Ninja Creami Chocolate Ice Cream with Pudding Mix
This is your new go-to for incredibly smooth and creamy chocolate ice cream at home. The secret? A box of instant pudding mix! It’s a simple trick for a perfect, Wendy’s Frosty-like texture every single time, with no complicated steps.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 24 hours 5 minutes (includes 24-hour freeze time)
- Yield: 2-3 servings (1 pint) 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 12/1 cups Whole Milk
- 4 tbsp Dry Instant Chocolate Pudding Mix (must be instant)
- 2/1 cup Heavy Cream
- 2/1 tsp Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Make the Base: In a small bowl, vigorously whisk the whole milk and instant pudding mix for about a minute until completely smooth and no clumps remain.
- Combine: Stir in the heavy cream and vanilla extract until just combined.
- Freeze: Pour the mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container and secure the lid. Place it on a perfectly level surface in your freezer for at least 24 hours.
- First Spin: Once fully frozen, place the pint into your Ninja Creami and process it using the ICE CREAM function.
- Re-Spin for Creaminess: After the first spin, the mixture will likely look dry or crumbly. This is normal! Simply place it back in the machine and press the RE-SPIN button. This second spin is what makes it ultra-creamy. If it’s still a bit crumbly, add 1 tbsp of cold milk and re-spin one last time.
- Add Mix-Ins (Optional): If using, create a well in the center of the ice cream, add your mix-ins (like chocolate chips or brownie bits), and process using the MIX-IN function.
Notes
- Tips & Tricks:
- Using instant pudding mix is essential; the “cook and serve” kind will not work.
- Freezing the pint on a level surface prevents the machine from spinning unevenly, which can damage the blade.
- Don’t be alarmed by a powdery texture after the first spin! The RE-SPIN cycle is the most important step for achieving a smooth consistency.
- Serving Suggestions:
- For the best texture, serve this ice cream immediately after the final spin.
- Top with whipped cream, chocolate sauce, or your favorite sprinkles.
- Storage Instructions:
- Store leftovers by smoothing the top, securing the lid, and placing the pint back in the freezer.
- To enjoy again, do not scoop the frozen block. Simply run the entire pint through the ICE CREAM cycle again to restore its original creamy texture.