Ninja Creami Cherry Cola Ice Cream

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There's something about the sound of a can of coca-cola popping open.

But, hear me out, there might be something even better. The sound of a can of cherry coca-cola popping open.

I know coca-cola is a classic, but I am a true believer that cherry coke is actually better! The addition of sweet cherry flavoring makes all the difference.

That's why Alex and I decided to turn cherry coke into a delicious cherry cola ice cream! Using the Ninja Creami, it was unsurprisingly easy.

We used a Soda Stream syrup to give it the cola flavoring and added some grenadine in for a pop of cherry. Simple and delicious, this Ninja Creami ice cream recipe should move to the top of your "make" list.

Even if you're not a coca-cola fan, this cherry cola ice cream has enough of a balanced flavor to make even the most devoted Pepsi fan love it.

While there is no actual fizz in the ice cream, the amazing flavor makes sure you won't even miss it!

So grab some Cola Soda Stream syrup, a bottle of grenadine, a Ninja Creami pint, and get spinning!

To Make Dairy-Free Cherry Cola Ice Cream, Use the Following:

• 1 tbsp vegan cream cheese for 1 tbsp cream cheese

• 1 cup oat milk for 1 cup whole milk

• 3/4 cup cream of coconut for 3/4 cup heavy cream

First Time Using the Ninja Creami or Looking for Tips?

While the Ninja Creami is a machine with only 7 (or 11) buttons, it can still be intimidating! Here are a few tips and tricks Alex and I have picked up since beginning our ice cream journey with the Ninja Creami!

• Where do I find Soda Stream Cola syrup? You can find it at stores like Target, Walmart, Bed Bath & Beyond, or even online!

• Can I use actual Coca-Cola soda? To make this ice cream, I don't recommend using regular Coca-Cola soda. You would have to add in a large amount and the water content may damage the blade for ice cream making. The Cola syrup packs a large amount of Cola punch in a small amount!

• If I put the pint back into the freezer, do I need to mix the ice cream again before enjoying? Surprisingly, no! When using the typical base ingredients (whole milk, heavy cream), re-spinning is probably best to get the ice cream back to its original creamy consistency after freezing. However, we have found when using oat milk and cream of coconut, our first spin leaves the ice cream very creamy (almost like a soft-serve texture). After putting it in the freezer for 24 hours after this original spin, the ice cream is the perfect texture to enjoy without re-spinning! My suggestion is see how the texture is without a re-spin, and re-spin only as necessary!

• What button should I use to spin my ice cream? This all depends on the consistency you’re going for! Each button operates the machine at varying speeds. For thicker concoctions (like ice cream), the ice cream button is best. However, if using eggs in the recipe (like a gelato), use the gelato button! The sorbet button is best used with fruit mixtures. For example, if mixing a can of pineapples in heavy syrup, use the sorbet button to make a delicious fruity creation! Overall, it’s something you can experiment with to find your personal preference for your ice cream consistency!

Looking for More Ninja Creami Recipes?

If you’re on the hunt for more Ninja Creami recipes, be sure to grab one of our recipe e-books, Top 25 Ninja Creami Recipes ($2.99), or the great value of over 50 recipes in Ninja Creami Cookbook: Ice Cream & Gelato Edition! Each includes favorites such as cake batter gelato, red velvet ice cream, Shirley Temple ice cream, and many more!

If you’re like us and are running out of ice cream storage containers, grab a two-pack of Ninja Creami pints to keep your freezer full with all of your ice cream creations!

Or if you don’t have a Ninja Creami and are on the fence about getting one, check out my honest review!

Do You Want to Make Your Own Ninja Creami Cookbook?

If you want to make your own version of a Ninja Creami cookbook, check out our Ninja Creami Recipe Page Template! Besides the fun design, it has space to write the spin setting, number of servings, ingredients, directions, and notes (everything a Creami recipe needs)!