We finally jumped on the Ninja CREAMi bandwagon, and we’re not mad about it. This chocolate brownie Creami protein ice cream is rich, creamy and notably high in protein — about 35g per pint when made as directed. The base is a chocolate protein shake, studded with chopped flourless peanut butter protein brownie pieces and finished with a drippy peanut butter caramel sauce for an indulgent, balanced treat.
This dessert combines three simple elements: a chocolate protein shake base for flavor and protein, chopped brownie pieces for texture and chocolate intensity, and a quick peanut butter caramel drizzle to bring everything together. If you enjoy rich chocolate treats but want an easy way to increase protein, this recipe gives you both without compromising on flavor.
Team Fit Foodie’s hot take on CREAMi ice cream
- The Ninja CREAMi is a great tool for making single-serve frozen desserts quickly and with great texture.
- Using a ready-made protein shake as the base makes this recipe simple and packs in protein without extra powder or mixing.
- There are endless variations — swap the brownies or nut butter to create new flavor combinations.
Ingredients you need
- Chocolate protein shake: Use a chocolate protein shake as the base to provide a creamy chocolate flavor and substantial protein.
- Flourless peanut butter protein brownies: Chopped brownie pieces add texture and extra protein. Any brownie will work if you prefer a different recipe.
- Drippy peanut butter: Adds richness and pairs perfectly with chocolate. Use a smooth, pourable natural peanut butter for the drizzle.
- Maple syrup: Provides sweetness without refined sugar; it mixes well into the peanut butter for a saucy finish.
- Almond milk: A small splash helps with the re-spin step in the CREAMi to reach the best texture.
- Coconut oil: A tiny amount helps loosen the peanut butter for a silkier caramel drizzle.
Kitchen equipment needed
- Ninja CREAMi ice cream maker: This machine is designed to spin frozen pints into creamy ice cream, ice cream-like textures and mix-in blends. It’s the easiest route to replicate this recipe at home.
Chocolate Brownie Creami Protein Ice Cream
This recipe is made entirely in the Ninja CREAMi and yields an intensely chocolatey, slightly chewy, and satisfyingly protein-forward pint. Prep time is minimal; most time is simply freezing the pint overnight. The finished pint serves as an indulgent snack or post-workout treat.
Ingredients (per pint)
- 14 oz chocolate protein shake
- 2 tablespoons plain, unsweetened almond milk
- 1/2 flourless peanut butter protein brownie, chopped (or half of any brownie you prefer)
- 2 teaspoons drippy, all-natural peanut butter
- 2 teaspoons maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon coconut oil, melted
Instructions
- Pour the chocolate protein shake into the CREAMi pint, seal with the lid, and place on a level surface in the freezer. Freeze overnight or until entirely solid.
- Attach the frozen pint to the Ninja CREAMi and run the “Lite Ice Cream” setting for a full cycle. If the result is too powdery or crumbly, create a small well in the center and add 1–2 tablespoons of almond milk, then run a re-spin.
- After the re-spin yields a smooth texture, make another small well and add the chopped brownie pieces. Use the “Mix-Ins” cycle to evenly distribute the brownies without over-processing them.
- To make the peanut butter caramel sauce, stir together the peanut butter, maple syrup and melted coconut oil until smooth and pourable. Adjust thickness with a touch more oil or syrup as needed.
- Serve the ice cream topped with extra brownie chunks and a generous drizzle of the peanut butter caramel.
Tips & notes
- Any brownie can be used in place of the flourless peanut butter protein brownie; the protein content will vary accordingly.
- One typical flourless brownie is roughly 2″ x 2″. Chop to the desired chunk size so the mix-in cycle blends them without turning them into crumbs.
- If your CREAMi pint produces an icy texture after the first spin, the re-spin with a small amount of almond milk smooths it right out.
- Store any leftover ice cream in the freezer; allow it to soften for a few minutes at room temperature before scooping for best texture.
Nutrition (approximate)
Calories: 484 kcal, Carbohydrates: 37 g, Protein: 35 g, Fat: 25 g, Fiber: 4 g, Sugar: 25 g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be treated as an approximation.
Final thoughts
This Chocolate Brownie Creami protein ice cream is a fast, flexible recipe for anyone who loves chocolate, brownies, and an extra protein boost. It’s excellent for experimenting — swap in vanilla or different nut butters, add sea salt on top, or try other mix-ins like chopped nuts or cacao nibs. The Ninja CREAMi makes recreating your favorite frozen desserts at home simple, and this recipe proves you can have rich flavor and protein in one satisfying pint.
