This collection of recipes for the Ninja Creami machine include small batch, creamy, delicious, treats designed to make you smile.
These Ninja Creami recipes are simple and so easy to customize–there’s something for everyone!
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During the summertime, people are all about ice cream and other cold treats. I’ll let you in on a little secret. I love ice cream all year round! You too? I thought so!
Store bought ice cream is good, but the prices are nothing to balk at. And don’t even get me started on ice cream and custard shop treats!
I prefer to make my frozen treats at home where I can keep the cost manageable, know what’s going into my threats, and make all my favorite flavors.
To keep it simple, I love to make no-churn ice cream recipes. They’ve been my go-to until I discovered the Ninja Creami ice cream maker.
I’m smitten, and I think you will be too!
As much as we love homemade ice cream, we made up for the initial investment quickly, and I love the ease of making Ninja creami sorbet recipes, ice creams and gelato.
If you need an easy ice cream recipe that doesn’t require a lot of effort, you’re in the right place. 🙂
The Best Ninja Creami Recipes
Ninja Creami ice cream recipes are great because they make small batches and can be easily customized.
You will love these ice cream, gelato and Ninja Creami sorbet recipes.
We’re sharing a variety of our favorite recipes, including everything from classic vanilla ice cream to a Dole Whip to homemade chocolate ice cream to refreshing mint chocolate chip ice cream!
And with more than 90 easy Ninja Creami recipes to choose from, you’re sure to find something for everyone.
Ninja Creami Recipes
From rich and creamy ice creams to light and refreshing sorbets, you'll love these Ninja Creami recipes!
Everybody needs a good quality vanilla ice cream recipe! Whether you want to eat it plain, add a scoop to cobbler or pie, or use it in a sundae, it's a classic!
This rich and creamy chocolate ice cream is sure to satisfy your sweet tooth! Just a few ingredients is all you need for a decadent treat.
Sweetly spiced cookie butter makes this Ninja Creami ice cream so delicious! It's a silky smooth treat you'll love!
Apple pie in ice cream form? Yes, please! This delicious recipe uses apple pie filling to keep things simple, and you can add graham crackers for the crust appeal.
This fresh peach sorbet is easy to make, especially since you don't have to peel the peaches first! It's bursting with summer flavor, and it's one of our favorites!
If you love orange creamsicle flavor, you'll adore this Ninja Creami orange sherbet! Made with fresh orange juice, it's a refreshing treat.
If you're a fan of Oreo cookies, you're going to love this Ninja Creami cookies and cream ice cream! Chopped cookies are easy to add with the mix-in function.
This easy pistachio gelato is ultra-creamy and indulgent, and requires just a few basic ingredients.
This Ninja Creami cherry sorbet makes use of sweet ripe cherries available during the summer. The result is a fantastic flavor, with just the right amount of sweetness.
You'll never know this is frozen yogurt and not regular ice cream! It's bursting with fresh strawberry flavor and has a rich and creamy texture that's amazing.
This Ninja Creami vanila gelato is super creamy and so delicious! It's easier to make than you think!
This silky smooth, cool and creamy pumpkin cheesecake ice cream is the perfect way to enjoy the flavors of fall, even when the weather is warm! Or, add a scoop over a slice of Thanksgiving pecan pie for a delectable treat.
For a lower fat, higher protein treat, try making this chocolate ice cream with cottage cheese! It's super creamy and indulgent, but it's a healthier option.
This sweet, creamy lemon gelato is super easy to make, thanks to the addition of lemon curd. It's a delightful treat!
This Ninja Creami orange ice cream is made with orange soda! It's easy to make and disappears fast in our house!
This pistachio ice cream makes use of pistachio pudding mix, so it's an easy recipe that's rich and creamy.
You'll never guess this rocky road ice cream is a lower-sugar treat! It's rich, creamy, and loaded with goodies.
This easy raspberry ice cream is chock full of chocolate chips and Magic Shell, making it a decadent treat that's tasty enough for a special occasion, but easy enough for any day of the week!
DId you know you can make ice cream from cottage cheese? It's a great way to add protein and creaminess to your frozen treats!
Imagine you're on the beach when you're enjoying the tropical flavors of this Ninja Creami pina colada ice cream! Pineapple and coconut take center stage in this delicious treat.
It doesn't get much easier than using strawberry gelatin to create a delicious sorbet! This is a simple, flavorful treat.
Skip the trip to Dairy Queen and make your own Blizzard at home! This copycat recipe is easy to make in the Ninja Creami, and you can swap out mix-ins, depending on what sounds good to you!
Another easy ice cream recipe that uses pudding mix! This vanilla ice cream is velvety smooth and easy to make!
If you love Butterfinger candy bars, you've got to try this Butterfinger ice cream!
Making vanilla ice cream is a cinch with Junket ice cream mix, and the Ninja Creami makes it even easier!
For a higher-protein cookies and cream dessert, try this Oreo protein ice cream! It's a decadent treat that helps you meet your protein intake goals in the most delicious way.
Floral and fruity flavors pair perfectly in this Ninja Creami violet lemonade sorbet! It's such a delicious spring and summer frozen treat.
Using sugar free pistachio pudding makes it easy to create a healthier treat that's still super satisfying! It's a pistachio treat you'll love.
This lemon ice cream is made with lemon pudding mix and lemon Oreos, making it like a lemon cookies and cream treat!
If you grew up loving orange push-pops as much as I did, then you're going to be reliving your childhood with this easy orange sorbet made with Jell-O! It's so flavorful and vibrant, and just makes me happy.
This pineapple sorbet recipe needs only one ingredient--canned pineapple!
Making vanilla ice cream with Cool Whip ensures that your frozen treat is perfectly creamy--and it's perfectly easy to do!
Silky smooth red velvet cake batter ice cream is easy to whip up in your Ninja Creami! It's pretty red hue makes it a great holiday dessert option!
Who says ice cream is only for summer? This gingerbread ice cream is perfect for celebrating the holidays this year!
Cool and refreshing, mint chocolate chip ice cream is one of my favorites! It's easy to make in the Ninja Creami, and the mix-in function helps ensure chocolate chips are evenly dispersed!
Forget the drink from the Sonic Drive-in! You can make cherry limeade sorbet in your Ninja Creami, and boy is it delicious!
Ice cream isn't just for summer! Enjoy rich and creamy pumpkin ice cream made in the Ninja Creami!
This copycat Wendy's Frosty is made with chocolate milk and pudding mix, so it's a super simple recipe that's great for beginners.
This delicious grape sorbet has the flavor of a grape popsicle, but in sorbet form! It's super easy to make, and it's one that disappears fast in my house.
Harry Potter fans will love this Butterbeer inspired ice cream! Made with homemade butterscotch, it's a delightful treat.
This Ninja Creami "chunky monkey" ice cream uses ripe bananas for sweetness, so it's a copycat recipe you can feel good about.
Lime sherbet is the stuff summer dreams are made of, and this easy version comes together quickly with minimal effort on your part, thanks to a package of lime Jell-O!
If you love pumpkin pie, you're in for a treat with this ice cream! It's made with pumpkin pie mix, so it's super easy to whip up. Add a dollop of whipped cream and Thanksgiving dessert is taken care of!
This vanilla sweet cream ice cream is made with sweetened condensed milk, so it's easy to make and serves as a delicious base for your favorite mix-ins. Add chopped cookies, candy, or nuts for a tasty treat!
You won't believe how easy it is to make this delicious cherry pie sorbet! Pie in frozen form? Yes please!
Learn how to make the classic Disney treat with this Ninja Creami Dole Whip copycat recipe.
Easy Ninja Creami Strawberry Sorbet: Just 3 Ingredients!
This refreshing strawberry sorbet is made with fresh strawberries, for a delicious sweet treat that's perfect for summer.
Transform your favorite yogurt into a delicious frozen yogurt treat with the Ninja Creami! Skip the fro-yo shop and add your favorite toppings at home.
Sweet potato casserole in ice cream form? Yes, please! Toasted marshmallows and pecans top this sweet potato ice cream, making the perfect fall dessert.
You can easily create a creamy milkshake in the Ninja Creami, by combining your favorite ice cream and some milk. These milkshakes disappear fast in my home!
Cherry and chocolate were meant to be together! This Ninja Creami cherry ice cream with chocolate bits throughout is a deliciously satisfying treat.
No dairy? No sweat! You'll love this easy recipe for dairy free chocolate ice cream that's rich, creamy, and full of flavor.
Learn how to transform a protein shake into a decadent dessert with this easy recipe for protein ice cream!
Inspired by everyone's favorite blue monster, this Cookie Monster ice cream is a decadent treat! We love the addition of both Oreos and Chips Ahoy cookies!
Ninja Creami Chocolate Ice Cream Made with Chocolate Milk
All you need is some chocolate milk to enjoy this easy ice cream!
This delicious apple sorbet is made with just one ingredient--apple pie filling! Such a simple yet tasty treat!
If you need an easy Christmas dessert, this eggnog ice cream is perfection! Serve it as is or on top of a slice of pecan pie for a holiday treat.
Cake batter ice cream has long been a favorite of mine, and now I can enjoy it whenever I want, thanks to this easy Ninja Creami recipe!
Fresh peaches combine with a hint of cinnamon and sugar, to create a swoon-worthy dessert that makes use of summer's bounty.
Ninja Creami Nutella Ice Cream (Chocolate Hazelnut Ice Cream)
This Nutella ice cream is so easy to make in the Ninja Creami! If you love the classic chocolate hazelnut spread, you'll definitely want to make this cool and creamy treat.
This banana nut ice cream is super simple to make, and tastes just like a slice of banana bread. Heavenly!
All you need is some canned mango to whip up a batch of this refreshingly sweet mango sorbet in your Ninja Creami machine!
Not everybody can enjoy dairy, but everyone should be able to enjoy ice cream! This dairy-free Ninja Creami vanilla ice cream is a fantastic base for all of your favorite mix-ins.
Butterscotch pudding mix is transformed into a silky smooth ice cream in the Ninja Creami! Definitely a keeper.
Making chocolate ice cream with pudding mix is a game-changer! So rich and creamy, and just the right amount of sweetness.
Berry pie filling combines with fresh lemon to create a refreshingly delicious sorbet. It's easy to make and will cool you down on a hot day.
Raise your hand if you always drink the milk from the bottom of your cereal bowl! This cereal milk ice cream uses infused milk so you can enjoy your favorite breakfast in dessert form.
Instant cheesecake pudding mix and cherry pie filling combine to bring the flavors of your favorite cheesecake to ice cream form!
The brightness of peaches is perfect for a summer day. And as a bonus, this recipe uses canned fruit, so it's super easy!
Sometimes you want to satisfy your sweet tooth and get some protein at the same time. With this chocolate frozen yogurt, you get the best of both worlds!
Enjoy summer in a glass when you make a strawberry milkshake in the Ninja Creami! It's super simple to do!
Rich and creamy peanut butter ice cream is such a smooth and decadent treat. Add chopped peanut butter cups as a mix-in if you'd like!
Frozen hot chocolate ice cream? Yes, please! Adding a sprinkling of mini marshmallows and a bit of whipped cream rounds out the experience.
This kiwi sorbet is a super refreshing treat, and a great way to use up ripe kiwi before they go bad!
Watermelon and lemonade are two summer faves that will quench your thirst fast. Combining them in a watermelon lemonade sorbet is the best idea ever!
Did you know you can make sorbet in the NInja Creami using applesauce? This is a great way to enjoy a low-fat treat that doesn't skimp on flavor.
Canned pears transform into a delicious treat, complete with warm spices and plenty of flavor. It's like eating pear cobbler in sorbet form!
As carefree and sweet as a warm summer day, this vegan watermelon ice cream is creamy, smooth, and flavorful with a hint of lime and sweetness.
Made with fresh watermelon and only two other ingredients, this frozen dairy-free treat is unbelievably creamy because it is made in the Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker.
One of the best desserts out there is brownies. There isn’t much better than a soft, chewy, fudge brownie served warm over vanilla ice cream.
Since ice cream is also one of the best desserts, mixing the two together must create the ultimate dessert, right?
The flavor and texture of this blueberry pie ice cream made in the Ninja Creami is the perfect sweet treat.
Cooking the blueberries to make them into a compote or thick sauce really made all of the difference!
Apple pie ice cream will bring a little taste of fall to a warm summer day. This vegan ice cream is super easy to make in the Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker.
It is made with canned pie filling, a little spice, and Ritz Crackers to lend an authentic apple pie flavor.
If you are a fan of Almond Joy candy bars, you're going to swoon over this ice cream recipe.
The ultimate coffee treat, this Ninja CREAMi coffee ice cream is rich and sweet. Make it even more decadent with vanilla or chocolate flavored milk.
Need a vegan ice cream recipe? This peanut butter gelato is a rich and creamy treat that's just for you!
Sweet cherries are a delight in this Ninja Creami gelato. Add some chocolate sauce for a "black forest" type treat.
Healthy Ninja Creami Dole Whip Recipe: Vegan, Refined Sugar-Free, No Ice Cream
In case you aren’t sure what Disney Dole Whip is, let me explain. It’s a creamy pineapple soft serve that you can get at Disney parks that are actually vegan and gluten-free as is!
I love it, but I haven’t been to go to the Mouse House in a while, so I’m making a tastier (and healthier!) pineapple whip at home in my Ninja Creami.
Banana pudding in ice cream form? Sign me up!
Learn how to make delicious protein-packed ice cream in your Ninja Creami.
This low-carb treat uses fresh lemon juice and monk fruit sweetener, making it keto-friendly.
Coffee and Oreos come together in a delightful way in this yummy treat. Spike it with Baileys or Kahlua for something even more special.
If you love butter pecan ice cream, wait until you try this gelato!
Zippy and refreshing, this orange sorbet is a sweet treat you can feel good about.
Hot cinnamon spice tea is my favorite on a cool day--and now you can use it for ice cream! Perfect for a low carb diet.
Ripe raspberries make some of the best desserts, and this sorbet is no exception.
Italian ice was a childhood favorite treat when we went to the beach. Now you can make your own at home!
Vegan orange creamsicle ice cream is made with orange juice concentrate, French vanilla pudding mix, a little sugar, vanilla extract, oat milk, and coconut cream, and is an absolute dream come true!
The creamy smooth orange-vanilla flavors taste just like an orange creamsicle. You will want to make this dairy-free frozen dessert again and again!
It may have a strange name, but this ice cream uses goat cheese, sweet jam, and fragrant rosemary for a unique flavor profile!
Printable Ninja Creami Recipes
If you’d like some of our favorite Ninja Creami recipes in printable form, check out Tried and True: 35 Favorite Ninja Creami Recipes!
It contains loads of delicious options in a digital download.
Check it out here, or click the image below!
About The Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker
If your family is like mine, everyone has different preferences regarding ice cream, and selecting a flavor we all agree on is practically impossible.
Usually, we grab several pints of different flavors so everyone can enjoy their favorite (pro tip: buy extra pint containers!).
What I love about the Ninja Creami is that we can make small batches of frozen treats with customized flavors and different mix-ins. It’s easy to create unique concoctions that we each love.
We can even make keto, low sugar, dairy free and vegan Ninja Creami recipes. It’s a simple way to make sure everyone gets what they need in their own ice cream.
So easy to satisfy your sweet tooth, no matter what your dietary needs are.
How The Ninja Creami Works
The Ninja Creami reverses the traditional ice cream making process.
Instead of churning or whipping ingredients and allowing them to freeze, you prepare an ice cream base and freeze it in a special Ninja Creami pint container for at least 24 hours.
Then you transfer the pint into your Ninja Creami machine, which “creamifies” the base with one of seven settings (such as an Ice Cream button, Sorbet button, Gelato button, etc.), by finely chopping or shaving the frozen concoction.
Many people wonder if the Ninja Creami is a blender, but it’s not! The blades aren’t sharp like a blender’s are, which makes washing it even easier.
I’ll admit, I was a little skeptical at first. But the results are impressively creamy (and easy!). It’s one of those kitchen appliances I wasn’t sure if I would find worthwhile, but I’ve been pleasantly surprised.
It’s just so easy to make a sweet treat from simple ingredients, whenever you want!
Traditional ice cream makers may still have their place, but the Ninja Creami has certainly simplified the process.
Making Substitutions with Easy Ninja Creami Recipes
For the most part, the Ninja Creami recipes featuring a more classic ice cream flavor use basic ingredients that are easy to find and keep on hand.
But there are some exceptions, especially for those who follow special diets, who need to ditch dairy or use sugar substitutes.
Many Ninja Creami recipes call for a tablespoon of cream cheese, which helps to bind the ingredients and keep ice crystals from forming. Some recipes use guar gum as a stabilizer instead, as it helps thicken the liquid and prevent crystal formation.
Whole milk and granulated sugar make regular appearances, too.
If you need to change a Ninja Creami recipe based on what you have on hand or dietary needs you need to accommodate, here are a few easy substitutions.
- Eliminate Dairy: If you need to make a recipe dairy free, you can generally use unsweetened coconut milk, oat milk,or almond milk instead of regular whole milk. Try using unsweetened coconut cream instead of heavy cream. And if a recipe calls for cream cheese, substitute vegan cream cheese instead.
- Cut the Sugar: In recipes that call for sugar, you can substitute monk fruit sweetener (or other sugar substitute of choice). If you don’t need it sugar free, you can use agave nectar or maple syrup. In some cases, guar gum is used to
- Increase Protein: Adding protein powder, protein shakes, or collagen powder to the liquid base is a great way to increase the protein content and make your Ninja Creami protein ice cream. Just remember to mix well to dissolve.
- Specialty Ingredients: Some recipes call for ingredients you may not have on hand. Sometimes these are critical ingredients, and sometimes they aren’t. For instance, if a recipe calls for vanilla bean paste, use more readily available vanilla extract instead.
Helpful Ninja Creami Tips
When you first use your Ninja Creami, it may feel a little bit overwhelming. But really, once you get started, you’ll see it’s actually quite simple.
Here are a few helpful tips to remember:
- Don’t overfill the pint. Keep the ice cream base at or under the max fill line. The liquid will expand during freezing, and you want the blade to have room to spin when you place pint of solid bases into the machine.
- Freeze your pint on a level surface in your freezer.
- Your Ninja Creami pint container, once frozen, will be inserted into an outer bowl.
- The outer bowl lid, which contains the blade, will lock into place over the bowl. If needed, check the owner’s manual for lid assembly instructions.
- Place bowl assembly into the machine, and it twists up so it locks into place within the machine. Select your function (Ice Cream function, Sorbet function, etc.) and let the machine do its work.
- Ninja’s Creamify technology is pretty impressive, but sometimes a pint will need a re-spin if it turns out crumbly the first time. I like to add a tablespoon of liquid (usually milk) before re-spinning.
- Sometimes you can avoid a re-spin if you let the pint sit out at room temperature for a few minutes before running the first cycle.
- If you want to add mix-ins, like chocolate chips, you can do that after spinning. Make a well in the ice cream (roughly 1.5″ wide, extending to the bottom of the pint) and fill the well with your mix-ins. Use the Mix-In button to stir the pieces in.
- The creamy ice cream is usually the consistency of soft serve when it’s finished. You can pop it back in the freezer for a bit if you prefer it to be a bit firmer.
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C an I use lactose free milk and rice milk in recipes
Hi Robin! I haven’t personally tried either of those types of milk, but I think they should work fine! If you’re using rice milk, you may want to add some coconut cream for a bit of fat (for a creamier texture), or you can use the Lite Ice Cream button if you’re not compensating for the fat found in whole milk or cream. I hope that helps! 🙂
Thank you for such an informative article with so many unique recipes!
You’re welcome, Jodie! I’m glad you found it helpful! 🙂
I made the pistachio using a full 3.4 oz box of pudding. It was not only thick it was to thick. The machine was violently shaking. The texture is extremely gummy and it doesn’t melt. The taste, not the best. It might be better using a half a box.
Thank you for letting us know, Donna!
Wow! This looks like an amazing collection of recipes featuring the popular ice cream flavor, Ninja Creami. I can’t wait to try some of these delicious-looking treats at home!
Thank you–I hope you enjoy them! 🙂