Ninja Creami Ice Cream
Make perfect Ninja Creami ice cream in minutes! Our easy vanilla recipe requires just 5 ingredients and delivers creamy, dreamy frozen dessert every time.
Equipment
- Ninja Creami pint
- Ninja Creami machine
- mixing bowl
- whisk
- measuring cups
- measuring spoons
- spoon
Ingredients
Ice Cream Base
- 1 1/4 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp fine sea salt
Optional Mix-in
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips optional
Instructions
- In a Ninja Creami pint, combine the whole milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and fine sea salt. Whisk vigorously for about 1 minute, or until the sugar is fully dissolved and the mixture is well combined.
- Secure the lid on the Creami pint and place it flat in your freezer. Freeze for at least 24 hours, or until the mixture is completely solid and frozen through. This firm freeze is crucial for proper processing.
- Once frozen solid, remove the pint from the freezer and remove the lid. Insert the Creami pint into the outer bowl and secure the outer bowl lid, making sure the blade is properly installed.
- Place the outer bowl assembly into your Ninja Creami machine and twist the handle to lock it into place. Select the "Lite Ice Cream" or "Ice Cream" function, depending on your machine model and desired consistency.
- Allow the machine to process the mixture completely. Once finished, open the outer bowl and check the texture of your ice cream. It should be creamy and scoopable.
- If the ice cream appears crumbly, powdery, or too soft, firmly re-attach the outer bowl lid and re-insert it into the machine. Perform a "Re-Spin" cycle to achieve a smoother, creamier consistency.
- If adding optional mix-ins like chocolate chips, create a 1-inch wide well down the center of the processed ice cream using a spoon. Pour the mix-ins into the well, then re-attach the lid and select the "Mix-In" function to evenly distribute them.
- Serve your freshly made Ninja Creami ice cream immediately for the best texture, or transfer it to an airtight container and refreeze for later enjoyment.
Notes
Add mozzarella or feta for a cheesy twist. Let dough rise in a warm oven (off) for faster proofing.