Name: Ninja Creami Pumpkin Protein Ice Cream
Prep time: 7 min
Total time: 1 d 7 min
Yield: 1
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 3/4 cups vanilla protein shake (I used FairLife); 1/4 cup canned pumpkin puree; 4 Tablespoons Jell-O instant pumpkin spice pudding mix

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This higher protein pumpkin ice cream is easy to make in the Ninja Creami, with just a few ingredients.

Enjoy the flavors of fall with this Ninja Creami pumpkin protein ice cream, which allows you to meet your dietary goals in the most delicious way.

pint of Ninja Creami pumpkin protein ice cream

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Whether you’re new to the Ninja Creami machine or have been making tasty treats for a while now, chances are that you were drawn to it for its versatility.

The machine makes it super easy to customize your frozen desserts based on your dietary needs and flavor preferences, by using everyday ingredients.

If you’re like me, as fall approaches, you’re probably wanting to enjoy all of the pumpkin spice treats. But maybe you need to increase your protein intake while doing it.

That’s where this Ninja Creami pumpkin protein ice cream comes in!

It’s like enjoying a slice of pumpkin pie, but without the guilt. And you won’t believe how simple it is to make!

It’s a great Ninja Creami Thanksgiving recipe if you’re trying to increase your protein intake.

Don’t need a high protein version? You can make my Ninja Creami pumpkin ice cream instead!

overhead view of a white bowl with a few scoops of high protein ninja creami pumpkin ice cream in it. The remaining pint of ice cream is in the background, and a spoon is next to the bowl.

Higher Protein Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream in the Ninja Creami

To make this easy ice cream, I started with a vanilla protein shake.

I used a FairLife shake, but you can use whatever brand you prefer!

To give it plenty of flavor and a nice, creamy texture, I used real pumpkin puree as well as some instant pumpkin spice pudding mix.

Now, as far as I can tell, this Jell-O pudding mix is only available in stores during the fall seasons.

But, you can always get it here on Amazon if you can’t find it locally!

By using the pudding mix, you don’t have to add any extra sugar or spices, so it makes it really easy.

More Delicious Ninja Creami Recipes:

overhead close-up view of a pint of Ninja Creami high protein pumpkin spice ice cream, showing its creamy texture.

How to Make 3-Ingredient Ninja Creami Pumpkin Protein Ice Cream

It’s really simple to whip up a batch of this fall-flavored treat.

Ingredients You’ll Need:

Vanilla protein shake (I used FairLife)
Canned pumpkin puree
Jell-O instant pumpkin spice pudding mix

overhead close-up view of a few scoops of Ninja Creami protein pumpkin pie ice cream served in a white bowl.

How to Make it:

(Full printable recipe card is available below)

Mix the base. In a small bowl or large liquid measuring cup, combine all ingredients.

Whisk well or use an immersion blender to mix them together.

two photos; one shows a box of pumpkin spice instant pudding made by Jell-O. The other shows ice cream ingredients in a large liquid measuring cup.

Freeze. Pour the mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container and pop the lid on it.

Place it on a level surface in your freezer for at least 24 hours.

Spin. Remove the pint from the freezer and take off the lid, then place it in the outer bowl of the Ninja Creami.

Lock the outer bowl’s lid into place and transfer the bowl to the Ninja Creami machine.

Press the Lite Ice Cream button and allow the cycle to finish.

two photos; one shows the frozen base for pumpkin protein ice cream, the other shows a finger pointing to the Lite Ice Cream button on the Ninja Creami machine.

Re-Spin if needed. Remove the ice cream and take a look at it.

If it looks kind of powdery or crumbly, insert it back into the machine and press the Re-spin button.

If it’s still crumbly afterward, add a tablespoon of protein shake, milk, or water to the ice cream, then Re-spin once more.

It should be nice and creamy after that!

two photos; one shows the pumpkin protein ice cream after the initial spin in the Ninja Creami, the other shows the ice cream after Re-spinning, and it's super creamy.

Notes and Adaptations:

If you can’t find the pudding mix in your local grocery store, you can order it from Amazon.
To enjoy leftovers of this ice cream, allow the pint to sit out at room temperature for about 10-15 minutes to soften, or remove the lid from the pint and microwave it for about 30-45 seconds to soften.

pint of Ninja Creami high protein pumpkin spice ice cream.

Recommended Equipment:

Yield: 1 pint

Ninja Creami Pumpkin Protein Ice Cream

This easy Ninja Creami pumpkin protein ice cream is the perfect fall treat that allows you to stay on track with your goals. Perfect as a Thanksgiving dessert, too!

Prep Time 7 minutes

Additional Time 1 day

Total Time 1 day 7 minutes

Ingredients

1 3/4 cups vanilla protein shake (I used FairLife)
1/4 cup canned pumpkin puree
4 Tablespoons Jell-O instant pumpkin spice pudding mix

Instructions

In a small mixing bowl or large liquid measuring cup, combine all ingredients. Use a whisk or immersion blender to combine ingredients thoroughly, allowing pudding mix to dissolve.
Pour mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container, being careful not to exceed the max fill line. Close the pint's lid, then transfer to a level surface in your freezer for at least 24 hours.
Remove the pint container from the freezer and take off its lid. Place the pint into the Ninja Creami's outer bowl, securing the outer bowl lid.
Lock the outer bowl into place in the Ninja Creami, then select the Lite Ice Cream button. Allow the cycle to complete.
Remove the pint from the machine and check its texture. If it looks powdery or crumbly, insert it back into the machine and use the Re-spin button to cycle it again. If it's still crumbly after that, add a tablespoon of liquid (protein shake, milk, or water), then Re-spin once more. It should be nice and creamy after that!

Notes

If you can't find the pumpkin spice pudding mix at your local grocery store, you can get it here on Amazon.
To enjoy leftovers of this ice cream, I recommend allowing the pint to sit out at room temperature for at least 10-15 minutes to soften, or remove the lid and microwave it for 30-45 seconds to soften it for scooping.