Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Ice Cream Recipe (Ninja Creami)

The creamiest strawberry cheesecake Ninja Creami protein ice cream — 41 g protein per pint. Real strawberries and cream cheese create a dessert that tastes like cheesecake, not a chalky protein shake, and the whole pint is just 306 calories.

This strawberry cheesecake Ninja Creami protein ice cream is a high-protein, homemade treat made with Fairlife milk, frozen strawberries, light cream cheese, sugar-free vanilla pudding mix, strawberry cheesecake protein powder, and optional graham wafer mix-ins. One pint delivers 41 g of protein and about 306 calories, with a rich, tangy cheesecake flavor and a smooth, creamy texture.

The recipe is a flavor variation of the Ninja Creami vanilla protein base, using the same method but adding real strawberries and cream cheese to create that classic cheesecake tang. If you like this one, try other variations like banana cream pie or cookies and cream for more high-protein Ninja Creami options.

Ingredients You’ll Need

(Full measurements are in the recipe card below.)

• Fairlife skim milk — raises protein without many calories (14 g protein per cup). You can use 2% or whole for a creamier result.
• Unsweetened almond milk — helps keep calories lower; other plant milks like cashew or oat work too.
• Frozen strawberries — blend smoother than fresh and won’t water down the base. If using fresh, chop small and freeze briefly.
• Sugar-free vanilla pudding mix — stabilizes the texture and prevents iciness; cheesecake pudding mix will boost the cheesecake flavor.
• Light cream cheese — the key to the cheesecake taste. Use room temperature for smooth blending; full-fat works for extra richness.
• Strawberry cheesecake protein powder — adds flavor and protein. Vanilla powder can be used if needed.
• Graham wafers — crushed and added as mix-ins for crust-like crunch.

How to Make Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Ice Cream

1. Mix the base. Add Fairlife milk, almond milk, frozen strawberries, pudding mix, room-temperature cream cheese, and protein powder to the Ninja Creami pint up to the max fill line. Use a handheld frother or immersion blender to fully combine so there are no cream cheese clumps.
2. Freeze 24 hours. Place the pint flat in the freezer; allow it to freeze solid for best texture.
3. Warm the pint. Run the outside of the frozen pint under hot water for 60–90 seconds before loading into the machine.
4. First spin — Lite Ice Cream. Expect a powdery texture after the initial spin.
5. Re-spin. Re-spin to transform the powder into a silky, creamy texture. Repeat if needed.
6. Add graham wafers and Mix-In. Make a small well in the ice cream, add crushed graham wafers, and run the Mix-In cycle. Scoop and enjoy.

Tips for the Best Texture

1. Prefer frozen strawberries. They blend smoother and keep the base from becoming watery. If using fresh, pre-freeze them for a couple of hours.
2. Bring cream cheese to room temperature. Cold cream cheese can form lumps and affect texture.
3. Always re-spin if it’s crumbly. The first spin is often powdery; re-spinning almost always fixes the texture before adding any liquid.
4. For maximum crunch, sprinkle graham wafers on top. Mixing them throughout can break them into smaller pieces.
5. If short on freezing time, adapt the process. If the pint was frozen for only 12–16 hours, skip the Re-spin and go to Mix-In after the Lite Ice Cream cycle to avoid overworking a semi-frozen base.

Mix-In Variations

• New York cheesecake: Omit strawberries and increase cream cheese for a richer, classic cheesecake flavor. Finish with a strawberry sauce drizzle if desired.
• Strawberry shortcake: Use crushed shortbread cookies or pieces of angel food cake instead of graham wafers.
• Blueberry cheesecake: Substitute frozen blueberries and swirl in blueberry jam.
• Lemon cheesecake: Add 1 tsp lemon zest and a splash of lemon juice; omit strawberries.
• Higher protein: Stir in 2 tbsp cottage cheese to boost protein without creating chalkiness.
• Dairy-free: Use full-fat coconut milk, vegan cream cheese, and plant-based protein powder; texture will be slightly different but still tasty.

For more techniques, see the collection of Ninja Creami tips for getting the best protein ice cream texture and consistency.

Ninja Creami Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Ice Cream

A healthy strawberry cheesecake Ninja Creami recipe that’s ideal for warm days — one pint has about 306 calories and 41 g of protein.

Prep Time5 mins

Cook Time1 d

Total Time1 d 5 mins

Course: High Protein

Cuisine: American

Servings: 1 pint

Calories: 306kcal

Author: Bailey Campbell

Ingredients

• 1 cup Fairlife skim milk
• ½ cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 cup frozen sliced strawberries
• 1 tbsp sugar-free vanilla pudding mix
• 1 tbsp light cream cheese (room temperature)
• 1 scoop strawberry cheesecake protein powder
• Optional – crushed graham wafers for mix-ins

Instructions

• Add all ingredients except graham wafers to the Ninja Creami container up to the max fill line. Mix thoroughly with a handheld frother or immersion blender until smooth.
• Freeze the container for 24 hours until solid.
• Remove the frozen pint and run the outside under hot water for 60–90 seconds.
• Install the pint in the Ninja Creami and press the Lite Ice Cream button for the first spin.
• If the texture is powdery, press Re-Spin until it becomes creamy. If still not quite right, a tablespoon of milk can help before another respin.
• When silky smooth, make a small well, add crushed graham wafers, run the Mix-In cycle, then scoop and serve.

Notes

You can substitute Fairlife 2% or whole milk for a richer, creamier texture.

If the pint was frozen less than 24 hours, skip Re-Spin and go straight to Mix-In after the Lite Ice Cream cycle to avoid overworking a semi-frozen base.

If the ice cream is powdery after the first spin, try Re-Spin before adding any liquid — that often fixes the texture.

Pre-crush mix-ins so they distribute evenly during the Mix-In cycle.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pint |
Calories: 306kcal
| Carbohydrates: 25g
| Protein: 41g
| Fat: 33g

Nutrition values are estimates and can vary depending on ingredient brands and substitutions. Use them as a general guide.

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