Butterscotch Ninja Creami (No Protein Powder)

This Butterscotch Ninja Creami is creamy, sweet, and full of rich butterscotch flavor without protein powder. It’s an easy way to make a low-calorie, high-protein butterscotch frozen treat using just four simple ingredients.

I designed this recipe to work both as a complete butterscotch pint on its own and as a foundational base for mix-ins and toppings. You can enjoy the entire pint as-is or add cookies, cereal, chocolate, candy, or other toppings.

Like all of my recipes, this one is Made for the Whole Pint. The entire finished pint follows my 400 / $4 / 4 Rule: under 400 calories, under $4 in ingredients, and under 4 minutes of active prep time.

Why You’ll Love This Butterscotch Ninja Creami

Jell-O Sugar-Free Butterscotch Instant Pudding Mix provides the butterscotch flavor while helping create a smooth, creamy texture. Combined with Kroger Carbmaster Fat Free Milk, the entire pint comes to just 158 calories with 19 grams of protein, without adding protein powder.

It’s a simple four-ingredient base that delivers butterscotch flavor while still leaving plenty of flexibility for mix-ins and toppings.

Ingredients & Substitutions

This butterscotch Ninja Creami uses just four ingredients: Kroger Carbmaster Fat Free Milk, Monk Fruit In The Raw, Jell-O Sugar-Free Butterscotch Instant Pudding Mix, and salt.

I use Kroger Carbmaster Fat Free Milk because it provides a lot of protein for relatively few calories. Fairlife Fat Free Ultra-Filtered Milk can be substituted 1:1, although nutrition and cost will vary depending on the milk used.

I use Monk Fruit In The Raw to add sweetness without increasing the calories. The recipe uses 24 grams, or about 2 tablespoons. You can use your preferred zero-calorie granulated sweetener, although sweetness can vary between products.

Jell-O Sugar-Free Butterscotch Instant Pudding Mix provides the butterscotch flavor and helps thicken the base for a smoother texture after processing. I use 14 grams of pudding mix in place of xanthan gum. A small amount of salt helps balance the sweetness and bring out the butterscotch flavor.

Variations

You can customize this butterscotch base with these simple toppings:

Butterscotch Biscoff

233 calories | 20 g protein | $2.43 per pint

Butterscotch Pretzel Crunch

244 calories | 21 g protein | $2.37 per pint

See the full variation instructions, nutrition, cost, and photos below the recipe card.

Tips for the Best Butterscotch Ninja Creami (No Protein Powder)

Blend the base ingredients thoroughly before freezing. I recommend an immersion blender because it is quick, easy to clean, and does a great job combining the milk, sweetener, and pudding mix evenly. A regular blender can also work well. A handheld milk frother or shaker cup may also work for this recipe since there are no solid ingredients to break down.

Blend for about 30–60 seconds, making sure all ingredients are fully combined before freezing.

Make sure the blended mixture stays below the MAX FILL line before freezing. A small amount of foam above the line is okay, provided the actual liquid mixture stays below it once the foam settles. If the mixture exceeds the line, reduce the ingredient amounts proportionally before freezing.

Freeze time can vary depending on your freezer temperature, but I recommend 24 hours to be safe and help ensure the pint is fully frozen. Freeze the pint on a level surface with the lid removed to help prevent a bump from forming.

Before spinning, check that the frozen surface is level and does not have a raised bump. Do not process a pint with a significantly uneven frozen surface. If necessary, allow the mixture to soften or melt, smooth it out, and refreeze it on a level surface until completely solid.

Before spinning, let the pint sit on the counter for about 15 minutes or run hot water over the outside of the container for about 1 minute.

Process using the Lite Ice Cream setting. After the first cycle, check the texture. If it still needs significant processing, run a Re-Spin. If it is already close to the texture you like and you plan to add mix-ins, you can skip the Re-Spin and go directly to the Mix-In cycle. If you are enjoying the pint as-is and it has reached your preferred consistency, no additional processing is needed.

If the mixture is especially dry or powdery, try a Re-Spin first. If it still needs additional moisture, add a small splash of water before another Re-Spin. Avoid adding too much liquid at once, as it can make the finished ice cream softer than intended.

If you are adding mix-ins, make a hole slightly off-center with a butter knife, add your ingredients, and run the Mix-In cycle. I prefer freezing mix-ins ahead of time when practical so they hold up better during processing. Add any toppings after processing.

What to Do About Icy Sides

A thin icy layer around the sides of the pint after the first spin is normal because the blade does not reach the very edge of the container. Avoid scraping the icy sides into the creamy center before running another cycle.

Once you’re finished processing, you can push the icy layer toward the bottom so it softens while you eat from the top. Another option is to enjoy the creamy center first and let the icy sides soften as you eat.

How to Store Leftover Ninja Creami

If you do not finish the entire pint, smooth the remaining ice cream into a level surface, replace the lid, and return it to the freezer.

When you’re ready to enjoy the leftovers, allow them to soften slightly or process them again using the appropriate setting for your Ninja Creami model if needed. Keep in mind that additional processing may further break down any mix-ins.

Calories, Protein & Cost

The entire pint has 158 calories, 19 grams of protein, 20 grams of carbs, and 0 grams of fat.

The approximate ingredient cost is $2.19 per pint.

Nutrition and cost are calculated for the entire pint using the specific ingredients listed. Substitutions may change both, and ingredient prices will vary by store and location.

Cost Breakdown

Based on the package prices I paid when testing this recipe, here’s approximately what each ingredient costs for one pint:

Ingredient	Amount	Cost
Kroger Carbmaster Fat Free Milk	355 g	$0.98
Monk Fruit In The Raw	24 g	$0.35
Jell-O Sugar-Free Butterscotch Instant Pudding Mix	14 g	$0.85
Salt	1 g	$0.01
Total Cost Per Pint		$2.58

Costs are estimates based on representative prices for the specific ingredients listed. Actual costs may vary by store, location, package size, and current pricing.

Butterscotch Biscoff Variation

Make the Butterscotch Ninja Creami (No Protein Powder) according to the recipe above. After processing, crumble 2 Lotus Biscoff Original Cookies and sprinkle them over the finished pint.

Entire finished pint: 233 calories | 20 g protein | 32 g carbs | 3 g fat

Approximate ingredient cost: $2.43 per pint.

Butterscotch Pretzel Crunch Variation

Make the Butterscotch Ninja Creami (No Protein Powder) according to the recipe above. After processing, crush 20 g of Rold Gold Tiny Twists Pretzels and sprinkle them over the finished pint.

Entire finished pint: 244 calories | 21 g protein | 36 g carbs | 1 g fat

Approximate ingredient cost: $2.37 per pint.

Want to Build Your Own Variation?

Use Build Your Own Pint to customize your Ninja Creami with different toppings and see the calories, macros, and estimated cost before you make it.