remove the pint from the freezer, run it under hot water for 30 seconds, and remove the lid.

7. Place the container into the outer bowl of the Ninja Creami, then lock the lid into place.

8. Secure the outer bowl into the Ninja Creami machine and press the “Lite Ice Cream” button. Let the cycle run.

9. If the ice cream looks powdery after the first cycle, hit the “Re-spin” button.

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10. Once creamy, make a small hole in the center, all the way to the bottom and add in the cookie dough bites, brownie bites, chocolate chips, and chocolate syrup.

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11. Place the pint back into the machine and press the “Mix-in” button to incorporate everything.

12. Scoop into a bowl, add extra gluten-free cookie dough or brownie bites on top and enjoy every bite!

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Tips & Tricks

You can substitute a ½ teaspoon of xanthan gum for the dry pudding mix before freezing. This helps prevent ice crystals and still gives it that classic ice cream consistency.
Chop your mix-ins into small pieces so they distribute evenly throughout the ice cream.
Freeze your pint container on a flat, level surface to prevent uneven freezing.
If your ice cream is too hard, let it sit for 10-15 minutes at room temperature or run it under warm water for 30 seconds before spinning.
Re-spin if needed to get the perfect consistency—sometimes one extra cycle is all it takes.
To prevent icy chunks, try freezing without the lid or scraping off any excess before spinning.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How can I make this recipe even higher in protein?
Use Premier Protein shakes or Fairlife milk instead of regular milk or cream. You can also mix in a scoop of your favorite protein powder before freezing! Try different protein shake flavors like vanilla or cookies and cream for a fun twist.

When should I use regular mode vs. lite mode on the Ninja Creami?
Regular mode is best for high-fat recipes with a cream base. Lite mode works better for lower-fat recipes like this one, which uses a protein shake as the base.

Can I add different mix-ins?
Of course! Try sugar-free chocolate, gluten-free pretzels or chopped nuts for extra texture.

How should I store leftovers?
Flatten the top before refreezing in the pint container or an airtight container. If it hardens too much, reprocess it using the same mode you originally used. To prevent ice crystals, press a piece of parchment paper directly onto the surface before sealing and freezing.

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You’ll want to try a few more of my low carb Ninja Creami recipes like this turtle protein ice cream, Oreo protein ice cream or homemade cookie dough protein ice cream too!

Now, go grab your Ninja Creami and get ready to enjoy the best keto friendly version of Half Baked ice cream ever! Once you taste it, you’ll never want to go back to store-bought!

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