Pumpkin Spice Creami Protein Ice Cream
A velvety, autumn-spiced protein ice cream spun to a thick, soft-serve texture using real pumpkin and warm fall spices. It feels like an indulgent seasonal treat while delivering high-quality protein to support steady energy.
Prep
10 min
Cook
0 min
Total
1450 min
Makes
4 servings
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Made by Katie + Lila
Katie created this recipe with Lila and shared it with the perimenopause community.
The feel-good payoff
Why this meal can feel especially good in perimenopause
Think practical wins: steadier energy, comfortable fullness and one less food decision. Your response is personal, so use the prompts below to notice what works for you.
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Fullness that has staying power
This meal is designed to feel substantial, so finishing it can feel like the meal is complete rather than the start of an evening of grazing.
Notice: fullness 2–3 hours later
Steadier energy
Feel fueled, not flattened
A complete meal with protein, carbohydrates and fats is designed to offer more staying power than a quick carb-only fix.
Notice: energy 1–3 hours later
Everyday strength
Support the basics consistently
A nourishing meal supports the protein, energy and overall nutrition that help you keep showing up for daily movement.
Notice: energy for movement
More staying power
Make the next few hours easier
This meal is built to be more sustaining than a snack-sized stopgap, with enough substance to carry you into the next part of the day.
Notice: energy + fullness later
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Prep
10 min
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Total
1450 min
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Equipment
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Instructions
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Next: Combine the lactose-free milk
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Combine the lactose-free milk
Combine the lactose-free milk, vanilla whey protein powder, canned pumpkin puree, cream cheese, vanilla bean paste, coconut sugar, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a blender. Blend on high speed for 30 seconds until completely smooth and the cream cheese is fully integrated.
Look for: completely smooth and the cream cheese is fully integrated
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Pour the blended mixture into a Ninja…
Pour the blended mixture into a Ninja Creami Deluxe pint container, ensuring it does not exceed the maximum fill line.
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Secure the lid and place the pint…
Secure the lid and place the pint flat in your freezer. Freeze for at least 24 hours at -4°F (-20°C) until completely solid.
Look for: completely solid
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Remove the frozen pint from the freezer
Remove the frozen pint from the freezer, remove the lid, and place it into the Ninja Creami outer bowl. Lock the lid into place.
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Select the 'Lite Ice Cream' program (or…
Select the 'Lite Ice Cream' program (or 'Ice Cream' program) and run the spin cycle. If the top looks slightly powdery or crumbly after the first spin, add 1 tablespoon (15ml) of lactose-free milk to the center and run a 'Re-spin' cycle.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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Thick
Once spun to a smooth, thick, soft-serve blizzard consistency, scoop out 1 portion (one-fourth of the pint) to serve immediately. Place the remaining portions back in the freezer for future use.
Ready when: everything is assembled and ready to enjoy
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