Ninja Creami Cookies and Cream
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Ninja Creami Cookies and Cream is the treat that never gets old in my house. Every spoonful is thick and creamy with Oreo chunks throughout. The vanilla base tastes sweet without being heavy, and the cookies stay perfectly crunchy. You’ll find yourself going back for just one more scoop every time.
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I make it for summer parties, movie nights, birthday celebrations, and anytime I want creamy homemade ice cream. It’s kid-friendly, budget-friendly, and comes together with just five ingredients. It stores well in the freezer for up to 2 months, making it perfect for meal prep or having dessert ready whenever you want it.
Ingredients You’ll Need
You’ll need all the ingredients shown in the photograph below.
How to Make Ninja Creami Cookies and Cream with Step-By-Step Instructions
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You’ll have creamy homemade ice cream ready in about 24 hours with just a few simple steps; super easy to make.
Mix the Ice Cream Base
Whisk together the whole milk, heavy cream, confectioners’ sugar, and vanilla extract until the sugar completely dissolves. I like using a glass measuring cup with a spout because it makes pouring into the container easier and prevents spills.
Freeze the Base
Pour the mixture into a container, stopping just below the maximum fill line. I love using these pint containers so I can make multiple flavors at once and always have one ready in the freezer.
Place pint on a completely flat freezer shelf and freeze for 24 hours, or until fully solid. The container needs to be level so the ice cream freezes evenly and processes smoothly.
Process the Ice Cream
Remove the lid and insert the frozen pint into the ice cream maker. I always reach for my ice cream maker for this step because it transforms the solid frozen block into perfectly smooth ice cream with just one cycle. Process using the Ice Cream setting.
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Add the Cookies
Once the first cycle finishes, create a small well in the center of the ice cream. Add crushed regular Oreo cookies and 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk to help the mix-ins blend smoothly.
The extra milk prevents the cookies from clumping and helps them distribute evenly throughout.
Mix In the Oreos
Run the Mix-In setting until the cookies are evenly incorporated and have the perfect texture.
Serve or Freeze
Serve immediately for a soft, creamy texture, or return the creamy ice cream to the freezer for 1 to 2 hours for a firmer consistency. I always grab this ice cream scoop when serving because it glides through even firm ice cream without bending.
The texture right out of the machine is similar to soft-serve ice cream, which is perfect for topping brownies or eating straight from the container. Enjoy!
I love using airtight ice cream storage containers to store leftovers or transport ice cream to potlucks and parties, because they prevent freezer burn and keep the ice cream fresh for weeks.
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 cup whole milk plus 1-2 tablespoons
- ¾ cup heavy cream
- ⅓ cup confectioners’ sugar
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- 6 Oreo cookies roughly crushed
Instructions
- In a jug or small bowl, whisk together the whole milk, heavy cream, confectioners’ sugar, and vanilla extract until the sugar is completely dissolved.1 cup whole milk, ¾ cup heavy cream, ⅓ cup confectioners’ sugar, 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pour the mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container, stopping just below the maximum fill line. Place the container on a completely flat surface and freeze for 24 hours, or until fully solid.
- Remove the lid and insert the frozen pint into the Ninja Creami machine. Process using the Ice Cream setting.
- Once the first cycle is complete, create a small well in the center of the ice cream. Add the crushed Oreo cookies along with 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk to help the mix-ins blend smoothly.6 Oreo cookies
- Run the Mix-In setting until the cookies are evenly incorporated.
- Serve immediately for a soft, creamy texture, or return the ice cream to the freezer for 1 to 2 hours for a firmer consistency.
Notes
- Freeze flat: Make sure the pint container sits on an altogether level freezer shelf so the ice cream base freezes evenly and the blade processes itcorrectlyy.
- Use cold ingredients: Start with cold milk and heavy cream straight from the fridge so the mixture freezes faster and more evenly.
- Don’t overfill: Stop pouring just below the maximum fill line on the container so the ice cream has room to expand during processing without overflowing.
- Crush cookies roughly: Break the Oreos into chunks instead of fine crumbs to get bigger cookie pieces throughout the ice cream, adding more texture.
- Add milk with mix-ins: The extra 1 to 2 tablespoons of milk helps the crushed Oreos incorporate smoothly, preventing clumping and dry pockets.
- Flash-freeze for scooping: If you want firmer scoops instead of soft-serve texture, return the container to the freezer for 1 to 2 hours after processing, then let it sit at room temperature for 3 to 5 minutes before scooping, so it’s not rock-hard.
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SERIOUSLY GOOD
DESSERTS!
Dessert First is a collection of 61 RECIPES to show you that you can make beautiful, impressive desserts right in your own kitchen, no matter your skill level.
Immediate eBook download. No physical book available.
Includes ad-free recipes like:
∙ Lemon Pound Cake
∙ Starbucks Cake Pops
∙ Boston Cream Pie
∙ Chocolate Mousse
∙ Matcha Tiramisu
...and much more!
How to Store Leftovers
Keep the ice cream in the Ninja Creami pint container with the lid sealed tight, or transfer it to an airtight freezer-safe container. I always use airtight glass storage containers because they don’t absorb odors and stack neatly in the freezer. It stays fresh in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Let it sit at room temp for 3 to 5 minutes before scooping to soften slightly, or run it through the re-spin cycle on your Ninja Creami for that just-made texture. The Oreo pieces stay crunchy even after freezing, so you don’t have to worry about them getting soggy.
If the ice cream gets too hard, just pop it back in the machine in a microwave-safe bowl and process it again instead of waiting for it to thaw.
What to Serve With Ninja Creami Cookies and Cream
Serve it in waffle cones or bowls with hot fudge, caramel sauce, or whipped cream on top. I also love scooping it onto warm brownies or chocolate cake because the contrast between the cold ice cream and warm dessert is perfect, unlike store-bought ice cream.
You can turn it into gluten-free ice cream sandwiches by pressing scoops between chocolate chip cookies, or blend it with milk for thick, cookies-and-cream milkshakes. It’s also great alongside fresh berries, or pile it on top of banana splits with all the toppings.
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About the Author
Hey there! I’m Mandy
Mandy Applegate is a home cook, food blogger, and writer who believes the best meals are the ones shared with the people you love.
She’s all about easy recipes that taste amazing, the kind that make ordinary days feel a little more special and remind you why cooking at home matters.
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