This Ninja Creami maple syrup recipe turns a simple sweetener into a creamy, smooth frozen dessert with warm, cozy flavor. It’s easy to make, easy to customize, and a great base for mix-ins or toppings when you want something classic and comforting.
Ingredients
- 2 cups milk, dairy or dairy-free
- 1/2 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Optional mix-ins:
- Crushed cookies
- Chocolate chips
- Chopped nuts
- Peanut butter swirls
- Caramel drizzle
- Brownie chunks
- Toasted coconut flakes
- Cinnamon
Instructions
- Mix the base.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until the mixture is fully combined and smooth. Keep whisking until the maple syrup is evenly dissolved. - Taste and adjust.
Taste the mixture before freezing. If you want a stronger maple flavor, add a little more maple syrup. If you want a sweeter dessert, add a small extra drizzle. The base should taste slightly sweeter than you want the final ice cream to be, since freezing dulls sweetness. - Pour into the pint.
Transfer the mixture into the Ninja Creami pint container. Make sure it stays below the MAX FILL line. Leave a little space at the top if you plan to add mix-ins later. - Freeze completely.
Place the lid on the pint and freeze it upright for at least 24 hours. For the best texture, freeze it on a level surface so the mixture sets evenly. - Spin in the Ninja Creami.
Remove the pint from the freezer and place it into the outer bowl assembly. Attach the lid and process it using the Ice Cream or Lite Ice Cream setting depending on the texture you want. - Check the texture.
After the first spin, the mixture may look crumbly or a little dry. This is normal. Use a spoon to check the center before deciding whether it needs more liquid. - Re-spin if needed.
If the texture is not creamy enough, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk and run the Re-spin cycle. Repeat once more if necessary until smooth and scoopable. - Add mix-ins.
If you want extra texture, make a small well in the center of the ice cream, add your mix-ins, and run the Mix-ins cycle to distribute them evenly. - Serve.
Serve immediately for a soft-serve texture, or freeze for 30 to 60 minutes if you want a firmer scoop.
Recipe Tips
- Pure maple syrup gives the best flavor.
- A pinch of salt helps the maple taste richer.
- Vanilla pairs especially well with maple.
- Cinnamon, pecans, and walnuts make great mix-ins.
- If you want a deeper caramel-like flavor, use a little more maple syrup and reduce the milk slightly.