Description
Indulge in a smooth and creamy homemade coffee ice cream made effortlessly with the Ninja Creami. This recipe combines rich heavy cream, whole milk, and the bold flavor of instant coffee to create a delightful treat that's perfect for coffee lovers. With minimal ingredients and simple steps, you can enjoy café-style ice cream right at home.
Ingredients
Ice Cream Base
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 1¼ cups whole milk
- ⅓ cup powdered sugar (or granulated sugar)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1½ teaspoons instant coffee (or espresso powder)
Instructions
- Mix the Base: In a measuring cup or directly into the Ninja Creami pint container, whisk together the heavy cream, whole milk, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and instant coffee until the mixture is fully combined and smooth.
- Freeze: Pour the combined mixture into the pint container if not already, ensuring it does not exceed the MAX FILL line. Secure the lid tightly and place the container on a flat surface in the freezer. Freeze for 24 hours, allowing the mixture to solidify completely.
- Spin: Once frozen, remove the lid from the pint container and insert it into the Ninja Creami outer bowl. Attach the lid and lock the bowl into the machine. Select the ICE CREAM function and run a full cycle to process the mixture into creamy ice cream.
- Re-Spin (if needed): If the ice cream texture appears dry or crumbly after the first spin, create a small well in the center of the ice cream and add 1 tablespoon of milk. Run the RE-SPIN cycle to achieve a smooth and creamy consistency.
- Serve & Enjoy: Scoop the coffee ice cream into bowls or cones and enjoy immediately. Optionally, top with your favorite toppings such as chocolate chips, whipped cream, or caramel sauce for extra indulgence.
Notes
- Ensure the mixture does not exceed the MAX FILL line in the Ninja Creami pint container to allow proper processing.
- Use instant coffee or espresso powder for best flavor; adjust quantity to taste.
- If granulated sugar is used instead of powdered sugar, whisk well to help dissolve the sugar completely.
- For a stronger coffee flavor, increase the amount of instant coffee slightly, but be cautious as too much can impart bitterness.
- Consume ice cream within a few days of making for optimal freshness.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 hours (freezing time)
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Freezing
- Cuisine: American