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This Ninja Creami Gelato Recipe is very easy to make and churns out a pretty impressive gelato that can be flavored any way you want. It takes just 6 ingredients and 10 minutes to prepare.
» You might also like this Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream recipe and Homemade Olive Oil Ice Cream.
We reviewed the Ninja Creami recently when we were given one to try out. I started out making the basic Ninja Creami vanilla ice cream, which is great and very easy – no eggs to contend with – but then I wanted to branch out and try gelato. The creaminess you get from a gelato is so much more satisfying than without eggs.
If you have a Ninja Creami, or are thinking about getting one, this gelato recipe is the only recipe you need to make dozens of different variations and flavors of super creamy, delicious gelato. Read through the recipe below and you’ll see how simple it is. Just 6 ingredients and about 10 minutes of your time will give you a pretty great ice cream.
You do have to add in the 24 hours that is needed to freeze the mixture before churning, so do plan ahead by a day. It’s still a WAY faster method for making great ice cream.
Ingredients You Need
- Heavy whipping cream or half and half – heavy cream produces the creamiest result, but you can cut the calories and fat a bit by using half and half and it’s just as good (only a little less creamy)
- Whole milk – Best to stick with whole milk for a more creamy ice cream.
- Egg yolks – Use the highest-quality eggs you can – I like free-range eggs that have a nice deep orange color. Save the whites for another use.
- Granulated sugar – You can also use a substitute sugar like allulose to make a sugar-free version.
- Light corn syrup – The corn syrup helps make the sorbet smoother. Liquid sugars like corn syrup make for a smoother, less icy end product.
- Vanilla extract – Use a high quality extract for the best flavor. You can also use vanilla bean paste, if you want.
Equipment Needed
Ninja CREAMi Deluxe
There are two version of the Ninja Creami, but I’d suggest going with the Deluxe because it adds more features and churning power.
Make completely customizable ice cream, slushies, Italian Ice, Creamiccinos, sorbet, milkshakes, and frozen yogurt functions.
Tips for Making Great Ice Cream
- If your ice cream turns out powdery the first time, it’s because the ice cream is very cold. Put it back in the machine and run the Re-Spin cycle. This will make the ice cream creamier.
- The higher the quality of the ingredients you use, the better the ice cream will turn out. The quality of the vanilla extract and the eggs have the highest impact on the flavor.
- I’ve used half and half instead of whole cream a few times and it’s turned out really good, though not quite as creamy. You can try it both ways to see how you like it best.
» If you love ice cream as much as I do you will love these 50 Homemade Ice Cream Recipes for the Ice Cream Maker!
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Ninja Creami Gelato Recipe (Vanilla + More)
Ingredients
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) light corn syrup
- 1/4 cup (50 g) granulated sugar + 1 tablespoon
- 1 cup (237 ml) heavy cream
- 2/3 cup (158 ml) whole milk
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, combine the egg yolks, corn syrup, and sugar. Whisk until the sugar is fully blended in.
- Add the heavy cream, milk, and vanilla extract to saucepan. Stir to combine.
- Place the saucepan on the stove top on medium heat. Cook, stirring constantly, until the mixture reaches 165°F–175°F on an instant-read thermometer. It is important not to exceed 175°F or the eggs will cook.
- Remove from heat and pour it into the CREAMi pint jar.
- Make an ice bath and place the pint jar in it to cool. Once fully cooled, put the lid on and freeze for 24 hours.
- When ready to churn, remove the pint jar from the freezer, remove the lid, and secure it into the CREAMi machine.
- Select gelato and press start.
- When done, you can add mix-ins or remove and serve immediately or store in the pint jar in the freezer for later.
Equipment Needed
- Ninja Creami
Notes
- For chocolate, add 2 tablespoons dark cocoa powder or chocolate syrup to the mixture after cooling.
- For strawberry, add 1/2 cup chopped strawberries to the mixture after cooling.
Nutrition
Laura is a home cook, with 25 years experience behind the stove, who spends an extraordinary amount of time in the kitchen cooking. She loves making new recipes and finding wonderful new things to eat, both at home or abroad. She spends a lot of time researching, crafting, and perfecting her recipes.
I was a bit skeptical about the Ninja but this recipe was fantastic.
So glad to hear it Dave! It’s a fun appliance to have around. The possibilities are endless.