The Best Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream Recipe

Stay cool this summer with Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream! This ultra-creamy and refreshing sweet treat is bursting with flavor from fresh strawberries. With just a few simple ingredients and a bit of Ninja Creami magic, you'll have homemade ice cream in no time!

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Strawberry ice cream is one of my all-time favorite kinds of ice cream. It was the kind I always ordered as a kid. I especially loved it when I got chunks of fresh strawberries.

Transporting me back to those cherished summer days, this strawberry ice cream recipe brings back the essence of my childhood. The flavor of ripe strawberries mixed with smooth cream makes this treat so good.

With the state-of-the-art Ninja Creami machine, making homemade ice cream is a breeze!

The secret behind its smooth and velvety texture lies in the powerful blending and churning action of this innovative kitchen appliance.

To keep creamy ice cream at my fingertips whenever my sweet tooth strikes, I purchased extra containers for my Ninja Creami. This way, I always have a pint of ice cream in the freezer whenever when someone craves a cold and refreshing treat. It makes a great dessert on a hot day!

If you're as excited about the Ninja Creami as I am, you won't want to miss out on my other recipes! For coffee lovers, Ninja Creami Coffee Ice Cream is an absolute must, combining the rich flavor of coffee with the creaminess of homemade ice cream.

If you prefer more of a classic flavor, you will love my Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream.

And, of course, for you strawberry lovers out there, you have to try my Ninja Creami Strawberry Sorbet! It is so fruity and refreshing, and this will also become a new favorite!

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• 💗 Why You Will Love This Recipe
• 🍓 Ingredient Notes + Substitutions
• 🥄 Equipment Needed
• 🍨 How To Make Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream
• 🍨 Serving Suggestions
• 💭 Expert Tips
• ❓ Recipe FAQs
• 🍨 More Homemade Ice Cream Recipes
• 📋 Recipe
• 💬 Comments

💗 Why You Will Love This Recipe

• Fresh and Vibrant Flavor: Using fresh strawberries in this recipe ensures a burst of natural sweetness and a vibrant strawberry flavor that you won't find in store-bought ice creams.
• Creamy and Smooth Texture: The combination of heavy cream and whole milk creates a rich and creamy base for the ice cream, resulting in a velvety smooth texture that melts in your mouth. This recipe does not contain cream cheese, which I find leaves a film on the roof of my mouth.
• Homemade Goodness: Making your own ice cream allows you to control the quality of ingredients and avoid any unnecessary additives or preservatives. This recipe is free from artificial flavors or colors, delivering pure homemade goodness.
• Customizable Sweetness: The addition of powdered sugar allows you to adjust the sweetness level according to your preferences. Depending on how sweet you like your ice cream, you can add more or less.
• Easy To Make: Thanks to the Ninja Creami machine, preparing this strawberry ice cream is quick and effortless. It blends and churns the ingredients perfectly to achieve an ideal consistency without much effort.

🍓 Ingredient Notes + Substitutions

Only 5 basic ingredients are needed to make this recipe, and they can all be found at your local grocery store.

• Strawberries. The star ingredient of this recipe, fresh strawberries, provides natural sweetness and delicious fruity flavor. They also contribute to the vibrant pink color of the ice cream. You can also use frozen strawberries if you like.
• Heavy whipping cream. Heavy cream adds richness and creaminess to the ice cream, resulting in a luscious texture. It helps create a smooth and velvety base for the strawberry flavor to shine through. For a lighter ice cream, you can use half-and-half instead; however, the ice cream may not be as creamy. If you prefer a non-dairy alternative, unsweetened coconut cream can also be used.
• Whole milk. Whole milk adds a balance between creaminess and lightness to the ice cream base. It helps achieve a creamy texture without making it too dense or heavy. If you want to reduce the fat content, you can use lower-fat milk, almond milk, or coconut milk; however, the texture won't be as creamy.
• Powdered sugar. Powdered sugar is used as a sweetener in this recipe, ensuring that it dissolves easily into the mixture while providing just the right amount of sweetness without adding any graininess. If you prefer, you can use honey, monk fruit sweetener, or raw agave nectar instead.
• Vanilla extract. Vanilla extract enhances the flavor. I prefer real vanilla extract for the best flavor. You can also use vanilla bean paste if you have it.

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

🥄 Equipment Needed

• Ninja Creami pint container (I bought extra pint containers so I always have some ready to go).
• Ninja Creami machine

🍨 How To Make Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream

Wash and hull the strawberries, then chop them into smaller pieces.

In a measuring glass or Ninja Creami pint jar, combine the heavy whipping cream, whole milk, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.

Stir the mixture with a whisk or fork until the powdered sugar is fully dissolved and all the ingredients are well-combined.

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 them.

Securely attach the plastic lid on the pint jar.

Place the pint jar in the freezer on a level surface and let it freeze for at least 24 hours.

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 bowl assembly onto the Ninja Creami motor base.

Turn the handle to the right to raise the platform and lock it in place.

Now, here's the fun part. Select "Ice Cream" on the Ninja Creami control panel and let the machine work its magic. In just a couple of minutes, you'll witness the transformation of your frozen strawberries and creamy base into a luscious and creamy strawberry ice cream.

Remove the pint jar from the machine. If the resulting ice cream looks a little dry or crumbly after the first spin, don't worry. Simply reattach the lid and select the RE-SPIN function on the control panel to process the mixture again. This will give it a chance to reach the perfect consistency.

Once the ice cream has reached its creamy texture, it's time to serve! Grab your favorite ice cream scoop and dig into the pint of homemade strawberry ice cream.

You can enjoy it as is - scoop the strawberry ice cream into bowls or cones - or get creative by adding mix-ins like white chocolate chips.

Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing and creamy Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream!

Note: Feel free to customize the recipe by adding mix-ins such as chocolate chips, crushed cookies, or chopped nuts. Simply add them after churning, when the ice cream is soft enough to stir, and press the "MIX-IN" button on the Ninja Creami machine.

🍨 Serving Suggestions

• Classic Bowl: Serve a scoop or two of creamy strawberry ice cream in a chilled bowl.
• Waffle Cone: Fill a crispy waffle cone with strawberry ice cream for a nostalgic and handheld treat. Add sprinkles or chocolate chips on top for extra fun.
• Berry Parfait: Layer the strawberry ice cream with fresh berries and granola in a glass to create a parfait. Repeat the layers and top with whipped cream for an extra touch of sweetness.
• Strawberry Sundae: Create a sundae by topping the strawberry ice cream with sliced strawberries, whipped cream, and a chocolate or caramel sauce drizzle. Add crushed nuts or sprinkles if you like.
• Ice Cream Float: Scoop some strawberry ice cream into a tall glass and pour your favorite soda (like ginger ale or lemon-lime soda) over it for a fizzy, fruity float.
• Strawberry Milkshake: Blend the strawberry ice cream with milk to create a thick, creamy shake. Use the "MILKSHAKE" function on your Ninja Creami.

💭 Expert Tips

• For best results, choose fully ripe and sweet strawberries. Their natural sweetness will enhance the taste of the ice cream.
• Depending on your preference, you can either slice the strawberries into small pieces or mash them slightly to release their juices. This will allow for better incorporation into the ice cream base.
• Freeze the ice cream for at least 24 hours before churning. This allows enough time for it to get solid.
• When ready to churn, let the ice cream sit at room temperature for a couple of minutes to soften slightly for easy churning.
• If the mixture looks dry and crumbly after churning, RESPIN it to make it smooth and creamy.
• Serve with toppings like fresh strawberries, white chocolate chips, nuts, sprinkles, or whipped cream!

❓ Recipe FAQs

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