Keto Ninja Creami Milk and Cookies Ice Cream
A rich, creamy homemade ice cream that captures the nostalgic flavors of milk and cookies in frozen form. This Ninja Creami recipe combines an Oreo pudding base with heavy cream and vanilla, then folds in chunks of both Oreo and chocolate chip cookies for delightful texture contrast. The result is an indulgent dessert that tastes like dunking your favorite cookies in cold milk, perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or serving at casual gatherings. The pudding mix creates an exceptionally smooth base while the cookie pieces add satisfying crunch in every bite.
Ingredients
- 4 tablespoons Oreo Cookies and Cream pudding mix
- 1 cup milk
- ¾ cups heavy cream
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ¼ tsp Kosher salt
- ¼ cup Oreo cookies, chopped
- ¼ cup chocolate chip cookies, choppedgraham crackers1:1
More subtle sweetness
Instructions
- 1
Mix together the pudding mix, milk, heavy cream, vanilla and salt in a medium mixing bowl
- 2
Pour the mixture into the Ninja pint bowl, secure the lid, and freeze for up to 24 hours
- 3
Once the ice cream base is firm, place the bowl in your Ninja Creami following manufacturer's instructions
- 4
Run the ice cream base on the Ice Cream setting
- 5
Fold in chopped Oreos and chocolate chip cookies gently using a rubber spatula
- 6
Serve the ice cream in a bowl or cone
Tips
Freeze the base for the full 24 hours for best texture and easiest processing in the Ninja Creami
Chop cookies into small, uniform pieces to prevent them from overwhelming the creamy base
If the mixture seems too hard after freezing, let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes before processing
Good to Know
Store covered in freezer for up to 1 week. Let soften for 5 minutes before scooping if very hard.
Can be made up to 3 days ahead. The texture is best within the first few days.
Serve immediately after processing or let soften briefly if too firm to scoop easily.
Common Mistakes
Don't underfill the pint container or the Creami blades won't process properly
Avoid overmixing when folding in cookies to prevent breaking them into dust
Substitutions
Dairy-Free Swaps
General Alternatives
Use vanilla and add 2 tbsp cocoa powder
FAQ
Can I make this without a Ninja Creami?
This recipe is specifically designed for the Ninja Creami. For traditional ice cream makers, you'd need to adjust the base recipe and churning method.
What if my mixture is too hard to process?
Let the container sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes to soften slightly, then try processing again.
How long will this keep in the freezer?
Store covered for up to 1 week. The texture is best within the first 3-4 days after making.