1. What is Ninja Creami Black Cherry Ice Cream?

Ninja Creami Black Cherry Ice Cream is a homemade ice cream made using a Ninja Creami machine, featuring a smooth, creamy base flavored with black cherries.

2. Can I use fresh cherries instead of frozen for Black Cherry Ice Cream ?

Yes, you can use fresh cherries, but you’ll want to pit and chop them before adding them to the ice cream. If you’re using fresh cherries, it’s a good idea to freeze them for a few hours for better texture.

3. How long does it take to make Ninja Creami Black Cherry Ice Cream?

The entire process takes about 24 hours if you include the freezing time, but the active preparation time is relatively quick—around 30-40 minutes.

4. Can I make Black Cherry Ice Cream dairy-free?

Yes! You can substitute the heavy cream and whole milk with canned coconut milk or almond milk. Ensure you find suitable egg alternatives for a dairy-free recipe.

5. How should I store my Ninja Creami Black Cherry Ice Cream?

To preserve its taste and texture, store your Black Cherry Ice Cream in an airtight container in the freezer where it will stay delicious for about 1-2 weeks.

Ninja Creami Black Cherry Ice Cream

Description

A rich and creamy homemade Black Cherry Ice Cream made with fresh black cherries, perfect for summer days or cozy evenings.

Ingredients

Scale

240 ml of heavy cream
90 ml of whole milk
4 large egg yolks
1 tablespoon of light corn syrup
5 tablespoons of granulated sugar
1 teaspoon of almond extract
1 cup of black cherries (frozen, thawed, and quartered)
1 to 2 tablespoons of whole milk (optional, for adjusting consistency)

Instructions

In a small saucepan, combine heavy cream, whole milk, light corn syrup, and sugar. Warm over medium heat while whisking until lightly foamed.
Whisk egg yolks in a separate bowl. Slowly add hot cream mixture to temper the yolks while whisking continuously.
Pour the tempered yolk mixture back into the saucepan with the remaining cream and cook on low until reaching 74°C (165°F), stirring constantly.
Remove from heat and stir in almond extract. Allow to cool to room temperature.
Transfer to a container and freeze for at least 24 hours.
After freezing, process in the Ninja Creami on the “Gelato” setting until smooth.
Add the quartered black cherries and process again using the