Hot Chocolate Ninja Creami Ice Cream
This Hot Chocolate Ninja Creami Ice Cream recipe transforms classic hot cocoa into a rich, creamy frozen dessert with deep chocolate flavor and ultra-smooth texture. Made with simple pantry ingredients and spun to perfection in the Ninja Creami, it delivers cozy hot chocolate vibes in scoopable ice cream form, perfect for any season.
Servings: 1
Equipment
- Ninja Creami
- Saucepan
- Whisk
- Measuring cups
- Measuring spoons
- Ninja Creami pint
Ingredients
- 1½ cups whole milk
- 2 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2–3 tbsp sugar
- ¼ cup heavy cream
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
- 1 pinch salt
Instructions
- Heat the milk in a saucepan over medium-low heat until warm. Do not boil.
- Whisk in cocoa powder and sugar until fully dissolved and smooth.
- Add vanilla extract and a pinch of salt. Stir well and taste, adjusting sweetness if needed.
- Remove from heat and let the mixture cool to room temperature. Refrigerate until fully chilled.
- Pour the chilled mixture into a Ninja Creami pint, leaving space at the top.
- Freeze on a level surface for at least 12 hours until solid.
- Spin using Ice Cream mode. If crumbly, Re-Spin 1–2 times until creamy.
- Optional: Add 1 tablespoon milk or cream and Re-Spin for extra smoothness.
Notes
- Whole milk gives the creamiest texture
- Do not skip the salt, it enhances chocolate flavor
- Let the base cool fully before freezing
- Re-Spin is essential for smooth texture
- Add liquid before Re-Spin if texture looks dry
- Use Mix-In mode for marshmallows or chocolate chips
- Dairy-free option: oat milk + coconut cream