Creamy, high-protein ice cream made with your favorite shake—no ice cream maker needed!
If you love a sweet and frosty treat that actually fits your health goals, this Premier Protein Ice Cream is a must-try. It’s ultra-satisfying, super easy, customizable, and made with just a few simple ingredients. Whether you’re craving chocolate, vanilla, caramel, or strawberry, this no-churn ice cream delivers big flavor and over 20g of protein per serving—without the added sugar or calories.
🛒 Ingredients (Serves 2–3):
- 1 (11–12 oz) Premier Protein shake (any flavor: vanilla, chocolate, caramel, etc.)
- 1/4 cup low-fat cottage cheese (blended until smooth)
- 1–2 tbsp sugar-free instant pudding mix (complementary flavor like chocolate or vanilla)
- 1 tbsp allulose or erythritol (optional, for extra sweetness)
- 1/4 tsp xanthan gum or 1 tsp vegetable glycerin (optional, for creaminess)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract (optional but adds a homemade touch)
🍴 Instructions:
- Blend all ingredients in a high-speed blender until completely smooth and creamy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness or extract, if desired.
- Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container.
- Freeze for at least 4–6 hours.
- Let sit at room temperature for 10–15 minutes before scooping.
🔄 Flavor Variations:
- Strawberry: Use Strawberry Premier Protein, strawberry pudding mix, and add 1 tbsp sugar-free jam.
- Chocolate Fudge: Use Chocolate Premier Protein + chocolate pudding + 1 tbsp cocoa powder.
- Caramel Swirl: Use Caramel shake + butterscotch pudding + sugar-free caramel drizzle on top.
- Cookies & Cream: Use Vanilla shake + vanilla pudding + crushed low-carb cookies.
(Store-bought or homemade cookies will work! See recipes here!)
💡 Tips:
- Whipped cottage cheese gives this ice cream a creamy, protein-rich texture. You can sub Greek yogurt if needed.
- Xanthan gum or glycerin helps prevent iciness and improves scoopability.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the freezer and allow to thaw slightly before serving.
This protein-packed dessert is perfect for:
✔️ Post-workout recovery
✔️ Low-calorie dessert
✔️ Sweet cravings without the crash