Ninja CREAMi Coffee Ice Cream

The ultimate coffee treat, this Ninja CREAMi coffee ice cream is rich and sweet. Make it even more decadent with vanilla or chocolate flavored milk.

This recipe is low carb and delicious. But if you follow a different way of eating, keep reading for tips to customize the recipe for vegan, dairy-free, and low-fat options.

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Kitchen Gear Needed to Make This Recipe

Here’s a list of the kitchen gear you’ll need to make this recipe. Gather everything first, so the recipe goes together quickly.

• mixing bowl
• whisk
• measuring cups and spoons
• Ninja CREAMi pint
• Ninja CREAMi machine

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Ingredients & Swaps

This is the list of ingredients I used when I made this homemade coffee ice cream with instant coffee. But be sure to check out my suggestions below for recommended substitutions if you don’t have everything on hand or want to use other ingredients.

• Instant coffee granules – could also use instant espresso for a little more of a caffeine kick. Want the coffee flavor without the caffeine? Decaf crystals would work in this recipe, too.
• Heavy cream – you could substitute unsweetened coconut cream, half-n-half, or even fat-free half-n-half.
• Raw agave nectar – OPTIONAL: This sweetener has a syrup-y flavor to it and is perfect for adding depth, creaminess, and richness to recipes.
• Monk fruit sweetener – could also use cane sugar and other sweeteners. Adjust amount accordingly.
• Milk – can use cow’s milk or any plant milk, like oat, cashew, almond, and soy. Be sure to use unsweetened milk though, since the recipe calls for other sweeteners.
• Vanilla extract – You can use vanilla extract, vanilla bean paste, or vanilla powder, which is what I often use.

How to Make Coffee Ice Cream in the Ninja CREAMi

This recipe is so simple and fast to make! Here are the steps:

Step 1 Place all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir until the instant coffee and sweetener is dissolved.

Step 2 Pour the mixture into a Ninja CREAMi pint container. Put the lid on and freeze for 24 hours.

Step 3 Process on LITE ICE CREAM. If necessary, respin until you get the desired consistency.

Step 4 Add any mix-ins you like and your favorite toppings and enjoy!

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Ninja CREAMi Coffee Ice Cream

Yield: 4

Prep Time: 5 minutes

Freeze Time: 1 day

Blend Time: 3 minutes

Total Time: 1 day 8 minutes

The ultimate coffee treat, this Ninja CREAMi coffee ice cream is rich and sweet. Make it even more decadent with vanilla or chocolate flavored milk.

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Ingredients

• 3/4 cup heavy cream
• 3 Tbsp monk fruit sweetener
• 2 Tbsp raw agave nectar
• 1 1/2 Tbsp instant coffee
• 1 cup unsweetened almond milk
• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

1. To prepare the base, place all the ingredients in a mixing bowl and stir until the sweetener and instant coffee are dissolved.
2. Pour the mixture into the CREAMi pint, making sure it doesn't go over the MAX FILL line, then put the lid on it.
3. Place the pint in the freezer, making sure it's level. Freeze for 24 hours.
4. Take the pint from the freezer, remove the lid, and place it in the outer bowl. Install the paddle in the lid and attach lid to the outer bowl.
5. Plug in the Ninja CREAMi unit and install the bowl on the base.
6. Press the power button and select LITE ICE CREAM.
7. When the unit shuts off, remove the bowl from the base and remove the lid.
8. If the ice cream is crumbly, then reattach the lid and install the bowl on the base again. Select RE-SPIN.
9. Once the ice cream is at the right consistency, serve immediately.

Notes

*See tips below recipe card for ingredient substitutions.

Nutrition Information:

Yield: 4 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 194Total Fat: 17gSaturated Fat: 10gTrans Fat: 1gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 13mgCarbohydrates: 10gFiber: 0gSugar: 8gProtein: 2g

Nutrition information is an approximation and may vary based on the specific ingredients and amounts used when preparing the recipe.

Tips

Make it dairy-free

Substitute coconut cream for the heavy cream and be sure to use a plant-based milk from the options above.

Make it keto

This recipe is already low-carb, but if you wanted to make it keto, just leave out the raw agave nectar. You could also substitute a little more of the monk fruit sweetener for the agave nectar.

Toppings & Mix-Ins

Here are just a few suggestions for mix-ins and toppings for Ninja CREAMi coffee ice cream.

• chocolate covered coffee beans
• mini chocolate, white chocolate, or caramel chips
• whipped cream
• chocolate syrup

To add mix-ins, once the ice cream is spun, dig a hole down through the middle of the pint with a spoon. Make sure you reach the bottom of the pint. Fill the whole with your favorite mix-in(s), reattach the lid, and install the pint on the machine. Select MIX-IN. When it’s done processing, remove the lid and enjoy!

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