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Mocha Espresso Protein Ice Cream

This indulgent yet guilt-free protein ice cream delivers a delightful chocolate-coffee flavor, perfect for a sweet treat any time of day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 8 hours
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 scoop chocolate protein powder
  • 1 tablespoon cocoa powder
  • 0.5 cup chilled espresso or strong coffee
  • 1 cup milk of choice (dairy or non-dairy) Almond or oat milk works beautifully.
Optional Mix-ins
  • to taste mini chocolate chips or nut butter Add for extra flavor and texture.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Combine the chocolate protein powder, cocoa powder, chilled espresso, and your choice of milk in the Ninja Creami pint.
  2. Whisk or blend until everything is smooth, ensuring there are no lumps.
  3. Freeze the mixture overnight — at least 8 hours — until completely solid.
Serving
  1. Run the frozen pint through the Ninja Creami using either the ‘Lite Ice Cream’ or ‘Ice Cream’ setting.
  2. If the texture is dry, re-spin for a silkier consistency.
  3. For added fun, add mini chocolate chips or a dollop of nut butter using the ‘mix-in’ feature.
  4. Scoop into bowls, serve, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 20gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 100mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10g

Notes

Best served with chopped nuts or fresh berries. Drizzle with chocolate syrup or sprinkle with crushed espresso beans for an extra special touch. Store in the pint container sealed tightly to prevent freezer burn. Consumed within a week for best quality.

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