Bored of Plain Vanilla? Here's How to Remix Every CRUSHS Flavor

Vanilla is a solid starting point and honestly one of the most versatile flavors in our lineup. But it's also the easiest one to fall into eating the exact same way every night without thinking about it. The fix isn't switching to something else. It's just changing what goes into the bowl.

A serving of CRUSHS ice cream has 23g of protein and 0g of added sugar no matter what you add, so switching things up doesn't cost you anything nutritionally.

At a Glance

  • Vanilla gets boring fast for some people because it's neutral and easy to repeat without noticing.

  • Small add-ins/mix-ins are usually all you need to make it feel different.

  • Mint Chocolate and Cookies and Cream are the 2 newest flavors worth trying.

  • Every flavor in our lineup has an easy way to switch it up!

Why Do You Get Bored of Plain Vanilla So Fast?

Because it's the most neutral flavor in the lineup. Nothing about it demands attention, which is great when you want something that goes with everything, and not so great when you've been eating it the same way for two weeks straight.

The fix isn't avoiding vanilla. It's stopping eating it plain.

How Can You Change Up Vanilla Without Buying a New Flavor?

Add something. A swirl of nut butter, crushed graham crackers, or fresh berries turns the same pint into something that feels completely different. You don't need a new flavor, you just need one thing to mix in.

Rotating 2-3 simple add-ins across a week is usually enough to keep it interesting. For more ideas, the CRUSHS mix-ins collection has over 50 combinations worth browsing.

What's New in the Lineup Worth Trying?

Mint Chocolate and Cookies and Cream are the two newest flavors. If your rotation has gotten a little predictable, these are the easiest fix.

Mint Chocolate has that cooler, dessert-shop flavor that works really well with a few extra chocolate chips on top. Cookies and Cream already feels like a treat on its own without needing anything added.

Both are easy ways to break out of a vanilla-every-night rut without changing your routine at all. Check the full CRUSHS flavor lineup for what's available right now.

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How Do You Change Up Chocolate, Strawberry, and Salted Caramel?

Each one has an obvious pairing that takes it further without much effort.

Chocolate is great with a peanut butter swirl or a few crushed pretzels. Strawberry pairs well with fresh or frozen berries folded in during the mix-in cycle. Salted Caramel gets even better with a pinch of extra sea salt or a drizzle of sugar-free caramel on top.

Most of this is already in your kitchen. For the full recipe collection by flavor, mix-ins by flavor makes it easy to find combinations for each one.

What About Cold Brew?

Cold Brew is probably the most flexible flavor in the lineup because it works at night and in the morning.

A dash of cinnamon or cocoa powder makes it feel more like an after-dinner dessert. A shot of espresso stirred in turns it into a breakfast bowl. Same pint, completely different vibe depending on what you add and when you eat it.

For more on the breakfast angle, protein ice cream for breakfast covers exactly how that works.

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A creamy bowl of ice cream like CRUSHS is easy to get down and still gives you 23g of protein.

You can eat it everyday.

CRUSHS comes in Vanilla, Chocolate, Strawberry, Salted Caramel, Cold Brew, Mint Chocolate, and Cookies and Cream. Each one has 23g of protein and 0g of added sugar per serving.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the easiest flavor to add variety to?

Vanilla, since it's the most neutral and pairs well with almost anything, fruit, chocolate, nut butter, you name it.

Are Mint Chocolate and Cookies and Cream permanent flavors?

They're part of the current lineup. Check the product page for the most up to date availability.

Do mix-ins change the protein or sugar content?

The base stays at 23g of protein and 0g of added sugar regardless of what you add. Whatever you mix in will have its own nutritional profile, so check that separately if it matters to you.

How often should you rotate flavors?

No strict rule, but two or three different flavors or add-in combos across a week tends to keep things feeling fresh without much extra effort.

This article is for informational purposes only and is not intended as medical or nutritional advice. If you have a health condition, dietary restrictions, or concerns about blood sugar management, consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet.

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