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Dairy-Free Vanilla Ice Cream

A rich and creamy dairy-free vanilla ice cream made with oat milk using the Ninja Creami, perfect for satisfying your ice cream cravings without dairy.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 hours
Course Dessert
Cuisine American, Vegan
Servings 4 servings
Calories 150 kcal

Ingredients
  

Ice Cream Base

  • 2 cups unsweetened oat milk Oatly or any preferred brand
  • 1/4 cup sugar or maple syrup Adjust based on sweetness preference
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract Use good quality vanilla
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor

Optional Add-ins

  • 1 tablespoon nut butter Cashew butter recommended for creaminess
  • 1 tablespoon coconut milk For added creaminess; use sparingly
  • 1 tablespoon instant pudding mix Improves texture

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Mix oat milk, sweetener, vanilla, and salt in a bowl or jar.
  • Pour the mixture into your Ninja Creami pint.
  • Freeze the pint overnight until fully solid.

Processing

  • Let the pint sit out for 5-10 minutes before processing.
  • Use the 'ice cream' function on your Ninja Creami.
  • If the ice cream is crumbly, add a tablespoon or two of oat milk and process again.

Serving

  • Serve with desired toppings like toasted coconut, berries, or a chocolate shell.

Notes

Ensure the mixture is fully frozen to achieve a creamy texture. Don’t rush the freezing process and consider adding fats like nut butter or coconut oil for smoothness. Customize with different flavors and toppings as desired.
Keyword Dairy-Free Ice Cream, Ninja Creami, Oat Milk Ice Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream, Vegan Dessert