17 Ice Cream Dessert Recipes That Make Your Freezer the Happiest Place on Earth

Ice cream isn’t just dessert—it’s happiness you can scoop. These 17 recipes take that creamy, dreamy magic to the next level, from decadent sundaes and cookie-stuffed creations to playful spins that might make you forget the sun even exists. Sweet, cold, and dangerously addictive, these desserts prove ice cream deserves more than just a casual scoop—it deserves a standing ovation.

Banana Cheesecake Ice Cream

Whip up this Banana Cheesecake Ice Cream with the Ninja Creami, and you’ll get a silky-smooth, protein-packed dessert. It’s only got 4 ingredients and delivers 21g of protein with just 300 calories per pint—making it an indulgence you can feel good about!
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Ninja Creami Strawberry Cheesecake Protein Ice Cream

Here’s a guilt-free way to enjoy strawberry cheesecake! This Ninja Creami Cheesecake Ice Cream is lower in carbs and packed with protein—only 185 calories and 26g of protein per half-pint. Perfect for a sweet treat that keeps you on track!
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Ninja Creami Cookies and Cream Ice Cream

You’ll fall in love with this Ninja Creami Cookies and Cream Ice Cream! It's packed with Oreo chunks and a super creamy texture, and the best part—only 4 ingredients. Simple, sweet, and oh-so-delicious!
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Ninja Creami Acai Bowl

A white bowl containing 20 scoops of chocolate ice cream with a spoon placed inside. — Ninja Creami Acai Bowl. Photo credit: Give A Girl A Spoon.

This Ninja Creami Acai Bowl is as delicious as it is simple—just 3 ingredients and completely dairy-free! Top it with your favorites, and you’ve got a quick, healthy treat ready to go!
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Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream

Enjoy a guilt-free, refreshingly sweet treat with this Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream! With only 3 ingredients and free from any artificial additives, it’s a breeze to make and sure to please everyone—kids included!
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Ninja Creami Chocolate Ice Cream with cottage cheese

This Ninja Creami Chocolate Ice Cream with cottage cheese is the perfect blend of rich chocolate flavor and protein-packed goodness! Enjoy a lighter version with less fat and carbs—without compromising on taste!
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Ninja Creami Coconut Ice Cream (lite version)

A bowl of white ice cream topped with shredded coconut flakes and a spoon, perfect for those who learned to make ice creams sooner. — Ninja Creami Coconut Ice Cream. Photo Credit: Give a Girl a Spoon.

If you're dreaming of a tropical getaway, this Ninja Creami Coconut Ice Cream will transport you there! With only 6 ingredients, it’s the perfect creamy dessert to quench your cravings and bring that island vibe to your kitchen.
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Ninja Creami Dole Whip

Want a taste of Disney’s Dole Whip without the hassle? Make this Ninja Creami Dole Whip at home and get all the fun, minus the lines!
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Ninja Creami Pistachio Ice Cream

This soft-serve pistachio ice cream made with the Ninja Creami is the perfect balance of refreshing and delicious! It’s sure to become one of your go-to treats in no time.
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Ninja Creami Pumpkin Ice Cream

Get your fall fix year-round with this Ninja Creami Pumpkin Ice Cream! Made with only 5 ingredients, it’s a creamy, pumpkin-packed dessert that’s perfect for using up leftover pumpkin puree.
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Ninja Creami Cherry Ice Cream

Cherry lovers, this Ninja Creami Cherry Ice Cream is calling your name! With just 3 ingredients, it's a super easy and incredibly delicious treat you’ll want to make again and again.
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Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream

You’ll be hooked on this Blueberry Cheesecake Ice Cream made in the Ninja CREAMi! It’s made with minimal ingredients, no gums, and has the perfect creamy texture—totally irresistible!
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Strawberry and Banana Ice Cream

This Strawberry and Banana Ice Cream is as creamy as it gets and super easy to whip up in your Ninja CREAMi! Top it off with extra sliced strawberries and bananas for an even sweeter treat.
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Low Carb Coconut Ice Cream

Keto Coconut Ice Cream inside coconut shells with strawberries around. — Low Carb Coconut Ice Cream. Photo credit: Low Carb - No Carb.

Make your sugar-free, egg-free and no-churn creamy homemade Low Carb Coconut Ice Cream with your own coconut milk easy and fast.
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Skyr Popsicles

Those Sugar-Free Yogurt Protein Popsicles are one of the desserts you can enjoy for your protein-enriched breakfast without guilt. Fully gluten-free, and perfect for diabetics, our sugar-free ice cream pops made with only 3 ingredients, filled with extra probiotic cultures, skyr yogurt contains and only 1 g of total carbohydrates is the treat you would not want to miss.
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Peanut butter protein ice crem

Peanut butter chocolate chip protein ice cream in a baking loaf pan with a spoon in it and an ice cream scoop and chocolate chips around it. — Peanut butter protein ice crem. Photo credit: Fitasamamabear.

A creamy, delicious indulgence, this rich, peanut butter protein ice cream is whipped up in minutes and has 8 grams of protein.
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Ice cream bars

Treat yourself to these homemade ice cream bars are made with rich vanilla protein ice cream and coasted in a two-ingredient chocolate shell.
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