Copycat Turtle Protein Ice Cream (Ninja Creami Recipe)

A spoon holds a scoop of creamy dessert topped with caramel sauce, chocolate chunks, and chopped nuts, over a bowl filled with the same mixture. More chocolate pieces and nuts are scattered around the wooden surface.

Copycat Turtle Protein Ice Cream (Ninja Creami Recipe)

If you love a turtle blizzard but want a protein packed twist, this Turtle Protein Ice Cream Recipe is for you! Creamy, crunchy and drizzled with caramel-y perfection.

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Prep Time: 5

Author: Heather Painchaud

Servings: 1 pint

Ingredients

1 ½ cups vanilla Premier Protein shake
1 tbsp vanilla pudding mix
¼ tsp toffee extract
2 tbsp pecans chopped
2 tbsp chocolate chunks chopped
1-2 tbsp caramel syrup

Instructions

Pour the vanilla Premier Protein shake into the Ninja Creami pint container.
Add the toffee extract and stir to combine.
Place the pint on a flat surface in your freezer and freeze for 24 hours or until solid.
Once frozen, remove the pint from the freezer and 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 pecans.
Once creamy, make a small hole in the center and add the pecans, chocolate chunks, and caramel syrup.
Press the Mix-In button and let the machine incorporate everything.
Drizzle with extra caramel on top, grab a spoon, and enjoy!

Notes

Want ultra-creamy ice cream? Add ½ teaspoon xanthan gum before freezing to maintain texture.

Chop mix-ins into small pieces so they distribute evenly and blend smoothly.

Place the pint on a flat surface in your freezer to prevent freezing at an angle.

If the ice cream is too hard, 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 before spinning to prevent icy chunks.

If a dome forms on top while freezing, try freezing without the lid or scrape off any excess before spinning to protect your blades.

If you're looking to reduce sugar content, consider using natural sweeteners like honey or agave syrup for a different flavor profile.

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