Protein Ice Cream (3 Ingredients!) Recipe
This easy 3-ingredient protein ice cream combines creamy canned coconut milk with protein powder and allulose sweetener to create a healthy, delicious frozen treat. With a quick blend and simple freezing technique, you can enjoy a soft-serve style ice cream in minutes, perfect for a nutritious dessert or post-workout snack.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes (freezing with intermittent stirring)
- Total Time: 1 hour 5 minutes
- Yield: 16 servings
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Low Fat
Ingredients
Protein Ice Cream Ingredients
- 28 ounces canned coconut milk, chilled
- 1 cup protein powder (choose your preferred flavor)
- 1-2 tablespoons allulose or other granulated sweetener
Instructions
- Freeze the Pan: Place a large, deep loaf pan or deep pan in the freezer to chill thoroughly. This step ensures the ice cream freezes evenly and helps maintain a creamy texture.
- Blend Ingredients: In a blender or food processor, add the chilled coconut milk and blend until smooth and creamy. Then add the protein powder and granulated sweetener (or dates if preferred) and blend again until the mixture is thick and creamy.
- Freeze and Stir: Pour the protein ice cream mixture into the chilled loaf pan. To avoid an icy texture, take it out and lightly stir every 20 minutes for the first hour, doing this a total of three times.
- Thaw Before Serving: Allow the ice cream to thaw for 10-15 minutes before serving to soften. This makes scooping easier and enhances the creamy texture.
- Serve Soft Serve Style: For a soft serve texture, let the ice cream thaw to your desired consistency and scoop it with a lightly wet ice cream scoop into bowls for serving.
Notes
- Use a high-quality protein powder for better flavor and texture; whey or plant-based powders work well.
- Allulose is a low-calorie sweetener that helps with sweetness without adding sugar; you can substitute with erythritol or dates as preferred.
- Stirring during the freezing process is essential to keep the texture creamy and prevent ice crystals from forming.
- The recipe yields approximately 16 servings, making it ideal for sharing or meal prep.