: What makes this Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream recipe stand out is the perfect balance of ingredients and how the machine’s technology transforms the frozen base into an ultra-creamy dessert. The combination of whole milk and heavy cream gives a luxurious mouthfeel, while the vanilla extract provides that classic, nostalgic flavor. Whether you’re making this ice cream for a casual family night or to impress guests at a dinner party, it’s a recipe that everyone will love.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup whole milk
- 1 cup heavy cream
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract (or vanilla bean paste for a richer flavor)
- A pinch of salt
Instructions:
- Prepare the Base: In a medium-sized mixing bowl, whisk together the whole milk and sugar until the sugar is completely dissolved. This step ensures the ice cream has a smooth texture without any graininess.
- Add the Cream and Vanilla: Stir in the heavy cream, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Make sure everything is well combined. If you’re using vanilla bean paste, scrape the beans from the pod and add them to the mixture for a more intense vanilla flavor.
- Chill the Mixture: Pour the mixture into the Ninja Creami pint container. Seal the container with its lid and place it in the freezer for at least 24 hours. It’s crucial that the mixture is fully frozen before moving on to the next step, as this allows the Ninja Creami to produce the best results.
- Process in the Ninja Creami: After freezing, remove the pint from the freezer and remove the lid. Insert the pint into the outer bowl of the Ninja Creami and lock it into place in the machine. Select the “Ice Cream” mode on your Ninja Creami and let the machine do its magic. This step will take a few minutes as the machine transforms the frozen mixture into creamy, soft ice cream.
- Check the Consistency: Once the process is complete, check the texture of the ice cream. If you want it softer, select the “Re-spin” function to make it even creamier. Repeat the re-spin as necessary until you reach the desired consistency.
- Enjoy or Customize: Your vanilla ice cream is now ready to enjoy! You can eat it as is or customize it with toppings like chocolate chips, caramel sauce, or fresh berries. If you’re looking to mix in toppings, use the “Mix-In” mode on the Ninja Creami after adding your extras to the ice cream.
- Storage: If you don’t finish the ice cream in one sitting, simply reseal the pint and return it to the freezer. You can re-spin it later to bring it back to its creamy texture.
