Description
Ninja Creami coconut ice cream is a creamy, dairy-free dessert made with simple ingredients like coconut milk, natural sweetener, and vanilla. With just a few steps—mix, freeze, and process—you can create a smooth, tropical treat at home. It’s customizable with mix-ins like fruit, nuts, or chocolate, making it perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- ½ cup natural sweetener (maple syrup, honey, or agave)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Optional: shredded coconut, fruit chunks, or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Base – In a mixing bowl, whisk together coconut milk, sweetener, and vanilla until smooth.
- Freeze – Pour into the Ninja Creami pint container. Freeze for at least 24 hours.
- Process – Insert the frozen pint into the Ninja Creami. Select Ice Cream function.
- Adjust Texture – If crumbly, press Re-Spin. Add a splash of coconut milk if needed.
- Add Mix-Ins – Fold in fruit, nuts, or chocolate using the Mix-In function.
- Serve & Enjoy – Scoop into bowls or cones and garnish with toasted coconut.
Notes
- For best results, always use full-fat coconut milk to achieve a rich and creamy texture.
- Freeze the base for a full 24 hours before processing in the Ninja Creami.
- If the ice cream turns out crumbly, use the Re-Spin function or add a splash of coconut milk to smooth it out.
- Store leftovers in the freezer and reprocess before serving for a freshly churned taste.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ½ cup (about 1 scoop)
- Calories: 230kcal
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 17g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g