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Whipping up a velvety, silky homemade cookies and cream ice cream balances luxurious dairy with chunks of chocolate cookie bits. This Ninja Creami take gives you all that mouthwatering goodness with lower sugar amounts and a protein boost compared to what you'll grab at the store, making it a smarter way to tackle those ice cream urges.
While searching for healthier sweet treats, I kept coming back to this ice cream. The first time I tried using Fairlife milk and saw how it doubled the protein while keeping everything smooth and creamy, I was totally sold.
Key Components and Shopping Advice
- Fairlife milk: Filtered specially for extra protein and smoother results
- Heavy cream: Just a bit gives you that perfect ice cream feel
- Oreo Thins: They mix in perfectly with just the right amount of cookie
- Oreo pudding mix: Brings that true cookies and cream taste
- Optional sweetener: Add however much works for your tastebuds
- Mix-ins: Try different cookies or extras you enjoy
Step-by-Step Guide
- Step 1:
- Mix Your Foundation: Get exact measurements. Stir milk and cream together. Slowly add your pudding mix. Check if it needs more sweetness. Make sure everything's well combined.
- Step 2:
- Nail The Freezing Part: Transfer mixture to your Ninja Creami container. Make sure it's spotless. Seal it tight so ice doesn't form. Keep it straight when freezing. Let it sit a full day in the freezer.
- Step 3:
- Get The Spinning Right: Begin with the lite ice cream setting. Do a re-spin about twice. Look for the right texture. Add a tiny bit of milk if it seems dry. Run with mix-in function once you add cookies.
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During hot weather last year, I tried different milks and found ultra-filtered works magic for balancing creaminess with protein. This tiny change really transformed how the final ice cream felt in my mouth.
Fixing Common Problems
When ice cream turns out crumbly: Pour in a drop of milk. Spin it again. Take a look at your freezer settings. Double-check your measurements. Give it enough time in the machine.
Keeping It Fresh
For longest-lasting results: Leave it in the same container. Tuck it deep in your freezer. Let it warm up for 10 minutes before serving. Spin again if needed. Try to finish within two weeks.
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This better-for-you cookies and cream ice cream has become what my family asks for most. It shows you can definitely create treats that taste amazing but don't wreck your health goals when you know the right tricks and ingredients.
Frequently Asked Questions
- → Why is Fairlife milk used here?
- It’s higher in protein than regular milk, which helps make this a better-for-you dessert.
- → Can regular pudding mix work?
- Sure, use regular or sugar-free pudding mix depending on what you like best.
- → Why spin it more than once?
- Extra spins make sure you don’t get icy chunks, giving it that smooth texture.
- → Can I skip the Ninja Creami for this?
- This method works best with a Ninja Creami. Other machines might give different results.
- → How long can this dessert stay good?
- Keep it in the freezer for a couple of weeks to enjoy the best flavor and texture.