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ninja creami recipes – creamy cookies and cream ice cream in a Ninja Creami container

Foolproof Ninja Creami Base Recipe

This foolproof Ninja Creami base recipe blends Greek yogurt, milk, cream cheese, and vanilla for a creamy, smooth texture that serves as a perfect foundation for dozens of frozen treat variations—whether you're craving high-protein, keto, or dairy-free flavors. Quick to prep and endlessly customizable!
Prep Time 5 minutes
Freezing Time 1 day
Total Time 1 day 5 minutes
Course Dessert, ice cream, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 1 pinte
Calories 347 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 1/2 cup milk whole, almond, or oat
  • 1 oz cream cheese adds stability and smoothness
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tbsp sweetener maple syrup, stevia, or honey
  • Optional: 1 scoop protein powder

Instructions
 

  • Blend all ingredients until fully smooth.
  • Pour into a Ninja Creami pint container and freeze flat for 24 hours.
  • Insert into machine and spin using the "Ice Cream" or "Lite Ice Cream" setting.
  • If the texture is crumbly, re-spin once.

Notes

Let the container sit at room temperature for 2–3 minutes before spinning for a softer consistency.
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