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Creamy Chocolate Protein Ice Cream – A Healthy Summer Dessert in Minutes

If you're craving a creamy, nourishing summer dessert, this protein ice cream is about to become your new favourite. Made with just a handful of simple ingredients and no added sugar, it's the perfect treat for a hot summer afternoon or a refreshing post-workout snack.

Frozen bananas create a naturally sweet, silky texture, while the Essa World Choco-Spice Vegan Protein adds a rich chocolate flavour and a boost of plant-based protein to keep you feeling satisfied.

 

Ingredients (Serves 2)

  • 2 ripe bananas, sliced and frozen overnight
  • 1 scoop (30 g) Essa World Choco-spice Vegan Protein
  • 80–90 ml unsweetened almond or coconut milk
  • 1 tbsp Greek yoghurt or coconut yoghurt (optional, for extra creaminess)
  • A pinch of salt
  • 1 tbsp peanut butter
  • ½ tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder

 

Method

  1. Place the frozen banana slices into a high-speed blender or food processor.
  2. Add the almond or coconut milk, Essa World Choco-Spice Vegan Protein, peanut butter, cocoa powder, a pinch of salt and, if using, the yoghurt.
  3. Blend until completely smooth and creamy. If needed, add a little more plant-based milk to help everything blend together.
  4. Enjoy immediately for a soft-serve consistency, or freeze for 30–60 minutes if you prefer a firmer, scoopable ice cream.
  5. Why We Love It

 

This recipe is a healthier alternative to traditional ice cream without compromising on flavour. The bananas provide natural sweetness, while the peanut butter adds healthy fats and a deliciously creamy texture. Essa World Choco-Spice Vegan Protein helps increase your daily protein intake, keeping you fuller for longer while supporting muscle recovery—making it the perfect treat after a workout or on a warm summer's day.

 

Tip

Top with fresh banana slices, roasted peanuts, cacao nibs or a drizzle of melted peanut butter. Finish with a sprinkle of cinnamon to enhance the warm, chocolatey flavour of the protein powder.

 

Approximate Nutrition (Per Serving)

Based on unsweetened almond milk and without the optional yoghurt.

  • Energy: approx. 220 kcal
  • Protein: approx. 14.5 g
  • Carbohydrates: approx. 30.5 g
  • of which natural sugars: approx. 14–15 g
  • Fat: approx. 5.5 g
  • Fibre: approx. 4 g

This recipe is proof that a summer dessert can be creamy, delicious and nourishing all at once. With Essa World Vegan Protein, it's easy to increase your daily protein intake while still enjoying a sweet treat—without compromising on taste.