Protein First: Versatile Vanilla Ice Cream
The Benefits of Making Your Own Ice Cream
Why bother making your own ice cream when you can simply purchase a pint of Halo Top or a similar brand? The answer lies in the cost and nutritional value of making your own ice cream compared to store-bought options. By making your own ice cream, you can double or triple the protein content and pay less per pint. On average, Halo Top ice cream costs around $5 per pint with 16 to 24 grams of protein. In contrast, making your own ice cream with MD Protein powder can cost roughly $4 per pint with 40 to 70 grams of protein.
Introducing the Ninja CREAMi
The Ninja CREAMi is an ice cream machine that makes it easy to create high-protein, no-added-sugar ice cream at home. With the Ninja CREAMi, you can choose from a variety of milk options and customize your ice cream with mix-ins to fit your macros and nutritional needs. In this article, we’ll explore the basics of making vanilla ice cream with the Ninja CREAMi and provide tips on how to customize your ice cream to suit your tastes.
Basic Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe
To make the basic vanilla ice cream recipe, you’ll need the following ingredients:
* 12 ounces of milk or alternative milk (cow’s milk, almond milk, canned coconut milk, or other alternatives)
* 2 scoops of MD Protein powder (vanilla or chocolate flavor)
* Optional mix-ins (nuts, chocolate chips, coconut flakes, bits of fruit, or no-sugar granola cereal)
Step 1: Choose Your Milk
The first step in making your own ice cream is to choose your milk. You can use cow’s milk, almond milk, canned coconut milk, or other alternatives. If you want the creamiest ice cream texture, use milk with at least a little fat. Fat-free milk works too, but it may produce a slightly icier texture.
Step 2: Add Protein Powder
To make the most flavorful and high-protein ice cream, add two scoops of MD Protein powder to your milk. Choose vanilla or chocolate flavor. You can also use plain whey protein powder, but it may not produce the same flavor or texture as MD Protein powder.
Step 3: Whisk and Freeze
Whisk the milk and protein powder together until well combined. Pour the mixture into the provided Ninja CREAMi pint cup and freeze it overnight. This is the only annoying part of the process: you need to plan ahead. However, you can solve this problem by buying extra pint cups so you always have one frozen and ready to spin.
Step 4: Spin It!
Place the frozen pint in your Ninja CREAMi machine and use the “lite ice cream” button to give it a churn. Take a look at the ice cream. It’s probably perfect, but it might look powdery or dry. If that’s the case, add one tablespoon of milk, place it back in the machine, and hit the “re-spin” button.
Step 5: Add Mix-Ins
Now it’s time to add your mix-ins. Choose from nuts, chocolate chips, coconut flakes, bits of fruit, or no-sugar granola cereal. You can add one-fourth of a cup of chopped mix-ins per pint. Just make sure everything is chopped up before adding it to the ice cream.
Customization Options
The beauty of making your own ice cream is that you can customize it to fit your macros and nutritional needs. Here are some tips on how to customize your ice cream:
* Use sugar-free pudding mix to make new flavors. Add one or two tablespoons of pudding mix to the base of milk and protein powder.
* Use cocoa powder to make chocolate ice cream.
* Add a teaspoon or two of sugar-free gelatin to make new flavors.
* Use powdered peanut butter to make peanut butter protein ice cream.
Nutrition Information
Here is the nutrition information for the basic vanilla ice cream recipe:
* Calories: 425
* Protein: 67g
* Carbs: 25g
* Fat: 7g
Conclusion
Making your own ice cream with the Ninja CREAMi is a fun and rewarding process. With this basic vanilla ice cream recipe, you can create a delicious and high-protein ice cream that fits your macros and nutritional needs. By customizing your ice cream with mix-ins and flavorings, you can create a unique and tasty treat that you’ll love.
FAQs
Q: What is the Ninja CREAMi?
A: The Ninja CREAMi is an ice cream machine that makes it easy to create high-protein, no-added-sugar ice cream at home.
Q: Can I use other types of milk in the recipe?
A: Yes, you can use cow’s milk, almond milk, canned coconut milk, or other alternatives.
Q: Can I add other flavorings to the ice cream?
A: Yes, you can add sugar-free pudding mix, cocoa powder, sugar-free gelatin, or powdered peanut butter to make new flavors.
Q: How do I store my ice cream?
A: You can store your ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to three days.
Q: Can I make ice cream with other protein powders?
A: Yes, you can use other protein powders, such as whey protein or casein protein, to make ice cream. However, the flavor and texture may be slightly different.
Q: How do I know when the ice cream is ready?
A: The ice cream is ready when it’s churned and has a creamy texture. You can also check the consistency by scooping a small amount of ice cream into a bowl and letting it sit at room temperature for a few minutes. If it’s still too powdery, re-spin the ice cream and check the consistency again.
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