Chocolate is one of my favorite flavors to work with in the Ninja Creami, since it holds up well no matter what direction you take it, whether that’s a rich protein base, a low-calorie sorbet, or something built around pudding instead of custard. It never gets old finding a new way to make it work
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- Ninja Creami Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Chocolate Lovers Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Chocolate Sorbet-Low Calorie
- Ninja Creami Jamoca Almond Fudge Protein Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Chocolate Protein Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Frozen Hot Chocolate Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Caramel Mocha Oreo Crumble Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Almond Joy Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Low Calorie Chocolate Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Double Dark Chocolate Chip Protein Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Protein Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami SCOOPABLE Chocolate Oreo Protein Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Rocky Road Protein Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Chocolate Covered Strawberry Protein Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Mocha Espresso Protein Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Low Calorie Chocolate Cheesecake Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Chocolate Pudding Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Caramel Fudge Waffle Cone Protein Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami York Peppermint Patty Protein Ice Cream
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I always like turning a favorite candy bar into ice cream, and this list has a few of those. Almond Joy, Rocky Road, and York Peppermint Patty all borrow their flavor from something I already had a soft spot for, which makes them an easy sell even before you take the first bite.
The protein ones were important to get right without sacrificing flavor. Double Dark Chocolate Chip Protein Ice Cream, Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Protein Ice Cream, and Mocha Espresso Protein Ice Cream all keep a rich chocolate base while still packing in protein, and they process into that same smooth texture I always want from ice cream.
Top Tips
- Chop candy pieces before processing if they are big. Larger chunks of Oreo, waffle cone, or peppermint patty have a tendency of staying intact when you use the mix-ins process. So, chop them up a bit to make sure they get mixed throughout the ice cream.
- Freeze the container on a level surface. To prevent an uneven top, be sure that you put the container in the freezer on a level surface.
- Re-spin if it looks crumbly. A dry or sandy texture after the first spin usually means it needs to be re-spun, with or without a splash of liquid.
- Process straight out of the freezer. As long as you are using the proper ingredients and your freezer is the proper temperature, you should process straight out of the freezer as the machine is made to process frozen solid base recipes.
- Use unsweetened cocoa powder for consistency. It gives the most reliable chocolate flavor across recipes without adding extra sugar.
Ninja Creami Chocolate Peanut Butter Banana Ice Cream
Peanut butter and banana add richness to a chocolate base that already brings plenty of flavor. Two familiar mix-ins make for an especially thick pint.
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Ninja Creami Chocolate Lovers Ice Cream
This one skips the extra mix-ins and keeps the focus entirely on chocolate. A straightforward pint for anyone who wants nothing else competing for attention.
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Ninja Creami Chocolate Sorbet-Low Calorie
A dairy-free sorbet built around chocolate flavor instead of a creamy base. It keeps calories down while still landing solidly in dessert territory.
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Ninja Creami Jamoca Almond Fudge Protein Ice Cream
Coffee, almond, and fudge give this protein ice cream a flavor closer to a coffeehouse treat than a typical pint. The almond pieces add crunch in every bite.
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Ninja Creami Chocolate Protein Ice Cream
A straightforward protein ice cream with nothing but chocolate flavor doing the work. Simple, high protein, and easy to make on repeat.
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Ninja Creami Frozen Hot Chocolate Ice Cream
Hot chocolate gets turned into a frozen, scoopable treat instead of a mug you drink. The flavor stays just as rich, minus the spoon-stirring.
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Ninja Creami Caramel Mocha Oreo Crumble Ice Cream
Caramel, mocha, and crushed Oreo pieces layer three distinct flavors into one pint. Coffee lovers get their fix alongside the cookie crunch.
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Ninja Creami Almond Joy Ice Cream
Coconut, almond, and chocolate all trace back to the candy bar this recipe is named after. It’s a direct translation of the bar into a scoopable pint.
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Ninja Creami Low Calorie Chocolate Ice Cream
A basic chocolate ice cream built to keep the calorie count down without giving up flavor. No extra mix-ins, just chocolate done simply.
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Ninja Creami Double Dark Chocolate Chip Protein Ice Cream
Dark chocolate chips add crunch on top of an already dark chocolate base. Protein content stays high the whole way through.
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Ninja Creami Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Protein Ice Cream
Peanut butter cup pieces bring the candy flavor into a protein ice cream base. A dessert favorite reworked into something higher in protein.
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Ninja Creami SCOOPABLE Chocolate Oreo Protein Ice Cream
Crushed Oreo pieces run through a chocolate protein base built to scoop straight out of the freezer. No extra thawing time required.
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Ninja Creami Rocky Road Protein Ice Cream
Marshmallow and nuts bring the classic rocky road mix into a protein ice cream base. The texture stays chunky in every bite.
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Ninja Creami Chocolate Covered Strawberry Protein Ice Cream
Strawberry and chocolate pair up in a protein ice cream inspired by the classic dipped treat. Real fruit flavor runs through the whole pint.
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Ninja Creami Mocha Espresso Protein Ice Cream
Espresso and mocha bring a strong coffee flavor to this protein ice cream. It’s a good option for anyone who wants their dessert to double as a pick-me-up.
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Ninja Creami Low Calorie Chocolate Cheesecake Ice Cream
Cheesecake flavor runs through a lower calorie chocolate base for a lighter take on a rich dessert. Tangy and chocolatey without the usual calorie count.
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Ninja Creami Chocolate Pudding Ice Cream
A pudding base gives this ice cream a denser, smoother texture than a typical custard-style recipe. Chocolate pudding mix does most of the work.
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Ninja Creami Caramel Fudge Waffle Cone Protein Ice Cream
Waffle cone pieces add crunch to a caramel fudge protein base loaded with texture. Every bite mixes a soft base with something crispy.
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Ninja Creami York Peppermint Patty Protein Ice Cream
Peppermint patty flavor brings a cool, minty contrast to the chocolate protein base. A candy-inspired pint with a refreshing finish.
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Can You Use Ice in the Ninja Creami?
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Is It Normal for the Ninja Creami Spindle to Stick Out?
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Ninja Creami Taffy Apple Protein Ice Cream
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Ninja Creami Caramel Cookie Supreme Protein Ice Cream
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Ninja Creami Strawberry Pretzel Pie Protein Ice Cream
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Ninja Creami Baseball Nut Protein Ice Cream
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Ninja Creami Peach Cobbler Cottage Cheese Protein Ice Cream
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