Ninja Creami Coffee Ice Cream Recipe
Create delicious homemade coffee ice cream using the Ninja Creami machine with this easy-to-follow recipe. Start by brewing strong coffee or espresso, then mix it with heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and vanilla extract. Freeze the mixture for 24 hours in a freezer-safe container. Once frozen, process it in the Ninja Creami machine to achieve a smooth and creamy texture. Optionally, add mix-ins like chocolate chips or caramel swirls before serving. This guide also includes tips for perfecting the flavor, storing the ice cream, and exploring variations like mocha or caramel coffee ice cream. Enjoy a delightful treat that's customizable to your taste!
Equipment
- Ninja Creami Machine
- Measuring Cups and Spoons:
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk or electric mixer
- Freezer-Safe Container:
- Ice Cream Scoop
- Spoon or spatula (for adding mix-ins, if desired)
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Freshly brewed strong coffee or espresso (cooled)
- 1 Cup Heavy cream
- 1 Cup Whole milk
- 3/4 Cup Granulated sugar
- 1 Teaspoon Vanilla Extract
Optional add-ins:
- 1/2 Cup Chocolate chips
- 1/2 Cup Caramel swirls
Instructions
- Mix Ingredients: Combine cooled brewed coffee, heavy cream, whole milk, sugar, and vanilla extract in a bowl until sugar dissolves.
- Freeze: Pour mixture into a freezer-safe container. Freeze for 24 hours until solid.
- Churn: Transfer frozen mixture to Ninja Creami. Follow machine instructions to churn until creamy.
- Add Mix-Ins (Optional) and Serve: Add chocolate chips or caramel swirls during last minutes of churning if desired. Scoop into bowls and enjoy immediately!
Notes
- Brewed Coffee: Use strong coffee or espresso for robust flavor. Ensure it's cooled completely before mixing.
- Freezing Time: Freeze the ice cream base for at least 24 hours to achieve a firm texture suitable for churning.
- Ninja Creami Usage: Follow the manufacturer's instructions for your Ninja Creami machine to churn the ice cream to the desired consistency.
- Optional Add-Ins: Customize your ice cream with chocolate chips, caramel swirls, or other mix-ins during the last few minutes of churning.
- Storage: Store leftover ice cream in a freezer-safe container with a tight lid to maintain freshness and texture.
- Adjusting Sweetness: Taste the ice cream base before freezing to adjust sugar levels according to personal preference.
- Serving: For best results, serve the ice cream immediately after churning for a creamy texture. If firmer, let it soften slightly at room temperature before scooping.