This Ninja Creami almond milk recipe is a simple way to make a creamy frozen dessert with a light, clean flavor. It’s easy to customize, works well with many mix-ins, and is a great option when you want something dairy-free and refreshing.
Ingredients
- 2 cups almond milk, unsweetened or vanilla
- 2 to 3 tablespoons sweetener, such as sugar, honey, or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 to 2 tablespoons nut butter or coconut cream, optional for creaminess
- Pinch of salt
Optional mix-ins:
- Chocolate chips
- Crushed cookies
- Chopped nuts
- Fruit pieces
- Peanut butter drizzle
- Granola
- Caramel sauce
- Dairy-free chocolate chunks
Instructions
- Mix the base.
In a medium bowl, combine the almond milk, sweetener, vanilla extract, nut butter or coconut cream if using, and a pinch of salt. Whisk until everything is fully blended and the mixture looks smooth. - Taste and adjust.
Taste the mixture before freezing. If you want a sweeter ice cream, add a little more sweetener. If you want a richer texture, add a bit more nut butter or coconut cream. The mixture should taste slightly sweeter than you want the final dessert 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 some room 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 best results, freeze it on a flat surface so the base sets evenly. - Process 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 Lite Ice Cream or Ice Cream setting, depending on the texture you want. - Check the texture.
After the first spin, the mixture may look dry, crumbly, or powdery. This is common with almond milk bases. Use a spoon to check the center and sides before deciding whether it needs more liquid. - Re-spin if needed.
If the ice cream is not creamy enough, add 1 to 2 tablespoons of almond milk and run the Re-spin cycle. Repeat once more if needed until the texture becomes smooth and scoopable. - Add mix-ins.
If you want to add extra flavor or 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 it firmer.
Recipe Tips
- Vanilla almond milk gives a slightly sweeter base and works well for most flavors.
- Unsweetened almond milk is best if you want more control over sweetness.
- Nut butter or coconut cream helps improve creaminess and reduces iciness.
- Chocolate, caramel, and berry mix-ins all work especially well with almond milk.