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A smooth, luscious homemade take on cookies and cream ice cream combines the ideal mix of creamy dairy and chunks of chocolate cookies. This Ninja Creami version gives you all that mouth-watering taste with lower sugar and added protein compared to what you'd buy at the store, so you can enjoy your ice cream fix without the guilt.
While trying to come up with better-for-you treats, this ice cream became my favorite. When I found out that switching to Fairlife milk could double the protein while keeping that smooth, creamy feel, I was totally sold.
Key Components and Shopping Advice
- Fairlife milk: Filtered specially for extra protein and silkier texture
- Heavy cream: Just a bit guarantees the right smoothness
- Oreo Thins: Give you the best balance of cookie pieces and cream
- Oreo pudding mix: Adds that true cookies and cream taste
- Optional sweetener: Add to match your sweetness preferences
- Mix-ins: Try different cookie types or extra goodies
Step-by-Step Guidance
- Step 1:
- Mix Your Foundation: Get exact measurements. Stir milk and cream together. Slowly add your pudding mix. Sample for sweetness. Mix everything thoroughly.
- Step 2:
- Nail The Freezing Part: Transfer mixture to your Ninja Creami container. Make sure the pint is spotless. Seal it well to avoid icy bits. Freeze on a level surface. Give it a full 24 hours to set properly.
- Step 3:
- Get The Spinning Right: Begin with the lite ice cream setting. Do two re-spins. Check if it looks smooth enough. Add a tiny bit of milk if needed. Use mix-in mode with your cookies.
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During last summer, I tried different kinds of milk and learned that ultra-filtered milk gives you the best combo of creaminess and protein. This tiny tweak really changed how the finished ice cream felt.
Fixing Common Problems
When ice cream turns out grainy: Put in a drop of milk. Spin it again. Double-check your freezer temp. Make sure you've got the right amount of each ingredient. Let it spin long enough.
Keeping It Fresh
To maintain quality: Leave it in the original container. Put it deep in your freezer. Let it sit out for 10 minutes before serving. Spin again if needed. Try to finish within two weeks.
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This healthier spin on cookies and cream ice cream has turned into my family's top dessert pick. It shows that with the right stuff and methods, you can make a better version of a classic sweet that hits the spot while being kinder to your body.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → What’s the benefit of Fairlife milk?
- Fairlife milk adds extra protein compared to regular milk, making this dessert higher in protein.
- → Is regular pudding mix okay?
- Sure, you can swap for regular or sugar-free vanilla pudding mix depending on your needs.
- → Why is respinning needed?
- It smooths out the ice cream and avoids ice crystals, giving it that perfect creamy finish.
- → Can this be made without the Ninja Creami?
- This method is designed just for the Ninja Creami, so other ice cream makers might not work here.
- → How long does it stay fresh?
- It keeps its best texture and flavor for up to two weeks in the freezer.