Refresh your usual post-workout routine.
Whether you’re coming back from a heated summer workout and need something to cool off, or you’re just looking to elevate the macros of your usual sweet treat, protein ice cream is a great option.
We’ve got plenty of DIY recipes, plus all the details on where you can buy Myprotein’s readymade protein ice cream if you don’t fancy cheffing it.
- What is protein ice cream?
- How to store
- How to make protein ice cream
- Protein ice cream add ins
- 30-second banana protein ice cream recipe
- 9 more protein ice cream recipes
What is protein ice cream?
It’s pretty simple really, protein ice cream is ice cream made with added protein. It’s usually lower in fat and sugar so is a great option for anyone paying closer attention to their macros. You can make protein ice cream at home with a few simple ingredients or there are plenty of options in the shops — Myprotein being the best, obviously.
How to store
Store your protein ice cream in the freezer in an airtight container and it should keep fresh for 3-5 days.
How to make protein ice cream
There are plenty of recipes below that give you the detail, but essentially to make protein ice cream you mix all of your wet ingredients together, along with the protein powder, then add in any extras like cookie dough pieces or fruit and freeze for at least two hours.
Keep reading for the full recipe.
How much protein is in regular ice cream?
A typical serving of vanilla ice cream (about 65g), provides about 2.3g of protein. But of course, this will vary brand-to-brand and depending on your serving size.
Can you make protein ice cream with protein powder?
It goes without saying, but a lot of people seem to be asking this question so we thought we better answer it. Yes. Add your favourite protein powder to any of the below recipes.
Add ins
There are loads of ways to elevate your protein ice cream depending on what flavours you love. Here are just a few ideas:
- Chocolate chips
- Cookie dough bites
- Fruit like strawberries, blueberries and banana slices
- Nuts
- Raisins
- Malted milk biscuits or chocolate cookies — ice cream sandwich vibes
- Balsamic vinegar — sounds rogue, but this can be great with vanilla ice cream to add a tangy kick
30-second banana protein ice cream recipe
Banana Protein Ice Cream
- Servings
- 8 servings
- Prep Time
- 1 min
Ingredients
- 500 g frozen bananas
- 5 scoops Impact Whey Protein (3 scoops of Vegan Blend if making this recipe plant-based)
- 250 ml low-fat yoghurt (or dairy-free alternative)
- 50 ml milk of choice
Instructions
First, blend all ingredients together until they’re just about smooth, without over-processing. Be careful not to over-process the mixture as it’ll begin to warm up and become too liquified, which means you won’t be able to eat it straight away.
Next, warm a spoon under the tap, then scoop out the ice cream into a bowl and you can eat straight away.
Pour the remaining ice cream into a sealable Tupperware container and freeze for more servings.
To keep your protein ice cream creamy, mix it up every hour for the first 4 hours of freezing. You can skip this step if you like and simply thaw it out for 15 minutes every time you want some protein ice cream.
Top with your favourite healthy toppings like cinnamon, Cacao Nibs, blueberries or Sugar-Free Syrup.
Nutritional info per serving:
| Calories | 148 |
|---|---|
| Total Fat | 3g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 18g |
| Protein | 13g |
Variations
Milk — you can use many different types of milk options to create your ice cream. There are tonnes of plant-based milk options like oat and cashew (creamier so better for ice cream!).
Protein — there are loads of vegan protein options like Vegan Protein Blend, Soy Protein Isolate, Impact Pea Protein and Clear Vegan Protein for fruitier lollies.
Flavours — the flavour profile of Myprotein’s protein powders is vast (lucky us). So there’s plenty of ways you adapt your protein ice cream depending on what flavours float your boat. Everything from basic Chocolate to Cinnamon Danish.
Check out the basic protein ice cream recipe below with three variations...3 Simple Protein Ice Cream Recipes
3 More Creamy Protein Ice Cream Recipes
1. Peanut Butter Ice Cream Lollies
Never say no to a recipe that includes peanut butter, right? That’s my golden rule anyway.
These irresistibly creamy ice cream lollies are a real treat and perfect for cooling down after an intense workout or hot summer’s day jog.
Nutritional info per serving:
| Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
| 290 | 12.5g | 18.9g | 10.4g |
Tasty Peanut Butter Ice Cream Lollies
Cool down post-workout with this nutty treat.
2. High-Protein Ice Cream Sandwich
You’ll be transported back to your childhood with this sweet ice cream sandwich recipe.
Another super-simple one, this homemade ice cream is actually made with yoghurt, ricotta and Impact Whey Protein. We promise the result is every bit as tasty as the shop-bought stuff too.
Nutritional info per serving:
| Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
| 195 | 10g | 21.5g | 8.2g |
High-Protein Ice Cream Sandwich
When it’s this hot, all snacks must feature ice cream. Those are the rules.
3. Protein Mochi Ice Cream
These traditional Japanese ice cream balls really had the world in a chokehold during lockdown - you were lucky if you were able to get your hands on a packet of them before they were snatched up from shelves.
Lucky for us, recipe queen @heathy_floflo soon came up with a homemade, high-protein version of the nation’s new favourite snack. These are a little out of the ordinary but boy, do they hit the spot.
Nutritional info per serving:
| Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
| 206 | 8.6g | 34.3g | 4.1g |
5-Ingredient Protein Mochi Ice Cream
Forget queuing round the block for your mochi ice cream fix, we’ve got the solution right here.
Fruity Protein Ice Cream Recipes
1. Clear Protein Watermelon Ice Lollies
Made in a matter of minutes with only 3 ingredients, these juicy, refreshing watermelon ice lollies are basically summer in a snack. They’re just the thing for a hot summer’s day or post-workout treat, and they come in at just 60 calories per lolly. Sign me up.
Nutritional info per serving:
| Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
| 60 | 3g | 5.8g | 2.4g |
Clear Vegan Protein Watermelon Ice Lollies
We take summer refreshment seriously around here.
2. Clear Whey Rainbow Ice Lollies
Want something with wow factor to whip out at your next BBQ with friends? These rainbow-layered ice lollies are packed with delicious fruity flavours, loads of essential vitamins and minerals, plus they’re high in protein too. Now that’s a treat we can all get on board with.
Nutritional info per serving:
| Flavour | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
| Tropical | 101 | 9.5g | 12.9g | 1.3g |
| Berry | 85 | 6g | 14.8g | 0.6g |
Clear Whey Rainbow Ice Lollies Recipe
Yep, we’re in denial about summer being over too.
3. Fruity Vimto® Ice Lollies
These macros speak for themselves, really. Who could say no to an ice-cold treat that’s under 60 calories, high in protein, and Vimto® flavoured. Oh, and these homemade ice lollies couldn’t be simpler to make. In fact, the hardest part is probably having the patience to wait for them to fully freeze before you tuck in.
Nutritional info per serving:
| Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
| 57 | 5.6g | 8.9g | 0g |
Clear Whey Rainbow Ice Lollies Recipe
Yep, we’re in denial about summer being over too.
Iceland x Myprotein Ice Cream
Don’t have time to whip up your own ice cream? We’ve got you covered. Choose from Chocolate, Vanilla and Salted Caramel, each providing upwards of 30g of protein and less than 320kcal per tub.
Available at selected Iceland stores and online.
FAQs:
Can I use any protein powder?
Yep. Any protein powder will work. Some say vegan protein powder made from pea or soy makes for a softer ice cream, so try a few and see what works best for you.
Can I make this recipe vegan?
Absolutely. Any of these recipes can be made vegan with plant-based alternatives like non-dairy milk and vegan protein powder.
How much protein is in protein ice cream?
This varies depending on what protein powder and milk you use. But typically, you’d be looking at around 20g per serving.
Is protein ice cream healthy?
Protein ice cream helps to boost that all-important macro — protein. This makes it more nutrient-dense than your typical ice cream that will be far lower in protein. “Healthiness” is all relative, it’s eating a balanced diet filled with all the macro and micronutrients you need that counts.
