Updated: Sep 4
If you love mint chocolate chip ice cream but want a dairy-free option, this Ninja Creami recipe makes it incredibly easy to make at home. It’s creamy, refreshing, filled with little bites of chocolate, and made with simple ingredients. Plus, using a dairy-free protein powder gives it a little extra protein without needing heavy cream or traditional dairy.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
This is an easy Ninja Creami recipe to keep in your regular rotation.
Dairy-free
Simple ingredients
Easy to prep
Higher in protein than traditional ice cream
No heavy cream needed
Easy to customize
Creamy, minty and chocolatey
And once the pint is frozen, the Ninja Creami does the work!
Dairy-Free Mint Chocolate Chip Ninja Creami
Ingredients
For the Creami Base
1 cup unsweetened vanilla almond milk
½ cup dairy-free vanilla protein shake (or skip and add more milk)
1 scoop vanilla protein powder
2 tablespoons dairy-free vanilla yogurt (optional)
1 tablespoon sugar-free maple syrup (or substitute with monk fruit sweetener)
½ teaspoon peppermint extract
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
1–2 drops green food coloring (optional)
Mix-In
2 tablespoons dairy-free mini chocolate chips
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How to Make Dairy-Free Mint Chocolate Chip in the Ninja Creami
1. Make the Base
Add the almond milk, protein shake, dairy-free yogurt, maple syrup, peppermint extract, vanilla extract and salt to your Ninja Creami pint.
Stir or whisk until everything is completely combined.
For that classic mint chocolate chip color, add one or two drops of green food coloring. This is completely optional—it tastes just as good without it!
2. Freeze for 24 Hours
Place the lid on your Ninja Creami pint and freeze it on a level surface for 24 hours.
3. Spin on Lite Ice Cream
Remove the frozen pint from the freezer and place it into your Ninja Creami.
Select the Lite Ice Cream setting and let the Creami work its magic.
4. Re-Spin if Needed
Don't worry if your Creami looks a little crumbly or powdery after the first spin.
Use the Re-Spin setting until you get the creamy consistency you want.
5. Add the Chocolate Chips
Make a small opening in the center of the ice cream and add 2 tablespoons of dairy-free mini chocolate chips.
Run the Mix-In cycle.
That's it—your dairy-free mint chocolate chip Creami is ready!
Tips for Getting That Creamy Texture
Lower-fat and dairy-free Ninja Creami recipes sometimes look powdery after the first spin. That doesn't necessarily mean anything went wrong. A Re-Spin or 2 can make a huge difference.
The optional dairy-free yogurt also helps give the base a creamier texture. If you leave it out, you may find that your pint needs an additional Re-Spin.
One more tip: don't go overboard with the peppermint extract. A little goes a long way! Start with the ½ teaspoon in this recipe and adjust future batches if you'd like a stronger or lighter mint flavor.
Want to Add More Protein?
One of the reasons I love making frozen treats with the Ninja Creami is how easy it is to customize the ingredients.
Using a dairy-free vanilla protein shake in this recipe adds protein while helping create the creamy base.
You can experiment with different dairy-free protein shakes and milk alternatives to find your favorite combination.
My Ninja Creami & Kitchen Essentials
If you're making Ninja Creami recipes regularly, a few kitchen essentials can make the process even easier.
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The machine I use to make all my Creami recipes.
Great for keeping multiple flavors prepped and ready.
Makes mixing the Creami base quick and easy.
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Make It Your Own
Once you find a dairy-free Creami base you love, the fun really starts. Try changing the mix-ins, experimenting with different extracts or using other dairy-free protein shake flavors to create completely different combinations.
Mint chocolate chip today. Chocolate peanut butter tomorrow. 🍫🥜
Save This Dairy-Free Ninja Creami Recipe
If you're building a collection of easy Ninja Creami recipes, save this one for your next mint chocolate chip craving.
Creamy. Minty. Chocolatey.
And no dairy required. 🌿
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