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Name: High-Protein Double Chocolate Ninja Creami
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups 2% cottage cheese (blended until very smooth); 1 1/2 cups whole milk (or lactose-free milk as desired); 1/2 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey (to taste); 1/4 cup whey protein isolate (unflavored or chocolate); 2 tsp pure vanilla extract; Pinch of kosher salt; 2 oz dark chocolate (70-85%), finely chopped (optional, for texture)

High-Protein Double Chocolate Ninja Creami

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This Ninja Creami creation achieves intense chocolate flavor and a luscious, creamy texture—without a trace of artificial pudding mix or anything processed. Instead, it harnesses the smooth, subtle tang of blended cottage cheese and the deep richness of cocoa, layered with a touch of honey or maple for balance. Whey protein isolate boosts the protein count to a serious 40 grams per serving, making this a satisfying treat that doubles as a post-workout recovery snack. Each bite is pure, real-food chocolate bliss—perfect for cloudy coastal evenings or anytime you want a healthy, high-protein dessert.

Ingredients

Instructions

Add cottage cheese, milk, cocoa powder, maple syrup (or honey), protein powder, vanilla extract, and salt to a blender.
Blend on high until the mixture is absolutely silky and no lumps remain (about 1-2 minutes). Scrape down the sides as needed.
Taste and adjust sweetness—add more maple syrup/honey if desired.
Pour the mixture into your Ninja Creami pint container. Seal and freeze for at least 8 hours or overnight.
Process in the Ninja Creami on the 'Lite Ice Cream' or 'Gelato' setting according to machine instructions.
If the texture is too crumbly after the first spin, add a splash of milk and re-spin (repeat if needed for creaminess).
If desired, fold in finely chopped dark chocolate for fudgy bites.
Serve immediately for soft-serve texture, or return to freezer for 1 hour for a scoopable, firmer ice cream.