Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Accurately weigh all your ingredients directly into a Ninja Creami tub. This recipe fits perfectly in a 470ml tub; adjust quantities for other machine sizes, usually up to the MAX FILL line.
- Using a whisk or spoon, stir the ingredients vigorously until fully combined. It is vital to ensure that the sweetened condensed milk is completely incorporated into the other liquids, with no streaks or pockets of unmixed condensed milk at the bottom.
- Place the Ninja Creami tub, without its lid, into your freezer. Allow it to freeze for at least 15 to 24 hours, or until the mixture is completely solid and frozen through.
- Once the base is solid, remove the tub from the freezer and place it into the Ninja Creami machine’s outer bowl. Secure the lid and processing paddle, then select the "Ice Cream" function on your machine.
- After the initial "Ice Cream" cycle, check the consistency. If it appears crumbly, powdery, or "balled up," simply place the tub back into the machine and select the "Respin" function. You may need to respin once or twice for ideal smoothness.
- Your homemade vanilla ice cream is now ready to enjoy! Scoop it directly from the tub and serve immediately. For any leftovers, smooth the top of the remaining ice cream, place the lid on, and return it to the freezer. When ready for more, re-process the frozen leftovers using the "Ice Cream" function again.
Nutrition
Notes
Sweetened condensed milk is crucial for sweetness and silky-smooth texture; do not substitute with evaporated milk. Adjust quantity (150-200g) to preferred sweetness. Use heavy cream (35%+ fat) and full-fat milk for richness and best consistency. For optimal flavor, use high-quality vanilla bean paste or extract. Lactose-free options are possible with appropriate cream and lactase drops or homemade lactose-free condensed milk. If your cream lacks natural thickeners, a tiny pinch (1/8 tsp) of xanthan gum can improve texture. A small pinch of fine sea salt can enhance sweetness. Ensure the base is completely frozen for 15-24 hours depending on your freezer's temperature. Recipes with higher fat content typically require fewer respins. The Ninja Creami machine is normally loud during operation. If adding solid mix-ins, do so after the initial spin: create a well, add mix-ins, then use the "Mix-in" function. Refrozen leftovers often become hard but can be re-processed on "Ice Cream" function to restore their creamy texture. This versatile vanilla ice cream is delicious on its own, paired with warm desserts, or topped with fresh fruit, chocolate fudge, or caramel sauce. Store leftovers in the lidded Ninja Creami tub in the freezer, re-processing when ready to enjoy again. Variations include McFlurry inspired (Oreo, M&Ms), Mint Chocolate Chip (mint extract, chocolate chips), Caramel (caramel condensed milk), Pumpkin Pie (pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice), and Vegan options. Nutrition information is estimated based on common ingredients and serving sizes and may vary.