The Best Vanilla Ninja Creami Recipe

Make this easy vanilla Ninja Creami recipe with just 4 simple ingredients. It’s the perfect base for creamy, homemade ice cream using your Ninja Creami.

Investing in a Ninja Creami has probably been one of the best things I’ve ever done.

It took me a little while to bite the bullet, but when it went on sale for Amazon Prime Day, I knew it was time to make the purchase.

As someone who is kind of obsessed with ice cream, a Ninja Creami has made my life so much easier.

However, I do remember at first how intimidated I was with this Ninja Creami machine.

But after a little research, and a whole lotta taste testing, I figured out how to make the most creamy and delicious vanilla Ninja Creami recipe.

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In this post, you can expect to learn how to prep a vanilla Ninja creami base recipe, how to make the vanilla Ninja creami ice cream, storage suggestions, tips and tricks, and more.

So, if you are searching for the best ice cream recipes for the Ninja Creami machines, I definitely recommend this vanilla version to be the one you master first.

How to Make Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream

This is going to be a quick summary of how to make ice cream in the Ninja creami.

Then I will walk you through the process step-by-step so it is clear and easy to do.

• Mix Ingredients
• Freeze for 24 Hours
• Spin
• Re-Spin if needed
• Add Mix-Ins if desired

Now, there are a few different settings on the Ninja Creami machine: lite ice cream, ice cream, gelato, smoothie bowl, milkshake, re-spin, and mix-in.

This recipe will go over lite ice cream, re-spin, and mix-in while we focus on how to make ice cream with the Ninja Creami.

I will leave the other machine settings for a different post.

Ingredients Needed to Make Your Ninja Creami Vanilla Base

Milk: My go-to is Fairlife 2% milk as it contains 13 grams of protein per serving.

Protein Powder – This ingredient is huge for increasing protein in your Ninja Creami recipe. The only vanilla protein powder I use is Clean Simple Eats- Simply Vanilla. It contains 20g. of protein, includes a digestive enzyme blend, and is made with natural ingredients. Plus, it tastes incredible! Use LEAH10 for 10% off!

Pudding Mix – I use sugar-free vanilla pudding mix for added sweetness. This will also help enhance the flavor of the ice cream base.

Vanilla Extract – This gives your ice cream an even richer and more flavorful vanilla taste. Don’t miss this ingredient!

Mix-Ins – Mix-ins are a fun way to change up your ice cream recipes. When you have your vanilla base, decide whether you add fruit, candy, nuts, or sauces to your ice cream.

How to Make the Ninja Creami Vanilla Base

Here is my tried and true Ninja Creami vanilla recipe.

Ingredients:

• 1 cup Fairlife 2% Milk
• 1 scoop Vanilla Protein Powder
• 1 tsp. Vanilla Extract (you can do vanilla bean paste as a substitute)
• 2 tbsp. Sugar-Free Vanilla Pudding Mix

Directions:

• Take your Ninja Creami pint container and fill it with all the ingredients.
• Next, take your frother and froth until all are combined. If you do not have a frother, you can use a blender.
• Freeze the mix for a minimum of 8 hours.
• Take the container out and put it into the Ninja Creami and then blend on “Lite Ice Cream.”
• If it has a nice creamy texture, skip the next step. However, if the ice cream looks crumbly, hit re-spin.
• When it’s done, add in your toppings. Then hit “mix-ins”.
• Enjoy!

Recommended Products & Tools

For every single Ninja Creami recipe, I use the following products below.

Ninja Creami Machine

Extra Pint Container

Frother

Recipe Tips for the Creamiest Vanilla Ice Cream

FREEZE – Let it freeze all the way. It doesn’t have to be a full 24 hours because, honestly, no one can wait that long. However, let it freeze for a good 8 hours before spinning.

THAWING – After it’s been frozen, let it sit at room temperature for 5 to 10 minutes prior to spinning. This helps make it super creamy.

RE-SPIN IF NECESSARY – If the vanilla Ninja Creami is crumbly after the first spin, re-spin it to soften it up even more. There’s no need to add any more milk unless you want it really smooth and creamy (like soft serve ice cream).

How to Store Your Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream

Let’s say you’ve made your Ninja vanilla ice cream, eaten half and want to save the rest for tomorrow.

Store it directly in the Creami pint or transfer it to an airtight container.

When you’re ready to eat it again, let it thaw slightly, spin and enjoy.

Some people recommend NOT to spin it again after re-freezing but I always have and like it better.

If you are planning on making the base but not processing it in the machine just yet, it can be stored in the Ninja Creami pint for about 2-3 weeks.

Perfect for batch prepping!

Other Ninja Creami Flavors You Can Make From This Base

Build off the vanilla Ninja creami recipe base to create other delicious flavors!

S’mores Ice Cream

Chocolate Chip Cookie Ice Cream

Eggnog Ice Cream

Peppermint Ice Cream

Gingerbread Ice Cream 

Pumpkin Pie Ice Cream

You can also use a different pudding mix like pistachio or lemon to make other flavors!

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Can I use almond milk or oat milk for this vanilla Creami recipe?
A: Yes, however, the consistency will be different. Some people like to add coconut cream, cottage cheese or Greek yogurt with that type of milk for a creamier texture. However, I recommend Fairlife milk the most.

Q: Why is my vanilla Creami coming out crumbly?
A: That’s normal! Just re-spin or add in a splash of milk.

Q: How sweet is this vanilla ice cream?
A: It’s not too sweet, but if you are sensitive to sweetness, you can adjust the level by putting in less pudding mix.

Q: How long can you store Ninja Creami in the freezer?
A: If stored right, you can freeze it for a few weeks. I’ll be honest when I say it never lasts that long in my house!

The Ultimate Ninja Creami Vanilla Base Recipe

This recipe is extremely versatile and delicious.

You can play around with the recipe and see what works best for you (like I did).

Once you find your favorite combination, I highly recommend experimenting with flavors and mix-ins so you can find your favorite Ninja Creami recipes!

Feel free to check out my Ninja Creami Instagram for even more flavors, recipes, and ideas!

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