Ninja Creami Orange Julius Protein Ice Cream
Ingredients
- ½ cwhole milk
- 1 corange juice
- ½ tspvanilla extract
- 2scoops vanilla protein powder
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Directions
- 1
Combine milk, orange juice, vanilla extract, and vanilla protein powder in Creami pint container.
- 2
Use an immersion blender to mix until it's smooth. You can also use a milk frother or just a whisk, but if you're using a whisk you might want to mix in a larger container.
- 3
Cover with accompanying lid and place on a level surface in your freezer. Freeze for at least 8 hours.
- 4
When you're ready for ice cream, remove from freezer and use the light ice cream setting. If it's crumbly on top, re-spin once.
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About this Recipe
Your Protein-Packed Answer to Orange Julius Cravings
Missing the creamy, citrusy nostalgia of an Orange Julius? This Ninja Creami protein ice cream captures that same sunshine-in-a-cup flavor while delivering 28 grams of protein and zero added sugar. In just 5 minutes of prep (plus freezing time), you'll have a guilt-free treat that tastes indulgent but fuels your day.
What makes this recipe brilliant is its simplicity—just four ingredients that work together to create that signature creamy-dreamy texture the Ninja Creami is famous for. The whole milk provides richness without excess calories, while the orange juice delivers authentic citrus brightness. Vanilla extract and protein powder round out the flavor profile, transforming what could be a chalky protein drink into legitimate dessert territory.
The result? A smooth, scoopable ice cream with 209 calories per serving that genuinely tastes like the mall food court classic. The Ninja Creami's blade technology breaks down ice crystals so thoroughly that you get that characteristic Orange Julius creaminess, not the icy texture you'd expect from a blended frozen drink. You'll taste bright orange flavor upfront, followed by subtle vanilla sweetness, all wrapped in a velvety mouthfeel that rivals premium ice cream.
Customization is easy with this base recipe. Swap the orange juice for tangerine or blood orange juice when you want to experiment with different citrus profiles. If you prefer a sweeter result, add a tablespoon of honey or your favorite sweetener before freezing. The vanilla protein powder keeps the flavor clean, but unflavored protein powder works too if you want pure orange flavor to shine through.
This treat works beautifully as a post-workout recovery snack, a high-protein breakfast alternative, or an evening dessert that won't derail your nutrition goals. Serve it in a tall glass with a straw for the full Orange Julius experience, or enjoy it straight from a bowl when you're craving something spoonable. Either way, you're getting serious protein in a package that tastes like pure fun.