This Carrot Cake Protein Nice Cream is a creamy frozen dessert made with banana, carrots, warming spices and vanilla protein powder. Packed with carrot cake flavor and a satisfying protein boost, it's an easy healthy treat that tastes like dessert but fuels like a snack. 🥕🍦
Course Dessert, Snack
Cuisine Healthy Clean Eating
Keyword carrot cake protein ice cream recipe, carrot cake protein nice cream, carrot protein ice cream recipe, clean eating ice cream, healthy carrot protein nice cream, healthy protein nice cream recipe
Servings 2
Ingredients
2bananas, sliced, frozen
1/2cupfinely grated carrot
1scoopvanilla protein powder
1/4cupGreek yogurt or cottage cheese
1/2teaspooncinnamon
1/4teaspoonnutmeg
1/2teaspoonvanilla extract
2-3tablespoonsmilk of choice, if needed
Optional Add-Ins
1/2cupwalnuts or raisins
Optional Toppings
Chopped walnuts
Coconut flakes
Cinnamon sprinkle
Hemp hearts
Granola
Instructions
Add frozen bananas, grated carrot, protein powder, yogurt, cinnamon, nutmeg and vanilla to a high-speed blender or food processor.Blend until thick and creamy.Add milk only if necessary to help blending.Scrape down the sides as needed.Once smooth and creamy, spoon into serving bowls.Add desired toppings and serve immediately.Blended Bites Tips💡Use ripe bananas for the sweetest flavor.Finely grate carrots for a smoother texture.Freeze for 30-60 minutes if you prefer firmer scoops.Best enjoyed fresh for soft-serve consistency.Start with less liquid and add only if needed.