Description

This Mint-To-Be Protein Shake is a delightful and refreshing frozen treat made with yogurt, protein powder, and a hint of mint. Prepared using the Ninja Creami, this creamy shake combines the richness of 2% milk and full-fat Greek yogurt with natural sweetness from maple syrup. Perfect for a post-workout boost or a healthy dessert, it’s topped optionally with whipped cream and sprinkles for an extra touch of indulgence.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

240 ml (1 cup) 2% milk, divided, plus more for blending
6 g gelatin
35 ml (2 tbsp) maple syrup
113 g (½ cup) full-fat plain skyr or Greek yogurt
34 g (1 scoop) vanilla protein powder
¼ tsp mint extract (not peppermint)
Pinch of kosher salt
Green food coloring (optional)

Optional Toppings

Whipped cream
Sprinkles

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Instructions

Warm Milk and Dissolve Gelatin: In a small saucepan, gently warm half of the milk over low heat. Whisk in the gelatin until it is completely dissolved, ensuring there are no lumps.
Combine Ingredients: Pour the gelatin mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container. Add the remaining milk, maple syrup, yogurt, vanilla protein powder, mint extract, kosher salt, and green food coloring if using.
Blend Mixture: Blend all the ingredients together until the mixture is completely smooth, ensuring even distribution of flavor and texture.
Freeze the Mixture: Place the pint container in the freezer and freeze for 24 hours to allow the mixture to firm up properly.
Process in Ninja Creami: After freezing, process the pint using the “Lite Ice Cream” function on the Ninja Creami to achieve a creamy, shake-like consistency.
Adjust Texture if Needed: If the texture is crumbly, add a splash of milk and re-spin the mixture until it becomes smooth and creamy.
Serve: Top the protein shake with whipped cream and sprinkles if desired, then serve immediately for the best flavor and texture experience.

Notes

Use gelatin, not agar-agar, to achieve the correct texture.
Do not substitute peppermint extract; use mint extract for authentic flavor.
The protein shake is best consumed immediately after processing for optimal creaminess.
Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of maple syrup if preferred.
Green food coloring is optional and only for aesthetic purposes.
Extra milk can be used during mixing if the texture is too thick after initial blending.