Here’s a simple and creamy recipe for Vegan Vanilla Ice Cream using your Ninja Creami machine! This recipe creates a smooth and delicious base for anyone who loves classic vanilla ice cream.

Yield: 4 Servings

Ingredients:

  • 1 ¼ cups unsweetened oat milk
  • 3/4 cup cashew milk or yogurt (vegan heavy cream or vegan whipping cream also works well)
  • 3 tablespoons arrowroot starch (or cornstarch)
  • 1/3 cup white or brown sugar (vegan)
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons vegan butter (or coconut oil)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Ice Cream Base:
    • In a medium bowl combine the oat milk, cashew milk or yogurt, and arrowroot starch.
    • In a medium saucepan, whisk together the sugar, water and salt, over medium heat until sugar dissolves. Allow mixture to simmer for about 7 minutes. Remove from heat.
    • Slowly whisk the milk mixture into the saucepan.
    • Return the saucepan to medium-low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes.
    • Remove from heat and add the butter and vanilla extract, stirring until the butter is melted and thoroughly combined.
    • Let the mixture cool to room temperature, about 15-20 minutes.
  2. Freeze the Mixture in the Ninja Creami:
    • Once the mixture is cooled, pour it into the Ninja Creami pint container. Ensure the mixture does not exceed the “MAX FILL” line.
    • Place the lid on the container and freeze for at least 24 hours.
  3. Process the Ice Cream:
    • After 24 hours of freezing, remove the pint from the freezer and place it into the Ninja Creami machine.
    • Select the “Ice Cream” or “Gelato” function on your Ninja Creami and let it process until smooth.
  4. Check the Texture:
    • After the first cycle, if the texture is too soft, use the “Re-spin” function until you get the desired consistency.
  5. Serve:
    • Serve immediately, or store the ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week.

Optional Add-ins:

  • Add mix-ins like chocolate chips, crushed cookies, or fruit once the ice cream is processed, using the “Mix-In” function on your Ninja Creami.

Enjoy your smooth, rich, and creamy vegan vanilla ice cream made with your Ninja Creami machine!