Protein Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream
I am obsessed with my Ninja Creami maker and I love making protein ice cream with it!
HOW TO MAKE PROTEIN PUMPKIN SPICE ICE CREAM
To make my protein pumpkin spice ice cream, I used Further Food Pumpkin Spice Collagen!
🎃 Benefits of Further Food Pumpkin Spice Collagen
Joint, skin, gut, and metabolic support—with cozy seasonal flavor
🧬 Core Benefits from Grass-Fed Collagen
Collagen peptides in Further Food’s blend provide:
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Joint & tendon health – Rich in glycine, proline, and hydroxyproline to support connective tissue repair
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Skin, hair, and nails – Stimulates collagen production for improved elasticity and hydration
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Gut integrity – Glycine and glutamine help strengthen the gut lining and reduce inflammation
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Muscle recovery – Supports fascia and muscle tissue repair post-exercise
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Healthy aging – Collagen synthesis declines ~1% per year after age 25—supplementation slows that decline
📚 Shaw et al., 2017 – 15 g collagen + vitamin C pre-training increased collagen synthesis in tendons and ligaments.
🍂 Added Benefits from Pumpkin Spice Blend
The pumpkin spice flavor isn’t just for taste—it’s built from functional spices:
1. Cinnamon
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Improves insulin sensitivity and blood sugar regulation
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Rich in polyphenols with antioxidant properties
2. Ginger
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Supports digestion and reduces nausea
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Anti-inflammatory effects for joint comfort
3. Nutmeg & Cloves
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Contain eugenol and myristicin, compounds with antimicrobial and antioxidant activity
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May help reduce oxidative stress
🔥 Why Pumpkin Spice Collagen is Special
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No added sugar – Sweetened naturally (often with monk fruit or stevia)
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Protein + anti-inflammatory spices – Great for mornings, fasting support, or post-workout
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Versatile use – Dissolves easily in coffee, tea, smoothies, or oatmeal
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Seasonal comfort – Warms you up and supports digestion in cooler months
🛠 Best Ways to Use
| Goal | How to Take |
|---|---|
| Post-workout recovery | Add to coconut milk for muscle + joint support |
| Evening treat | Mix into warm coconut milk with a sprinkle of cinnamon to relax before bed |
| Gut health | Combine with bone broth for a double collagen hit |
✅ Bottom Line
Further Food Pumpkin Spice Collagen isn’t just a seasonal gimmick—it’s a joint, skin, gut, and metabolic health supplement wrapped in cozy fall flavor. You get bioavailable protein, anti-inflammatory spices, and blood sugar support in a format you’ll actually want to drink every day.
🔑 Think of it as functional nutrition disguised as your favorite seasonal indulgence.
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Protein Pumpkin Spice Ice Cream
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup water (or unsweetened coconut milk)
- 2 scoops Further Food Pumpkin Spice Collagen Powder
- 1 large egg
- 1/8 teaspoon Redmond Real salt
OPTIONAL:
- 1 teaspoon stevia glycerite (or 2 tablespoons powdered allulose)
Instructions
- Place 1 cup water or unsweetened low fat coconut milk into the ninja creami container. Add the Further Food Pumpkin Spice collagen, egg, salt and sweetener if using.
- Use an immersion blender to combine the ingredients. Add more water until you reach the fill line. Stir with a spoon. Taste and if desired, add more stevia glycerite or allulose.
- Freeze for at least 6 hours or overnight.
- When ready to consume, allow to sit on the counter for 10 minutes (or sit in hot water for 2 minutes). Making sure it doesn't get too liquidy yet soft.
- Place in the Ninja Creami on the “lite” setting. This will spin for about 3 minutes. Check consistency and if you desire a creamier texture, run the mixture on the “gelato” setting. Depending on your desired texture, will determine your settings. Enjoy!
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This looks fantastic! If I wanted a different flavor would I be able to sub out the pumpkin spice collagen flavor with any of the other collagen flavors (lemon, chocolate, vanilla, matcha, or hazelnut) from Further Food?
You sure can. Enjoy! ❤️
I love the idea of your recipes. However, is there a way to substitute the protein powders? I just cannot afford them. 😫
I have tons of ice cream recipes without protein powders 🙏 https://mariamindbodyhealth.com/?s=ice+cream