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Mocha Espresso Ice Cream

Guilt-Free Mocha Espresso Ice Cream for Your Sweet Cravings

This Mocha Espresso Ice Cream is a guilt-free dessert packed with protein, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Freezing Time 8 hours
Total Time 8 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 scoop chocolate protein powder Substitute with vanilla powder if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons cocoa powder Use unsweetened cocoa.
  • 1 cup chilled espresso or cold brew coffee Consider decaf if avoiding caffeine.
  • ½ cup milk of choice Options include whole, almond, or oat milk.
For Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips Adjust quantity based on your cravings.
  • 2 tablespoons peanut butter Mix in for added richness.

Equipment

  • Ninja Creami

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a Ninja Creami pint, combine 1 scoop of chocolate protein powder and 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder. Whisk them together until completely smooth and lump-free.
  2. Next, pour in 1 cup of chilled espresso or cold brew coffee into the mixture. Stir gently until fully integrated.
  3. Gradually blend in ½ cup of your choice of milk, whisking continuously for a smooth consistency.
  4. Once your base is ready, pour it back into the Ninja Creami pint, sealing tight and freeze for a minimum of 8 hours.
  5. After freezing, set your Ninja Creami to the 'Lite Ice Cream' or 'Ice Cream' setting. Process for about 2-3 minutes.
  6. If needed, re-spin the mixture for an additional 1-2 minutes for achieving a smoother texture.
  7. Before serving, gently fold in any desirable mix-ins like chocolate chips or peanut butter.
  8. Finally, scoop the ice cream into bowls and serve immediately. Consider drizzling with chocolate syrup.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 15gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gCalcium: 100mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks; freeze for optimal freshness for up to 3 months.

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