Okay, so I saw this trend all over TikTok – people putting all sorts of crazy stuff in their Ninja Creami ice cream makers. I’ve been loving mine, making the usual fruit sorbets and protein shakes, but I got curious. Peanut butter? Could it actually work? I had to try it.
First, I grabbed my usual Creami base recipe. You know, the one I always use – milk, a little bit of cream cheese, some sweetener. I use the “lite ice cream” setting mostly, because it feels a bit healthier, I guess.
The Experiment Begins!
I poured the base into the Creami pint container, but only filled it about halfway. Then came the moment of truth: the peanut butter. I used regular, creamy peanut butter, you know, the kind you’d put on a sandwich, not that fancy natural stuff that separates. I scooped in a couple of BIG spoonfuls – I wasn’t shy about it. I figured, go big or go home, right?
I used a whisk to try and mix it in. Let me tell you, peanut butter and liquid don’t exactly love each other. It was kinda clumpy, and I was a bit worried I’d messed it up. I did my best, though, getting it as incorporated as I could.
Then, into the freezer it went. The instructions say 24 hours, and honestly, the waiting is the hardest part! I’m not the most patient person.
The Moment of Truth!
24 hours later (finally!), I pulled the pint out of the freezer. It was solid, as expected. I popped it into the Ninja Creami, locked the lid, and selected the “lite ice cream” setting.
The machine whirred to life, doing its thing. I’ve gotta say, it sounded a little different than usual – maybe a bit louder? I guess the peanut butter made it work harder. After the first spin, I opened it up and… well, it looked a little crumbly. Not quite ice cream yet.
So, I hit the “re-spin” button. That’s the magic button, I swear. After the second spin, it was MUCH better. Creamier, smoother, definitely looking more like ice cream. I did one more re-spin, just to be sure, and… wow.
It actually worked! It looked like peanut butter ice cream! I scooped some out and took a bite. The taste? Amazing! Super peanut buttery, rich, and creamy. It was definitely richer than my usual fruit sorbets, but in a good way. Like, a decadent treat kind of way.
Final Thoughts
- It Works! You can absolutely put peanut butter in your Ninja Creami.
- Be Generous. Don’t skimp on the peanut butter if you want that strong flavor.
- Re-Spin is Key. You’ll probably need at least one or two re-spins to get the right texture.
- Expect Richness. It’s definitely a richer, heavier ice cream than fruit-based ones.
So, there you have it. My peanut butter Creami experiment was a success! Now I’m thinking… what else can I throw in there? Cookie dough? Chocolate chips? The possibilities are endless!
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