Easy Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe

This Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream recipe is a sweet summer essential. It's ultra-creamy, packed with fresh strawberry flavor, and made with just five ingredients (and no egg yolks). Whether you use fresh or frozen berries, it's an easy homemade ice cream that churns up like a dream.

Three scoops of Ninja Creami strawberry ice cream in a white bowl, ganished with a fresh strawberry, with the container and ice cream scoop in the background.

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If strawberry ice cream is your go-to flavor, you'll love this one. It's smooth, rich, and loaded with real strawberry chunks. And thanks to the Ninja Creami, all you have to do is mix, freeze, and spin.

Already hooked on this machine? Try my Ninja Creami Blueberry Ice Cream and Ninja Creami Strawberry Cheesecake Ice Cream next.

Why You'll Love This Strawberry Ice Cream

Bright strawberry flavor - Made with fresh ingredients, no artificial flavors or colors.
Smooth and creamy texture - No cream cheese here (I find it leaves a film on the roof of my mouth).
Ninja Creami magic - Scoopable, silky texture straight from the pint.
Quick to prep - Mix it in minutes, then freeze and spin.

The ingredients for Ninja Creami strawberry ice cream measured out and placed on a wooden table.

🍓 Ingredients + Substitutions

Strawberries. I used fresh strawberries, but you can also use frozen strawberries.
Heavy whipping cream. For a lighter ice cream, use half-and-half instead. Unsweetened coconut cream can also be used if you prefer a non-dairy alternative.
Whole milk. If you want to reduce the fat content, you can use lower-fat milk, almond milk, or coconut milk. ( I LOVE Fairlife - you can use either 2% or 3%).
Powdered sugar. Dissolves easily and keeps things smooth. You can also use granulated sugar, honey, monk fruit, or agave.
Vanilla extract. Or swap in vanilla bean paste.

See the printable recipe card for exact measurements and a full list of ingredients.

🍨 How To Make Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream

This recipe makes one pint. For detailed measurements and instructions, jump to the recipe card below.

Step 1: Prep your strawberries - Wash, hull, and dice them into small chunks.
Step 2: Mix the base - Combine cream, milk, sugar, and vanilla in a Ninja Creami pint jar or measuring cup. Stir well.

The base ingredients for the ice cream in a measuring cup.

The ingredients in the measuring cup mixed until smooth.

Step 3: Add strawberries - Pour the mixture into the Ninja Creami pint jar, making sure not to exceed the MAX FILL line. Add the chopped strawberries to the mixture and gently stir to incorporate.

The strawberries being added to the pint container.

The strawberry slices mixed into the pint container.

Step 4: Freeze - Securely attach the plastic lid on the pint jar. Place the pint jar in the freezer on a level surface and freeze for at least 24 hours.
Step 5: Spin - After the 24-hour freezing period, remove the pint jar from the freezer and remove the lid. Place the pint container in the outer bowl of the Ninja Creami ice cream machine. Lock the outer bowl lid and place the bowl assembly onto the Ninja Creami motor base. Turn the handle to the right to raise the platform and lock it in place. Select the "Ice Cream" button on the Ninja Creami control panel and let the machine work its magic. In just a couple of minutes, you'll have creamy strawberry ice cream.

The frozen strawberry mixture in the pint container.

Step 6: Serve - Remove the pint jar from the machine. If the ice cream looks a little dry or crumbly after the first spin, add a tablespoon of milk, reattach the lid and select the "RE-SPIN" function on the control panel to process the mixture again. Serve the pint of homemade strawberry ice cream immediately and enjoy!

The churned strawberry ice cream in the pint container.

An ice cream scoop scooping us some ice cream out of the pint container.

Variations

Add-ins: Stir in white chocolate chips, crushed cookies, or nuts after the spin using the "MIX IN" button.
Make it chunk-free: Blend the base before freezing if you want it smooth.
Swap the fruit: Try raspberries, mango, or a berry mix.
Make it dairy-free: Use coconut cream + almond milk and maple syrup.

🍨 Serving Ideas

Classic Bowl - Serve a scoop or two in a bowl or waffle cone.
Neapolitan: Pair it with Ninja Creami chocolate ice cream and Ninja Creami vanilla ice cream.
Berry Parfait - Layer with granola and berries. Repeat the layers and top with whipped cream.
Strawberry Sundae: Top with more strawberries, whipped cream, and chocolate sauce or caramel sauce.
Strawberry Milkshake: Blend it with milk for the creamiest strawberry milkshake ever. Follow the same instructions for making my Ninja Creami Chocolate Milkshake.

Top Tips

Use ripe strawberries - The sweeter the berries, the better the flavor. If they're a bit tart, just bump up the sugar.
Chop small - Smaller chunks freeze and churn more evenly (plus you get bits of fruit in every bite).
Freeze flat - Make sure the pint freezes level or the blade won't reach everything during the spin.
Label your pints - Especially if you have more than one pint on the go.

Creamy strawberry ice cream on a small spoon, with the bowl of ice cream i the background.

❓ Recipe FAQs

What if it turns out crumbly?

Add 1 tablespoon of heavy cream or milk and hit Re-Spin. Works like a charm.

Can I reduce the sugar?

Definitely. Start with 2 tablespoons, taste, and adjust if needed - especially if your berries are super ripe.

How do I store it?

Keep it in the Ninja pint jar with the lid on. Freeze for up to 2 weeks. Let it soften slightly before re-spinning.

The strawberry ice cream in a white bowl, with the pint container and ice cream scoop in the background.

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Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream

Stay cool this summer with ultra-creamy Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream. It's packed with fresh strawberry flavor, made with just 5 ingredients, and has zero egg yolks - homemade ice cream doesn't get any easier.

Prep Time5

Freeze Time1

Total Time1 5

Course: All Recipes, Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 196kcal

Author: Jeri Walker

Equipment

Ninja Creami pint container
Ninja Creami Machine

Ingredients

▢ 1¼ cups whole milk
▢ ½ cup heavy cream
▢ ⅓ cup powdered sugar
▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
▢ ½ cup strawberries, washed and sliced (about 8 berries)

Instructions

Mix the base: Combine whole milk, heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract in a measuring cup or empty Ninja Creami pint container. Whisk until smooth.
Add strawberries: Stir in sliced strawberries. Ensure the mixture doesn't go over the MAX FILL line. Seal with the lid.
Freeze: Place the pint container upright on a level surface in your freezer. Freeze for at least 24 hours.
Spin: Remove the lid and place the pint into the Ninja Creami outer bowl. Place the container in the outer bowl assembly and lock on the lid assembly. Place the bowl assembly onto the Ninja Creami motor base and turn the handle to the right to raise the platform and lock it in place. Press the ICE CREAM button. TIP: If the ice cream looks crumbly after the first spin, add a tablespoon of milk or cream and RE-SPIN to process the mixture again.
Serve: Scoop and serve immediately - or use the MIX-IN function if adding extras like white chocolate chips or crushed cookies. Enjoy!

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Notes

Chop the strawberries into small pieces so they freeze and blend evenly.
Let the pint sit at room temperature for 5 minutes before spinning for the creamiest texture.
Want it super smooth? Blend everything before freezing.