This Ninja Creami blueberry ice cream is a flavorful, creamy treat made with just a few simple ingredients. It’s incredibly easy to make, thanks to a clever shortcut!
Key Points:
- Easy: Uses blueberry pie filling for flavor and sweetness.
- Creamy: Rich and satisfying texture.
- Quick: Simple to prepare and spin in the Ninja Creami.
Ingredients:
- Blueberry Pie Filling
- Milk
- Heavy Cream
- Sugar (optional)
Instructions:
- Mix Base: Combine blueberry pie filling, milk, and heavy cream in a bowl or measuring cup.
- Sweeten (Optional): Taste and add sugar (or sweetener) if desired. Mix well or use an immersion blender.
- Freeze: Pour mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container, cover, and freeze for at least 24 hours.
- Spin: Remove from freezer, take off lid, place in Ninja Creami, and spin on the “Ice Cream” setting.
- Re-spin (If Needed): If the ice cream is crumbly, re-spin. Add a tablespoon of milk and re-spin again if still crumbly.
Notes and Adaptations:
- Blueberry Pie Ice Cream: Add chopped graham crackers as a mix-in and top with whipped cream when serving.
- Pie Filling Shortcut: Using pie filling makes this recipe super easy. You can use the remaining pie filling for a second pint or as a topping.
Ninja Creami Blueberry Ice Cream
Yield: 1 Pint | Prep Time: 5 minutes | Freeze Time: 24 hours | Total Time: 1 day 5 minutes
Description:
This creamy and flavorful blueberry ice cream is made effortlessly with the Ninja Creami, using blueberry pie filling for a rich, fruity taste perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients:
- 1¼ cup blueberry pie filling
- ½ cup milk
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons sugar (optional)
Instructions:
- Mix Base: In a Ninja Creami pint container, combine blueberry pie filling, milk, and heavy cream. Stir well or use an immersion blender for a smoother consistency.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste the mixture and add sugar if needed, keeping in mind that freezing reduces sweetness.
- Freeze: Cover with a lid and freeze on a level surface for at least 24 hours.
- Process: Place the frozen pint into the Ninja Creami machine, lock it in place, and press the Ice Cream button.
- Check Texture: If the ice cream appears crumbly, press the Re-spin button. Still crumbly? Add a tablespoon of milk and Re-spin again.
Optional Mix-In:
For a blueberry pie twist, add ¼ cup chopped graham crackers after the initial cycle. Create a well in the ice cream, add the crackers, and press the Mix-in button. Top with whipped cream if desired!
Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 264 kcal
- Carbs: 32g
- Protein: 3g
- Fat: 14g