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This delightful 26 grams of protein per serving, this Ninja Creami key lime pie protein ice cream is the perfect treat or breakfast! It’s made with a Greek yogurt base and is SO good, my tween loves prepping a few pints on Sunday for filling breakfasts throughout the week.

NINJA CREAMI KEY LIME PIE ICE CREAM

This Ninja Creami key lime pie protein ice cream is the newest addition to my protein ice cream obsession, and has taken the Ninja Creami community by storm!

You only need 4 ingredients to make a super creamy protein ice cream that taste just like key lime pie, and you won’t even need heavy cream or added sugar (don’t worry though, I promise it still tastes just as good)

I quickly discovered that it is SO easy to make healthy protein ice creams that also taste absolutely amazing using the Ninja Creami ice cream maker (which is my new fav kitchen appliance), and the protein powder is what makes the texture sooo creamy!

All of my recipes are kid-approved and enjoyed by the whole family, which speaks volumes when you have an age range of toddler to almost-adult.

If you’ve tried my Ninja Creami orange julius protein ice cream or Ninja Creami chunky monkey ice cream, you know just how good this homemade ice cream is!

This key lime pie version is my tween’s and teenager’s favorite, and they like to prep a few pints over the weekend for quick and filling breakfasts before school.

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Looking for more Ninja Creami recipes? Try my Ninja Creami Orange Julius Protein Ice Cream or Ninja Creami Chunky Monkey Ice Cream (Ben and Jerry’s copycat!)

INGREDIENTS IN NINJA CREAMI PROTEIN ICE CREAM

You only need four ingredients to make this key lime pie ice cream recipe! Of course, if you want to jazz it up a bit you can add some fun toppings like gluten-free graham cracker crumbs and whipped cream.

Tiny tropical umbrellas are optional but so, so fun 😉

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

Milk

I recommend using whole milk. I’ve tested my recipes with regular Fairlife and 2%, and whole milk works best.

If you would like added protein and less sugar, you can use the Fairlife whole milk.

A full-fat oat milk would probably work as well.

vanilla protein powder

I love Just Ingredients protein powder which is gluten-free and has simple, real ingredients. I’ve also had good results with Clean Simple Eats.

lime juice

You can use key lime juice from a bottle or fresh key limes, or you can use regular lime juice.

key lime pie Greek yogurt

I used Chobani brand key lime pie Greek yogurt.

TOPPINGS FOR SERVING

While this Ninja Creami key lime pie protein ice cream is SO good on its own and you can eat it straight from the jar, it’s super fun to dress up! Try some of these toppings/mix-ins.

whipped cream

You can use a dollop of fresh whipped cream or a squirt of Reddi Whip. Either way, this one is a great addition!

graham cracker crumbs

I used Simple Mills Sweet Thins which taste like Teddy Grahams and are our fav graham cracker substitute. I just popped them in a food processor for a few seconds then sprinkled them on after topping the ice cream with whipped cream.

mix-ins

If you want the experience of graham cracker crust in your key lime pie protein ice cream, go ahead and make the recipe as directed.

After the first spin, make an indent in the middle of the ice cream almost all the way to the bottom, and drop a few graham cracker pieces inside (I used gluten-free). At this point you can also add a few small chunks of frozen cream cheese (use whole fat and freeze in 1 teaspoon portions) for a key lime cheesecake flavor.

Use the mix-in setting, then top with whipped cream and additional graham cracker crumbs, and enjoy!

My kids also like to add white chocolate chips as a mix-in.

HOW TO MAKE KEY LIME PIE PROTEIN ICE CREAM IN THE NINJA CREAMI

This recipe does require a Ninja Creami ice cream machine, I haven’t tried it using a regular ice cream maker or any other method.

While the ice cream mixes in mere minutes (2-3), you’ll need to allow time for the mixture to freeze overnight or for at least 8-10 hours.

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

Step 1: make ice cream base

In a Ninja Creami pint container, combine whole milk, vanilla protein powder, lime juice, and key lime pie Greek yogurt using a whisk, immersion blender, or frother.

You can also add a splash of vanilla extract or a small amount of vanilla bean paste to enhance the flavor, but it tastes great as-is.

The mixture should be smooth and a little frothy.

Step 2: freeze

Top the pint container with a lid, label, and freeze overnight or for at least 8 hours.

PRO TIP: Removing the jar from the freezer 5-10 minutes before processing can help you avoid the need for a re-spin.

Step 3: process

When you’re ready for protein ice cream, remove the lid from the pint container, place bowl assembly into the machine and twist until it clicks.

Use the lite ice cream function to process.

If the ice cream is a bit crumbly on top, just add a splash of milk or key lime pie yogurt, and use the re-spin function.

Step 4: add mix-ins optional

Use any or all of the suggested mix-ins listed above, adding them to a hole you’ve created in the center of the ice cream. Process on mix-ins.

Step 5: serve

Serve your Ninja Creami key lime pie protein ice cream with whipped cream and graham cracker crumbs if you would like, or just eat it straight from the jar!

This recipe makes 2 servings with 26 grams of protein each.

HOW TO STORE LEFTOVERS

Store leftover tamale pie in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4-5 days.

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KEY LIME PIE ICE CREAM RECIPE (NINJA CREAMI PROTEIN VERSION)

If you’re looking for a healthy sweet treat that tastes indulgent, then you’ll love this protein ice cream recipe!

If you’re skeptical, you’ll just have to take my word for it! You’ll be converted at the first bite, I promise 😉

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