Ninja Creami Coriander and Parsley Ice Cream
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Coriander and parsley ice cream. Before you shake your head and close out of this page, give it a chance!
This week, our game night theme was Middle Eastern food. As only ice cream lovers could, Alex and I spent a few days brainstorming how we could incorporate Middle Eastern flavors into ice cream. We wanted to stay away from nuts, so this limited our options.
However, I had been on a falafel-kick a few months ago, and we still had many of the ingredients I used, including coriander and parsley. How could anything based on falafel be bad? And so the coriander and parsley ice cream was created!
I know when I first thought of putting anything green in ice cream that wasn't food coloring, I was a bit worried. All I could picture was a goat munching on grass, thinking that is what the ice cream texture would be.
But, I was pleasantly surprised that there was no grass or herb-chomping required to enjoy this recipe!
The parsley is chopped up and mixed so fine, it doesn't take away from the creamy texture at all. Thankfully, we were able to use the same base as our black sesame ice cream, we just needed to switch the black sesame seeds for coriander and parsley.
While eating herbs in ice cream may not sound the most appealing, it truly gives the ice cream a great, unique flavor. The coriander provides a subtle spice to the ice cream that deliciously sneaks up on you. Surprisingly, there are several recipes and ideas out there for herb-infused or spiced ice creams.
This coriander parsley recipe combines the best of both, and is super easy to make with the Ninja Creami!
To Make Dairy-Free Coriander and Parsley 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!
- Do I need to prep the herbs before adding them to ice cream? We recommend finely chopping the parsley in order to ensure a good ice cream consistency. If you use bigger chunks, it may leave noticeable pieces in the final ice cream product!
- If I put the pint back into the freezer, do I need to mix the ice cream up 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!
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The coriander and parsley ice cream combines the simple spice of coriander with a hint of parsley to create a fantastically spiced, creamy ice cream. This recipe brings a great Middle Eastern flare to this classic dessert!
To make this recipe in the Ninja Creami Deluxe, multiply all ingredients by 1.5
Note: 1 serving = 1 pint
- 1 tbsp Cream Cheese
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 tsp Ground Coriander
- 1 tbsp Parsley (Finely Chopped)
- 1 cup Whole Milk
- 3/4 cup Heavy Cream
Finely chop 1 tbsp of parsley.
Place 1 tbsp cream cheese in a medium bowl and microwave for 5-10 seconds. If the cream cheese was in the fridge, these 5-10 seconds in the microwave will help soften it up to mix well with the other ingredients.
Combine cream cheese with 1 tsp vanilla extract, 1 tsp ground coriander, 1 tbsp finely chopped parsley and 1/3 cup granulated sugar. Whisk until the ingredients are mixed together.
Slowly whisk in 1 cup whole milk and 3/4 cup heavy cream.
Pour the mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container, ensuring it does not go over the max fill line.
Freeze the pint for 24 hours, making sure it is placed on a flat surface in the freezer.
After 24 hours, remove the pint from the freezer, and plug in your Ninja Creami machine! Time for the magic.
You may notice the parsley has risen to the top of the ice cream, but don't worry - the Creami will mix it all back in. Remove the lid from the pint and grab the Ninja Creami outer bowl. Place the pint securely into the outer bowl and cover with the lid. Once the lid is on, place the outer bowl into the machine, twisting to the right until it locks into place. Press the "Ice Cream" button and (try to) wait patiently for the creamy treat coming your way.
Once the process is finished, press and hold the button on the left side of the Creami to twist the bowl to the left and remove it from the machine. Twist the lid off of the outer bowl and remove the pint.
Now your coriander and parsley ice cream is ready to enjoy!
If you don't like following recipes, don't worry - you can customize it however you want! We personally use oat milk and coconut cream to avoid most of the dairy, and it's some of the best ice cream we've ever had. The Ninja Creami provides so many options, you're bound to find a flavor you love!
If you liked this recipe, check out our other fun ice cream take on black sesame ice cream here.
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