Ninja Creami Apple Pie Ice Cream Recipe
Indulge in the delightful combination of classic apple pie flavors with creamy ice cream using the Ninja Creami. This recipe blends a rich ice cream base made from heavy cream, whole milk, granulated sugar, and vanilla extract with a homemade apple pie filling. The filling features peeled and diced apples, brown sugar, cinnamon, and a touch of nutmeg, cooked to perfection. The result is a luscious, flavorful ice cream that brings the warmth of apple pie into every creamy scoop, perfect for a cozy dessert treat.
Equipment
- Ninja Creami Machine Essential for churning and freezing the ice cream mixture.
- Medium Saucepan: For cooking the apple pie filling.
- Mixing Bowls: For combining and mixing ingredients.
- Measuring Cups and Spoons: To ensure accurate ingredient measurements.
- Peeler and Knife: For peeling, coring, and dicing the apples.
- Wooden Spoon or Spatula: For stirring the apple pie filling.
- Freezer-Safe Container: For storing the ice cream mixture before processing in the Ninja Creami.
- Cutting board For preparing the apples.
Ingredients
Ice Cream Base
- 1 Cup Heavy cream
- 1 Cup Whole milk
- 1/2 Cup Granulated sugar
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla extract
Apple Pie Filling
- 2 Medium apples, peeled, cored, and diced
- 1/4 Cup Brown sugar
- 1 Teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1/4 Teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 1 Tablespoon Butter
- 1 Teaspoon Lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Apple Pie Filling: Cook diced apples with brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, butter, and lemon juice in a saucepan until soft and thickened. Cool completely.
- Make the Ice Cream Base:Mix heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and vanilla extract until sugar dissolves.Fold in the cooled apple pie filling.
- Freeze and Process:Freeze the mixture in a container for 24 hours.Process in the Ninja Creami according to machine instructions.Serve immediately or store in the freezer.
Notes
- Apple Selection: Choose apples that are firm and slightly tart for the best flavor and texture in the ice cream.
- Cooking Time: Ensure the apple pie filling is cooked until the apples are soft and the mixture is thickened to enhance flavor and prevent excess moisture in the ice cream.
- Chilling Time: Allow the apple pie filling to cool completely before mixing it into the ice cream base to prevent melting and maintain the ice cream's creamy texture.
- Freezing: Freeze the ice cream mixture for at least 24 hours before processing it in the Ninja Creami to ensure it sets properly and achieves the desired consistency.
- Ninja Creami Instructions: Follow the manufacturer's instructions for your Ninja Creami machine when processing the ice cream to achieve optimal results.
- Serving and Storage: Serve the ice cream immediately after processing for a soft-serve consistency. For a firmer texture, transfer it to a freezer-safe container and freeze until ready to serve.