Just Ingredients Vanilla Bean

Vanilla Bean

6.8

Solid

Score range: 6.0 – 7.4

A decent option for Ninja Creami protein ice cream. Works well enough, but there are better choices in the rankings. Decent option if it's on sale.

The Review

The distinctive quality of Just Ingredients Vanilla Bean is its pronounced coconut flavor, which firmly places it in the "lite vanilla coconut" category rather than a pure vanilla base. If you appreciate the delicate sweetness and creaminess of coconut, this powder delivers an excellent and genuinely enjoyable experience, adding a unique complexity to your pints. This isn't the powder for a straightforward vanilla, but for those who welcome an elevated, multi-layered profile, it's a pleasant surprise.

The texture is slightly gritty, a characteristic likely attributable to the pea protein in the blend, though it doesn't significantly detract from the overall enjoyment of the pint. This subtle grittiness is easily overlooked given the powder's otherwise solid flavor profile. For an exceptional pairing, try it with Oreo Thins; the chocolate and cream notes complement the vanilla-coconut beautifully, making for an outstanding dessert.

Score Breakdown

Taste7/10

Flavor accuracy, no off-notes

Texture6/10

Creaminess, scoop-ability

Macros6/10

Protein-to-calorie efficiency

Would Buy Full Bag?~ Maybe
Sweetener

Stevia Leaf, Monk Fruit

+ Recipe adds erythritol (from the recipe, not this powder).

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👍Natural
Whey + CollagenWhey + Collagen: A Unique Combination

This powder combines whey protein (the primary source) with collagen peptides. Whey drives the creamy texture you want in the Creami, while collagen adds a slightly different mouthfeel and amino acid profile. Collagen is not a complete protein on its own, but paired with whey it rounds out the nutritional picture without significantly impacting spin performance.

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Macros

💪 11.8g / 100 cal · Average
Calories373
Protein44g
Fat13g
Carbs17g
Net Carbs15g

Tested with The Standard Recipe.

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Per Full Pint (pure — no Oreos)

Calories373
Protein44g
Total Fat13.0g
Saturated Fat7.5g
Total Carbohydrates17.0g
Dietary Fiber2.0g
Net Carbohydrates15g
Total Sugars12.5g
Sodium498mg

Calculated from the powder's nutrition label + The Standard Recipe baseline.

Ingredients

100% Grass-Fed Non-Denatured Whey Protein, Coconut Milk*, Pea Protein*, Grass-Fed Collagen, Chia Seed Protein*, Vanilla Extract*, Cinnamon*, Sea Salt, Stevia Leaf*, Vanilla Bean, Monk Fruit*

As printed on the label. Always check the current product packaging for the most up-to-date ingredient information.

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About This Brand

Just Ingredients — #3 Brand · 8.0 avg

Proven — Consistently Great👅 Best Flavor

Just Ingredients offers a consistent line of protein powders that translate effectively into frozen desserts. Across the flavors tested, the brand maintained reliable performance. While some flavors exhibited minor textural imperfections like slight graininess or iciness, these issues were generally manageable and did not significantly detract from the overall experience. The brand's ability to deliver distinct flavor profiles, even in more complex options like Chai, is notable.

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