Chocolate “Frosty” Protein Pint

Prep Time: 10 minutes

Cook Time: 0 minutes

Freeze Time: 2–3 hours

Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes–3 hours 10 minutes

Servings: 2–4

Ingredients:

1 cup (240 ml) unsweetened almond milk

½ cup (120 g) Greek yogurt

2 scoops (about 60 g) chocolate protein powder

2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

2–3 tablespoons sweetener of choice

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

Pinch of fine salt

¼ teaspoon xanthan gum or 1 tablespoon instant pudding mix (optional)

1 to 1½ cups ice cubes

Instructions:

Chill a pint-sized freezer-safe container in the freezer.

Blend milk, yogurt, protein powder, cocoa, sweetener, vanilla, salt, and xanthan/pudding mix until smooth.

Add ice gradually and blend until thick, creamy, and frosty.

Adjust sweetness and texture with more sweetener or a splash of milk if needed.

Transfer mixture to chilled container, smooth the top, cover, and freeze 2–3 hours.

Let soften briefly at room temperature, then scoop and serve.

Nutrition (Calories)Approximately 220–280 calories per serving when divided into 3 portions (varies with protein powder and sweetener). Best for a high-protein dessert or post-workout treat; macros will differ by brand.

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Prep Time 10

Total Time 3 10

Servings: 4

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Calories: 220

Notes

Pro Tip:
Freeze the pint slightly under the fully-firm stage for the creamiest, soft-serve-like texture that scoops easily and feels closest to a classic frosty.