Ninja Creami Apple Crisp Ice Cream (Vegan, Gluten Free) Recipe
A delicious and creamy vegan, gluten-free apple crisp ice cream made with sautéed apples, coconut milk, and warming spices, prepared using the Ninja Creami for a smooth and flavorful frozen treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Total Time: 12 hours 25 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegan
Ingredients
Scale
For the Sautéed Apples
- 1 large apple, diced
- 1 Tbsp coconut sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 2 Tbsp water (add more if needed)
Ice Cream Base
- 1.5+ cups full fat coconut milk
- 2 Tbsp coconut sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp cinnamon
- 1 scoop pea protein (optional)
Mix-Ins & Toppings
- 1/3 cup sautéed apples
- 1/4 cup gluten free granola
- 2 Tbsp apple butter or caramel sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Apples: In a pan, sauté the diced apples with 1 Tbsp coconut sugar, 1/2 tsp cinnamon, and 2 Tbsp water over medium heat until the apples are soft, about 10 minutes. Add more water as needed to prevent sticking. Allow to cool, then refrigerate in a small bowl.
- Prepare Ice Cream Base: Whisk or blend together the coconut milk, 2 Tbsp coconut sugar, vanilla extract, 1/4 tsp cinnamon, and optional pea protein until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Freeze Ice Cream Base: Pour the ice cream base into the Ninja Creami pint container, adding more coconut milk if necessary to reach the max fill line. Secure the lid and freeze on a level surface for 12–24 hours.
- Spin Ice Cream: When ready, place the frozen pint container into the Ninja Creami outer container; attach the lid and process using the lite ice cream setting. Spin once to create a creamy texture.
- Add Mix-Ins and Respin: Add the sautéed apples and gluten free granola to the ice cream, plus optional apple butter or caramel sauce if desired. Reattach the lid and process using the mix-in setting to evenly incorporate the additions.
- Serve: Serve the ice cream topped with extra sautéed apples, granola, and a drizzle of caramel sauce or apple butter for best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Use full fat coconut milk for best creaminess and texture.
- Pea protein is optional and adds extra protein to the ice cream.
- The sautéed apples add warmth and depth of flavor mimicking traditional apple crisp.
- Adjust sweetness by varying the amount of coconut sugar or using alternative sweeteners.
- Allow the ice cream to soften slightly if too firm right out of the freezer before spinning.
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