Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream

Name: Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 10 min
Ingredients: 1 cup (236ml) heavy cream; ½ cup (100g) sugar; 8 ounces (226g) fresh strawberries (trimmed and sliced into quarters); 1 teaspoon light corn syrup; 1 teaspoon lemon juice; ¼ cup (5.25g) freeze dried strawberries

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This Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream recipe is loaded with great strawberry flavor! It’s so easy to whip up deliciously creamy strawberry ice cream with just a handful of ingredients and a minimal amount of effort.

Suitable for gluten free and vegetarian diets.

one spoonful of the completed Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream being scooped out of the pint container.

Fellow strawberry fans, get ready to meet your new favorite recipe! I am talking one Ninja Creami machine, 6 simple ingredients and a few easy steps to the best ever Ninja Creami strawberry ice cream. Ooh and check this easy Ninja Ceami chocolate ice cream recipe too.

This is the recipe I hand over to my kids when they want something sweet and I want an easy life. Especially as this method is different than other at-home ice cream methods and requires far less hands-on effort. They simply mix the base, freeze it thoroughly and the Ninja Creami does the rest of the work. In just a few minutes, they get smooth, creamy homemade strawberry ice cream ready to serve.

Why Make This Recipe

I love that I can skip the ice cream shop and make a budget friendly and even better version with only a handful of affordable pantry and refrigerator staples.
I am a fan of being able to swap the ingredients to make this recipe non-dairy or sugar-free, or add some mix-ins and flavorings to create any version of the ice cream.
The freeze-dried strawberries are the special ingredient that really makes this homemade Creami strawberry ice cream pop with added awesome crunch. #somuchyum
I think you and your family will love it so much that you’ll want to try my Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream Recipe plus this whole collection of delectable Ninja Creami Recipes!

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a spoon removing a portion of strawberry ice cream from the glass pint container.

The Seriously Simple Ingredients and Variations

I love using fresh strawberries trimmed and sliced into quarters. Great to use up berries about to be past their prime, so no waste. You can also use frozen strawberries, but need to thaw first and you will need to add more sweetener as these will not be as sweet. The freeze dried strawberries added during the mix-in stage add good texture and flavor. You can replace the berries with raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries or mixed-berries.
I use heavy cream for that rich and creamy ice cream base. For sure you can use half and half although it may come out more soft serve. Swap the heavy cream for coconut cream to make this a vegan, dairy-free ice cream.
I sweeten with granulated white sugar and corn syrup. To lighten, replace sugar with ½ teaspoon stevia & 2 ½ tablespoons raw agave nectar & use the Lite Ice Cream program.
Freshly squeezed lemon juice balance out the sweetness and enhances the flavor.
Feel free to add a little vanilla bean paste or vanilla extract if you want.

the ingredients needed to make this stawberry ice cream Ninja Creami recipe

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How To Make Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream

Get the complete ingredients list and instructions from the recipe card below.

the first step for making this Ninja Creami ice cream recipe

Step 1. Add strawberries to a large bowl, mash with a fork and add sugar, corn syrup, and lemon juice, then stir to combine. Allow mixture to sit for 10 minutes.

the second step for making this Ninja Creami recipe

Step 2. Stir in the heavy cream, then pour the mixture into your Ninja Creami pint, put the lid on, and place in the freezer for 24 hours.

the frozen strawberry ice cream base being processed in the Ninja Creami machine

Step 3. Remove the pint from the freezer, take off the lid, and refer to the quick start guide for assembly and setup instructions. Process using the Ice Cream setting.

top down view of the freeze dried strawberries being added to the ice cream mixture

Step 4. Add the freeze dried strawberries during the mix-in stage, and once processing is complete, serve immediately.

Bintu’s Tips For Success

It’s very important to allow the ice cream mixture to freeze for a full 24 hours. It must be frozen completely to achieve the proper texture and consistency. As you make this more often, you might find that an overnight freeze is enough.
Strawberries not sweet enough? I just add a bit more sugar before freezing.
If the edges are icy then I let the container warm up for 15 or so minutes on the counter. No time to let your pint warm up on the counter? Just give it a quick 30-second rinse under warm water, then pop it into the Ninja Creami. After the first spin, run a spoon or butter knife around the edges to catch any icy bits.
Use the re-spin function if your ice cream isn’t creamy enough. If needed, add a splash of cream before re-spinning.
I am a fan of prepping and freeze several recipes at once, so I always have some ready to process whenever I want!
When using mix-ins, I tend to chill them before adding in to keep the ice cream cold. I prefer keeping the ice cream plain and everyone can add mix-ins in their own bowls.
The machine can be a little noisy when processing, so just be prepared. It’s a fun noise.

strawberry ice cream inside the Ninja Creami pint container.

Prep and Storage

Prep Ahead – create the base and freeze for 24 hours before adding it to the machine.
Storage – Smooth out and level the top using a spoon and store upright and flat in a freezer. Respin again before serving. processed ice cream can be kept in a sealed container inside the freezer for several weeks, up to 1 month.

Similar Ice Cream and Ninja Creami Recipes

If you like this or if you prefer something different then check out some of the other ice cream recipes you can make in your Ninja Creami.

a spoon dipping inside the ice cream container to remove one bite.

Recommended Tools

The awesome Ninja Creami is a must!
Measuring Cups and Spoons to ensure your recipe turns out right.
A good set of Mixing Bowls to easily combine ingredients.
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one serving of the strawberry ice cream in a white dessert dish.

FAQs

Can I use frozen strawberries when making ice cream?

Yes, you can use frozen strawberries when making ice cream. For this recipe, I recommend thawing them first so you can easily slice and combine them with the other ingredients.

Do I really have to wait 24 hours for Ninja Creami?

Yes, you do have to wait 24 hours for Ninja Creami ice cream to freeze before processing. It is critical that the ice cream base be frozen solid in order to achieve a creamy consistency.

Why is my Ninja Creami ice cream so icy?

If your Ninja Creami ice cream is icy, it may be that:

1. The freezer is too cold. Try letting your frozen ice cream sit on your counter for about 10 minutes to warm up a little it before processing.
2. The base does not have enough fat content – try adding in some extra dairy with high fat content.
3. The base does not have enough sugar. Try adding a bit more, granulated sugar, honey, or corn syrup and re-spinning.

How long can you keep Ninja Creami in freezer?

You can keep Ninja Creami ice cream in the freezer in a sealed container for several weeks, even up to a month.

How can I make this healthier?

You have a few options.

1. You can reduce the sugar or you can replace it with some Stevia extract and monk fruit sweeteners or sugar free Instant pudding mix.
2. To lower the calories you could replace some of the heavy cream with half and half.

Note though that these changes may lead to a less creamy, ice dessert that you may need to re-spin before serving.

top down view of a spoon removing some of the ice cream from the glass pint container.

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