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Chunky Monkey Protein Ice Cream, a creamy, high-protein treat with banana, chocolate chunks, and walnuts made in the Ninja Creami. It’s a tasty, guilt-free version of the Ben & Jerry’s classic!

NINJA CREAMI CHUNKY MONKEY PROTEIN ICE CREAM

Have you tried Ben & Jerry’s chunky monkey ice cream? If you have, and/or if you love bananas, you’re going to LOVE this NInja Creami Chunky Monkey Protein Ice Cream!

It’s a homemade ice cream that features an indulgent banana ice cream base with chunks of chocolate and chopped almonds. You won’t believe how creamy and flavorful it is!

One of my favorite Ninja Creami recipes, it features 19 grams of protein per serving and is so good even your kids will love it.

Chunky monkey protein ice cream is my 9-year-old’s go-to breakfast! Which I love because I can prep several at the beginning of the week and have them ready for busy mornings.

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Looking for more breakfast recipes? Try my Ninja Creami Orange Julius Protein Ice Cream, Flaxseed Muffins, or 2-Ingredient Chaffle Recipe

INGREDIENTS IN CHUNKY MONKEY PROTEIN ICE CREAM

You only need a few simple ingredients to make this super creamy chunky monkey protein ice cream.

You’ll also love that there is no heavy whipping cream and no added sugar, making this a healthy option for breakfast (or dessert!)

***Ingredient amounts and instructions are in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

FOR THE ICE CREAM

ripe bananas

You’ll want to use a banana that is ripe, but not over-ripe. The recipe is fairly forgiving, but try to use bananas that are yellow without much green or brown.

You’ll need 1 large banana, I recommend weighing the banana to be sure you have the right amount.

milk

I like to use whole milk in my Ninja Creami protein ice cream recipes because it makes for the best texture, but you can also substitute a dairy-free milk if needed.

My favorite dairy-free milk for Ninja Creami recipes is Oatly full-fat oat milk (which is certified gluten free)

protein powder

The addition of protein powder in Ninja Creami recipes not only adds extra nutritional value to keep you full longer, it also contributes to a super creamy texture!

I list all my favs, including dairy-free options, in the recipe card below.

MIX-INS

walnuts

You’ll find walnuts in the classic Ben and Jerry’s treat also, because they pair so well with bananas!

If you don’t like walnuts, you can sub for your favorite nut (pecans also taste great) or just leave them out.

chocolate chips

You can use mini chocolate chips or full-size, depending on what you like. I love to add dark chocolate, but you can use whatever chocolate you like including a sugar-free or dairy free chocolate chips.

HOW TO MAKE NINJA CREAMI CHUNKY MONKEY ICE CREAM

You’re going to love how easy this recipe! All you’ll need is a few simple ingredients and enough time to freeze overnight.

Full ingredients and instructions are in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Step 1: Mash banana

Place banana chunks in bottom of a Ninja Creami pint container and puree with an immersion blender or mash with a fork.

Step 2: Add milk and protein powder

Add milk and protein powder.

PRO TIP: This recipe works great with dairy-free milk and protein powder, see notes in the recipe card!

Step 3: Blend and freeze

I love using an immersion blender for Ninja Creamis, makes it so easy! You can also use a whisk.

Place the lid tightly and be sure to freeze on a level surface. Freeze for at least 8 hours.

Step 4: Process ice cream

When you’re ready for ice cream, take the pint container out of the freezer and process using “lite ice cream” setting.

If the ice cream is crumbly on top, use the re-spin setting.

If you’re using dairy-free ingredients, you might need to add a splash of dairy-free milk before re-spinning.

Step 5: Add mix-ins

There should be a hole in the center of your ice cream pint. If there isn’t a hole, use a spoon to make one in the center of the pint, all the way to the bottom.

Add chocolate chips and walnut pieces and process using the “mix-ins” option

HOW TO STORE

Ninja Creami ice cream is best if consumed immediately after churning.

If you have leftovers, smooth the ice cream so that it’s level on top, cap with the lid, and freeze on a level surface.

You can then process again using the “lite ice cream” function.

MORE HEALTHY RECIPES YOU MIGHT LIKE

Black Bean Brownie Batter

Chocolate Chip Energy Bites

Flaxseed Muffins

NInja Creami Orange Julius Protein Ice Cream

2 Ingredient Chaffle Recipe

Quinoa Granola

Paleo Pumpkin Donuts

Chocolate Brownie Protein Balls

If you’re looking for more healthy ice creams, I think you’ll also love this protein ice cream from The Clean Eating Couple!

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CHUNKY MONKEY PROTEIN ICE CREAM (NINJA CREAMI)

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