Ninja Creami Lemon Ice Cream Recipe

Ninja Creami lemon ice cream in a white bowl with lemon zest and fresh lemon slices.

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Ninja Creami Lemon Ice Cream Recipe

Ninja Creami lemon ice cream combines fresh lemon juice and zest with a rich, creamy ice cream base for a bright citrus flavor that's reminiscent of frozen lemonade and lemon cream pie, all with an exceptionally smooth, silky texture.

Prep Time10

Freeze Time1

Total Time1 10

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings: servings

Calories: 202kcal

Author: Jeri Walker

Ingredients

1 cup 2% ultra-filtered milk (such as Fairlife)
½ cup heavy whipping cream
⅓ cup granulated sugar
¼ cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 tablespoon finely grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

Add the ultra-filtered milk, heavy cream, granulated sugar, fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, and vanilla extract to a Ninja Creami pint container. Whisk until the sugar is completely dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
Place the lid securely on the pint container and transfer it to a level spot in the freezer. Freeze for at least 24 hours, or until the mixture is completely solid.
Remove the pint from the freezer and let it rest on the counter for 5 to 10 minutes. Remove the lid, place the pint into the outer bowl assembly, lock it into the machine, and select the ICE CREAM function.
After the first spin, the ice cream may look crumbly or powdery. This is completely normal. Use a spoon to create a small well in the center of the ice cream. Add 1 tablespoon of milk or heavy cream, return the pint to the machine, and select RESPIN.
Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Lemons. Always zest the lemons before juicing them. Fresh lemon juice and zest provide the brightest flavor.
Milk. Ultra-filtered milk creates a smoother, creamier texture, but regular whole milk can be substituted if needed.
Sugar. Whisk the base thoroughly to fully dissolve the sugar before freezing. This helps prevent a grainy texture.
Freeze flat. Make sure the pint freezes on a level surface so the blade can process the frozen base evenly.
Respin. Don't skip the respin step. Most fruit-based Ninja Creami recipes need an extra spin to achieve a smooth, creamy consistency.
Storage. Store leftovers with the lid tightly sealed in the freezer for up to 2 weeks. Let the pint sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before respinning.

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