Ninja Creami Fireball Ice Cream
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Heads up, this is a delicious adults-only Ninja Creami recipe. But prepare yourself, because it's amazing!
Fireball ice cream.
Need I say more?
Many of us have had shots of Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey (love it or hate it, it definitely has a fun flavor to remember). Thankfully, turning Fireball into Fireball ice cream takes away some of the sting and just leaves the great flavor!
I was a bit worried that the flavor might need a little extra something (like more cinnamon), but the whiskey shines through on its own with no help needed.
Like I mentioned, the creaminess of the ice cream makes this a sweet dessert with a unique cinnamon fireball flavor (so try it even if you are not a fan of the whiskey).
The flavor of this ice cream reminds me of the atomic fireball candies I would eat as a kid. Sometimes I would try to eat as many as possible to see how many I could handle. I usually only lasted until 3 fireballs were in my mouth at the same time before I had to tap out.
The flavor of the Fireball ice cream tastes very similar, and it's just as fun to eat! The best part is this treat only takes 2 tablespoons, so there will be plenty of extra for you to sip as you make and enjoy this boozy ice cream!
It is important to note that adding alcohol into the ice cream may make it softer. The ice cream will not freeze as hard, so if you want a firmer ice cream, I recommend freezing it for a few hours after spinning to harden it back up!
To Make Dairy-Free Fireball 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!
- Can I add more Fireball than 2 tablespoons? We don't recommend adding more, because the ice cream will come out like a very soft soft-serve! I enjoy soft-serve, but too much alcohol will not let the ice cream freeze hard enough to hold much of a shape.
- My ice cream came out very soft and liquid-y, how can I fix it? If the ice cream is too soft after spinning, refreeze it for a few more hours to harden it back up. It's well worth the wait!
- 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!
Looking for More Ninja Creami Recipes?
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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?
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Fireball ice cream uses Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey to create a fun and flavor-filled ice cream. The sweetness of the ice cream mellows out the whisky's kick, so give this a try even if you're not typically a Fireball fan!
To make this recipe in the Ninja Creami Deluxe, multiply all ingredients by 1.5
Note: 1 serving = 1 pint
- 1 tbsp Cream Cheese
- 1/3 cup Granulated Sugar
- 1 cup Whole Milk
- 3/4 cup Heavy Cream
- 2 tbsp Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey
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 2 tbsp Fireball Cinnamon Whiskey 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, ensuring 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.
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 Fireball 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.
If you liked this recipe, check out our recipe for orange creamsicle ice cream here.
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