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A bowl of chocolate ice cream topped with banana slices, pecans, and chocolate chips. Surrounding the bowl are additional banana slices scattered on a beige surface.

Chunky Monkey Protein Ice Cream (Ninja Creami Recipe)

Make your own Chunky Monkey protein ice cream in the Ninja Creami! Packed with banana flavor, chocolate chunks, and crunchy walnuts for a tasty, healthy treat!
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Chilling Time: 24 hours
Author: Heather Painchaud
Servings: 1 serving
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Ingredients

  • 1 banana sliced
  • 1 cup chocolate Premier Protein shake
  • 1 Tbsp banana pudding mix
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Mix-Ins:

  • 1 Tbsp chocolate chips
  • 1 Tbsp walnuts chopped

Instructions

  • Put the banana slices into a Ninja Creami pint container, add the chocolate Premier Protein shake.
  • Add the extract and pudding mix. Stir to combine, making sure that the ingredients stay below the max fill line.
  • Place the pint on a flat, level surface in your freezer and freeze for 24 hours or until solid.
  • Once frozen, remove the pint from the freezer and let it rest at room temperature for 10-15 minutes or run it under hot water for 30 seconds.
  • Take off the lid, place the pint into the outer bowl of the Ninja Creami, and lock the outer bowl lid into place.
  • Secure the outer bowl into the machine, select the Lite Ice Cream mode, and let the Ninja Creami work its magic.
  • When the cycle is complete, check the texture. If it’s powdery, press the re-spin button.
  • While the ice cream is spinning, chop up the walnuts and chocolate chips.
  • Once creamy, make a small hole in the center and add the mix-ins.
  • Press the Mix-In button and let the machine incorporate everything.
  • Add more walnuts, chocolate chips, and slices of banana on top, grab a spoon, and enjoy!

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Notes

  • Place the pint on a flat, level surface in your freezer to prevent freezing at an angle.
  • If the ice cream is too hard after the first spin, use the Re-spin function for a softer consistency.
  • Let the frozen pint sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes or run under hot water for 30 seconds before spinning to prevent icy chunks.
  • Swap out the chocolate Premier Protein for vanilla protein powder and unsweetened almond milk for a plant-based protein option.
  • Add a spoonful of peanut butter for an extra boost of flavor and protein.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 471kcal | Carbohydrates: 58g | Protein: 33g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 403mg | Potassium: 518mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 78IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 28mg | Iron: 2mg