This Ninja Creami Matcha Ice Cream is creamy, protein-packed, and naturally energizing with a smooth matcha kick! A refreshing, easy-to-make treat you’ll crave daily!
If you thought matcha was just for lattes, think again. This Ninja Creami Matcha Ice Cream turns that earthy, energizing green tea flavor into a thick, creamy, high-protein ice cream you can enjoy anytime.
We blend smooth vanilla protein, creamy milk, and matcha into a single pint for a dessert that’s rich, velvety, and lightly caffeinated. Fairlife milk lends extra creaminess, sugar-free pudding mix gives a silky texture, and matcha delivers the signature grassy-sweet taste with a subtle lift. It’s essentially a matcha latte transformed into dreamy ice cream.
Whether you’re a matcha lover or just exploring new Ninja Creami recipes, this one is sweet with a hint of bitterness, wonderfully creamy, and packed with protein—perfect as a pick-me-up or a guilt-managed treat.
Why You’ll Love This Ninja Creami Matcha Ice Cream
Super creamy and smooth – the pudding mix and Ninja Creami work together to create a rich texture.
Naturally energizing – matcha provides a gentle caffeine boost, great for afternoons.
High in protein – a satisfying dessert that contributes to your protein intake.
Ridiculously easy – blend, freeze, spin, and enjoy.
Customizable – add honey for extra sweetness, swap milks for creaminess, or toss in spices or mix-ins to suit your taste.
Simple Ingredients
You’ll need the ingredients below to make the matcha protein ice cream. Exact measurements and nutrition are in the recipe card further down.
- Fairlife 2% milk & unsweetened almond milk – a balanced combo for creaminess without excess calories. You can substitute skim or whole milk.
- Sugar-free vanilla pudding mix – the secret to extra thickness and a silky finish.
- Vanilla protein powder – adds creaminess, flavor, and protein.
- High-grade matcha powder – ceremonial grade gives the best, smooth flavor; lower grades can be bitter.
- Pinch of salt – enhances the sweetness and depth of flavor.
- Optional: heavy cream, egg yolk, coconut cream, oat milk, or other preferred add-ins.
How to Make the Green Tea Ice Cream
Add all ingredients to the Ninja Creami pint container up to the max fill line. Use a handheld frother to blend until fully combined.
Cover the pint and freeze for 24 hours until solid.
Run the frozen pint under hot water for 60–90 seconds, then install it in the Ninja Creami.
Press the Lite Ice Cream button for the first spin.
If the texture is crumbly or powdery, press Re-Spin until smooth and creamy. If needed, add a small splash of liquid and re-spin to reach your desired texture.
When silky-smooth, create a small cavity and add mix-ins like white chocolate chips, coconut flakes, or crushed graham crackers using the Mix-In button.
Serve and enjoy your refreshing, creamy matcha ice cream.
Tips and Tricks for Best Results
- Use high-quality matcha — ceremonial-grade matcha is smoother and slightly sweet, while lower grades can taste bitter.
- Mix well before freezing — a handheld frother helps prevent clumps of matcha or protein.
- Freeze on a level surface — a flat pint freezes evenly and blends better in the machine.
- Don’t skip the re-spin — many batches improve dramatically with an extra spin.
- For softer texture, add a splash of milk before the final re-spin.
- Customize: sweeten with honey or maple syrup, or add texture with mix-ins.
- Store leftovers in the pint and re-spin when serving to regain fresh-churned texture.
FAQs
Can I use any matcha powder?
For best flavor, use ceremonial-grade matcha. Lower-quality matcha can be bitter or gritty and may alter the texture and taste of the ice cream.
Is the sugar-free pudding mix necessary?
The pudding mix helps create a thick, velvety base. If you prefer not to use it, alternatives like xanthan gum or extra protein powder can thicken the mixture, but texture will vary.
What’s the difference between ceremonial and culinary matcha?
Ceremonial matcha is shade-grown and delicately flavored, making it ideal for recipes where matcha is the star. Culinary matcha is more robust and slightly bitter, better suited for baking and bold-flavored dishes.
Can I make this vegan?
Yes. Substitute Fairlife milk for full-fat coconut milk or oat milk and use a vegan protein powder. Note that texture and flavor will change slightly with non-dairy bases.
What if my ice cream tastes too earthy?
If the matcha flavor is too strong, balance it with additional sweetener or a touch of vanilla extract. Matcha naturally has an earthy note, so adjust to your preference.
Other High-Protein Ninja Creami Recipes to Try
- Chocolate Hazelnut Ice Cream
- Snickers Chocolate Protein Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Chocolate Ice Cream
- Banana Cream Pie Protein Ice Cream
- Biscoff Protein Ice Cream
- Birthday Cake Ice Cream
- Protein Monster Cookie
- Berry Smoothie Bowl
- Cinnamon Toast Crunch Protein Ice Cream
- Rocky Road Ice Cream
- Butter Pecan Ice Cream
- Moose Tracks Protein Ice Cream
- Apple Pie Ninja Creami Ice Cream
- Ninja Creami Wendy’s Frosty
- Smarties Protein Ice Cream
Ninja Creami Matcha Ice Cream (Protein Recipe)
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fairlife 2% milk
- 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
- 1 scoop vanilla protein powder
- 1 tbsp vanilla jello pudding mix (sugar-free)
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tbsp ceremonial grade matcha powder
- 1 tbsp Silk vanilla coffee creamer
Instructions
- Add all ingredients to the Ninja Creami pint container up to the max fill line. Use a handheld frother to blend until fully combined.
- Cover the pint and freeze for 24 hours until solid.
- Run the frozen pint under hot water for 60–90 seconds, then install it in the Ninja Creami.
- Press the Lite Ice Cream button for the first spin.
- If the texture is crumbly or powdery, press Re-Spin until it’s smooth and creamy.
- If needed, add a small amount of liquid and re-spin to reach the desired texture.
- When silky smooth, enjoy as-is or create a cavity and add mix-ins using the Mix-In button.
- Serve and enjoy your matcha ice cream.
Notes
I used PEScience Gourmet Vanilla protein powder. You can substitute Fairlife skim or other milks; higher fat yields a richer ice cream. If you don’t freeze a full 24 hours, consider using the Mix-Ins cycle after the first spin to avoid overworking a partially frozen base. If the first spin is powdery, try Re-Spin before adding extra liquid. Pre-chop or crush mix-ins before adding.
Nutrition
Serving: 1 | Calories: 318 kcal | Carbohydrates: 21 g | Protein: 35 g | Fat: 10 g | Saturated Fat: 4 g | Cholesterol: 25 mg | Sodium: 361 mg | Fiber: 1 g | Sugar: 18 g
The nutrition information is an estimate and may vary based on ingredient substitutions and portion sizes.
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