Creamy, refreshing, and plant-based - this protein ice cream made with WAM Vanilla is your perfect summer snack. Quick to make, vegan & high in protein.
Craving an ice cream that not only tastes amazing but also gives you a boost of plant-based protein? These homemade pistachio vanilla protein lollies are your new go-to summer hack. Cool, creamy, satisfying - and completely free from animal ingredients or overpowering sweetness.
Whether it’s a post-workout treat, a refreshing dessert, or just a hot day pick-me-up - this recipe proves that high-protein snacks can be fun too.
Ingredients (makes approx. 6 ice lollies):
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50 g soaked pistachios (or pistachio butter)
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100 g unsweetened soy yoghurt
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200 ml soy milk
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Optional: sweetener of choice (e.g. agave syrup, date syrup, sugar or erythritol)
How to make them:
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Add the pistachios (or butter), soy yoghurt, soy milk, WAM Protein, and sweetener to a blender.
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Blend until smooth and creamy.
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Pour into ice lolly moulds and freeze for at least 4–6 hours (ideally overnight).
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Take them out, let them soften for a minute - and enjoy!
Why this recipe is special
These ice lollies are:
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Packed with plant-based protein (thanks to WAM Protein’s complete amino acid profile)
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Free from sucralose and artificial sweeteners
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100% vegan
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Super creamy - without using cream or eggs
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Ideal for hot summer days or as a smart post-workout dessert
Variations and tips:
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Not a pistachio fan? Swap them for almond butter, cashew butter, or peanut butter - they all work.
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Want to take it up a notch? Dip the frozen lollies in melted dark chocolate and sprinkle with chopped pistachios, cacao nibs, or toasted coconut flakes.
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No lolly moulds? Use small yoghurt pots or an ice cube tray - a wooden stick is all you need.
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Prefer scoopable ice cream? Use an ice cream maker (if you have one), or freeze the mixture in ice cube trays and blitz in a high-speed blender.
One last reminder:
Not every snack has to be “high protein” - and not every ice cream needs to be optimised. These lollies are a delicious, nutrient-packed option - but of course, you can also just enjoy a classic ice cream without guilt. Balance beats perfection. Always.
Why WAM Protein - Pure Vanilla?
Our plant-based vanilla protein blend delivers 23 g of protein per 30 g serving and has a naturally mild flavour that isn’t overly sweet. No artificial sweeteners - just the perfect base for creative summer recipes or your everyday shake ritual.
Hungry for more?
Check out our other WAM Protein recipes - from Banana Bread Bites to high-protein rice pudding.
