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    Home » Recipes » Ninja Creami » Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe

    Published: Feb 2, 2023 · Modified: Apr 23, 2023 by Sarah Baumeister · This post may contain affiliate links · 2 Comments

    Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe

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    Enjoy this easy Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe. There are only a few simple ingredients to make this cold and creamy treat!

    two scoops of vanilla ice cream in a small green bowl.

    As I have been using my Ninja Creami machine more and more, I knew that I would have to create a classic vanilla ice cream recipe. Vanilla ice cream is great on its own or as an accompaniment to other desserts like brownies or apple desserts. Try it with this warm Apple Rose Tart, it's so good!

    This homemade ice cream recipe is similar to the one from Ninja Test Kitchen, but with a little less sugar! That's what I love about the Ninja, it's so versatile and easily adjustable to your needs and preferences.

    This ice cream maker produces a pint at a time, but you can prepare more and add the mixture to multiple Ninja Creami pints if you would like.

    To get started, here's what you will need. 

    Ingredients for Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream

    ninja creami vanilla ice cream ingredients on a white background.
    • cream cheese
    • vanilla bean paste (or vanilla extract)
    • white granulated sugar
    • heavy whipping cream
    • whole milk 

    How to make vanilla ice cream in the Ninja Creami

    Place cream cheese into a microwave safe dish and microwave for 10 seconds.

    Add to a small mixing bowl, along with sugar and vanilla. Whisk until well combined.

    vanilla, cream cheese, and sugar unmixed in a small green bowl.
    vanilla, cream cheese, and sugar whisked in a small green bowl.

    Slowly mix in heavy cream and whole milk until everything is fully incorporated.

    Once completely combined, pour vanilla ice cream base into the pint container and secure lid. 

    all ingredients whisked together in a small bowl.
    vanilla ice cream base added to ninja pint.
    frozen vanilla cream base before it has been churned.

    Place into the freezer for at least 24 hours until completely frozen. Make sure that the mixture freezes flat so that it doesn't go above the max fill line.

    Once frozen, remove lid and place base into the outer bowl. Secure the blade lid and place on to the Ninja Creami device, turning until you hear a click.

    Turn on machine and select ice cream. The machine will take just a few minutes to run through the cycle.

    vanilla ice cream in ninja pint.

    Once done, check ice cream. If it looks a little crumbly you can re-spin it. Otherwise, enjoy!

    Recipe Tip

    Since the flavor of this ice cream comes from the vanilla alone, I suggest using a high quality one. I loved vanilla bean paste for this reason, because the flavor is so vanilla-y! Pure vanilla extract works as well. 

    You can also use a vanilla bean pod and scrape out the seeds to add.

    vanilla ice cream in a small green bowl with spoons next to it.

    Mix in ideas

    Vanilla ice cream is wonderful on its own, but it is also a great base for all of your favorite toppings. Feel free to sprinkle these on top or add to the pint and select the mix-in button to incorporate throughout.

    • mini chocolate chips 
    • hot fudge
    • butterscotch chips
    • crumbled cookies
    • your favorite fruit

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    Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream

    Sarah Baumeister
    An Easy Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe with simple ingredients for a creamy and delicious frozen treat.
    4.41 from 15 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Additional Time 1 day d
    Total Time 1 day d 5 minutes mins
    Course Ninja Creami
    Cuisine American
    Servings 1 pint
    Calories 392 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 1 ½ tablespoons cream cheese
    • 1 tablespoon vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract
    • ¼ cup white granulated sugar ⅓ cup if you want sweeter ice cream
    • ¾ cup heavy whipping cream
    • 1 cup milk whole milk is preferable

    Instructions
     

    • Place cream cheese into a microwave safe dish and microwave for 10 seconds.
    • Add to a small mixing bowl, along with sugar and vanilla. Whisk until well combined.
    • Slowly mix in heavy cream and whole milk until everything is fully incorporated.
    • Once completely combined, pour vanilla ice cream base into the pint container and secure lid. 
    • Place into the freezer for at least 24 hours until completely frozen. Make sure that the mixture freezes flat so that it doesn't go above the max fill line.
    • Once frozen, remove lid and place base into the outer bowl. Secure the blade lid and place on to the Ninja Creami device, turning until you hear a click.
    • Turn on machine and select ice cream. The machine will take just a few minutes to run through the cycle.
    • Once done, check ice cream. If it looks a little crumbly you can re-spin it. Otherwise, enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 392kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 7gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 18gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 89mgSodium: 111mgSugar: 27g
    Tried this recipe?Let us know how it was!

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    1. K says

      June 09, 2023 at 7:45 pm

      Can I use vanilla bean instead of paste or extract? If so, how much of the bean should I use?

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      • Sarah says

        June 09, 2023 at 8:50 pm

        Yes! For one pint, use the seeds from one pod of vanilla.

        -Sarah

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