Chocolate Protein Ice Cream- Dessert you can eat everyday

I’'m super excited to share a recipe that's not only delicious but also packed with wholesome ingredients. Say hello to our Chocolate Protein Bars! These creamy treats are perfect for a hot day, a post-workout snack, or a guilt-free dessert. Made with rich cacao, sweet medjool dates, and a boost of protein, they’re both nutritious and indulgent. Let's dive right in!

Summer is the perfect time to indulge in refreshing and delicious desserts, and what better way to cool down than with some guilt-free ice cream? Our Chocolate Protein Ice Cream is a creamy, nutritious treat that you can enjoy without any regrets. Packed with wholesome ingredients like medjool dates, almond butter, oats, and a boost of protein from pea protein powder, this ice cream is not only rich and decadent but also healthy. So go ahead, treat yourself to a scoop (or two) and relish the sweet, satisfying flavors of summer without compromising on your wellness goals!

The healthy chocolate treat is a perfect solution for anyone who wants to be healthy but could happily eat a bowl of ice cream every day. It tastes like a sweet and decadent dessert, and yet it’s packed with vitamins, fiber, protein, and nutrition. While it might seem like eating ice cream would counteract all the hard work and benefits of exercising, the ingredients in this wholesome snack are the same ingredients you’d find in a post-workout smoothie

These are basically like chocolate magnum bars but healthy !!!

Ingredients you will need:

  • Milk (dairy or plant-based)

  • Oats (can use gluten-free oats)

  • Medjool dates

  • Almond butter (or any nut/seed butter)

  • Cacao or dark chocolate

  • Hemp seeds

  • Protein powder (pea protein or any preferred type)

Step-by-Step Recipe for Chocolate Protein Ice Cream

Preparing the Ingredients

Start by gathering all your ingredients. Remove the seeds from the medjool dates and set them aside. Break or chop the dark chocolate into smaller pieces if needed. These preparatory steps are crucial for ensuring a smooth and even blend later on. Having all your ingredients ready will make the process seamless and efficient.

Blending the Ingredients

Add the dates, oats, hemp seeds, almond butter, protein powder, and chocolate into your blender. This combination of ingredients not only adds to the creaminess of the ice cream but also packs a nutritional punch. Each component has a role to play in the final texture and flavor, making this a rich and satisfying treat.

Heating and Combining the Milk

Heat the milk in the microwave until it's hot but not boiling; this usually takes about 1-2 minutes. Pour the hot milk into the blender with the other ingredients. Allow the mixture to sit for about 10 minutes. This soaking period helps to soften the dates and oats, ensuring they blend smoothly into a creamy consistency. The heat from the milk also aids in melting the chocolate, which will blend seamlessly into the mixture.

Blending to Perfection

After the ingredients have soaked, blend everything until you achieve a smooth, creamy mixture. Make sure there are no chunks of dates or chocolate left. The goal is a velvety texture that will freeze well and scoop out easily. This step is crucial for the final texture of your ice cream, so take your time to blend thoroughly.

Dipping in Chocolate

If you like you can also melt some chocolate add some chopped almonds (or any chopped nuts) and dip the ice cream into it. Enjoy your homemade healthy magnum !!

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Healthy Chocolate Magnum -

Dessert you can eat everyday !!

Prep Time- 15 mins

Freezing Time- 4-6 hours

Yields- 6 bars

Ingredients

  • 500 ml milk (your choice of dairy or plant-based)

  • 1/4 cup oats

  • 4-5 Medjool dates

  • 1 tbsp almond butter

  • 70g cacao or dark chocolate

  • 1/8 cup hemp seeds

  • 1-2 scoops protein powder (I used pea protein)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare Your Ingredients

  • Remove the seeds from the medjool dates. This is a quick step but crucial for a smooth blend.

  • Break or chop the dark chocolate into smaller pieces if needed.

Step 2: Blend the Ingredients

  • Add the dates, oats, hemp seeds, almond butter, protein powder, and chocolate into a blender.

Step 3: Heat the Milk

  • Heat the milk in the microwave until it's hot but not boiling. This usually takes about 1-2 minutes depending on your microwave's power.

Step 4: Combine and Soak

  • Pour the hot milk into the blender with the other ingredients. Let this mixture sit for about 10 minutes. This allows the dates and oats to soften, making them easier to blend and giving a smoother texture to your ice cream.

Step 5: Blend Until Smooth

  • After soaking, blend everything until you get a smooth, creamy mixture. Make sure there are no chunks of dates or chocolate left.

Step 6: Freeze

  • Carefully pour the blended mixture into a container or ice cream moulds. Make sure it’s suitable for freezing.

  • Freeze the mixture for at least 4-5 hours, or until it is completely set. For best results, leave it in the freezer overnight.

Step 7: Serve

  • If you've frozen the ice cream overnight, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes before serving. This makes it easier to scoop out.

  • Scoop out your delicious, homemade Chocolate Protein Ice Cream or dip your ice cream bars in melted chocolate & nuts and enjoy!!

And there you have it! A simple, healthy, and incredibly tasty treat that you can enjoy any time of the day. I hope you love this ice cream as much as I do. Don’t forget to share your creations and tag us – we love seeing your kitchen adventures!