Description

This Decadent Healthy Chocolate Ninja Creami is a guilt-free, creamy chocolate treat made with wholesome ingredients like almond milk, coconut cream, dates, and cocoa powder. Perfectly smooth and rich, it’s blended and frozen in the Ninja Creami for a luscious dairy-free ice cream alternative that’s naturally sweetened and easy to make.

Ingredients

Scale

Liquid Ingredients

2 cups Almond Milk (Feel free to swap with any non-dairy milk)
1 cup Coconut Cream (Full-fat coconut milk can be used for a lighter version)
1 tsp Vanilla Extract (Add more for extra flavor)
to taste tbsp Maple Syrup (Optional added sweetener)

Dry Ingredients

1/2 cup Cocoa Powder (Use unsweetened cocoa for best results)
3/4 cup Dates (Essential for creaminess)
1/4 tsp Salt (Adjust to taste)
1 scoop Collagen Peptides (Can be omitted or substituted with vegan protein)

Instructions

Prepare the Ingredients: Gather and measure all ingredients accurately, ensuring the dates are pitted so they blend smoothly.
Blend the Mixture: Place the almond milk, coconut cream, cocoa powder, dates, vanilla extract, salt, and collagen peptides (if using) into a high-speed blender. Blend on medium-high speed for 30 to 60 seconds until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy with no chunks remaining.
Fill the Ninja Creami Pint: Pour the creamy chocolate mixture carefully into the Ninja Creami pint, leaving enough headspace at the top to allow for expansion during freezing.
Freeze the Mixture: Seal the pint with its lid and place it upright in the freezer. Freeze for a minimum of 24 hours to allow the mixture to solidify properly.
Process in the Ninja Creami: After freezing, remove the pint from the freezer and insert it into the Ninja Creami machine. Select the “Lite Ice Cream” function and spin for 1 to 2 minutes until the mixture turns into a fluffy, creamy ice cream.
Store Leftovers: If there’s any leftover ice cream, press it down to level the pint, seal it with the lid, and store it in the freezer for later enjoyment.

Notes

Use unsweetened cocoa powder for the richest chocolate flavor without added sugars.
Dates provide natural sweetness and creaminess but can be adjusted or swapped depending on sweetness preference.
Collagen peptides can be omitted or replaced with plant-based protein powder to keep it vegan.
Maple syrup is optional and can be added if you prefer extra sweetness.
Allow the mixture to freeze a full 24 hours to ensure perfect texture with the Ninja Creami.
Make sure to leave space in the pint to prevent overflow during freezing and spinning.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 0 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Blending
Cuisine: American

Keywords: healthy chocolate ice cream, dairy-free ice cream, Ninja Creami recipes, vegan ice cream alternative, coconut cream dessert