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4.57 out of 5stars
(14 reviews)

Most helpful positive review

5.00 out of 5 stars review
Verified Purchaser
11/11/2021
Easy to Use and Clean
The Ninja CREAMi is really pretty amazing. When I got it, I was excited about the possibilities, but also figured it would be a big hassle to clean. I couldn't have been more wrong. I tried it out with something simple, with fruit I already had on hand, and made banana sorbet. In the pics you can see how creamy the sorbet turned out, so much so that I could eat it with a plastic spoon. And I've shown in the pics the only parts that need to be cleaned afterward. The paddle rinsed cleaned easily, and the top lid that holds the paddle also rinsed clean easily. The pint container that the ice cream, sorbet, or whatever you make has an airtight lid that snaps on, so you can pop it in the freezer if you don't eat the entire contents right away. And it's just a simple plastic container, so will be easy to clean once empty. It does come with an extra pint container in case you want to make something else before you've emptied the first one. It comes with a recipe booklet, and you can literally make the most indulgent ice cream or even frozen alcoholic shakes, as well as healthy fruit sorbets or light ice cream. And it's so easy. With all of the recipes, they involve mixing and adding the contents to the pint container and freezing it for as many hours as the recipe specifies. Then you put the pint with the frozen mixture in the machine and creamify it on the proper setting. It took but a few minutes to turn my frozen mushed up bananas in the pint, into the creamy sorbet you see in my pics. I was truly amazed. And of course because it's a Ninja product, you know it's good quality. And also, it's quite beautiful to look at. I don't have anything negative to say about this product. If you like frozen treats, and especially if you're someone like me who wants to make light, lower calorie treats, you definitely want this!
daUPhere

Most helpful negative review

1.00 out of 5 stars review
Verified Purchaser
12/18/2021
Received a different machine then advertise
The the new ninja creamy machine that I received only has four mix options, but the brochure received with the machine and online shows six buttons plus mix in. the machine received is missing the gelato and the Smoothie Bowl option.
MiaW
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  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    08/30/2022
    Get One NOW!
    I love my Ninja Creami. I love how I can take a protein shake and make it into delicious ice cream. My family fights over who gets ice cream every night because it comes with only two pints. LOL Walmart had the BEST price and the shipping is as good as Amazon. Amazon's price could not even come close.
    Debra
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    07/07/2022
    PERFECTION!!!
    Just bought in store, only one on very top shelf so grabbed it, and so happy I did, Came out so delicious and I'm a very restricted eater so made it really healthy w almond milk, protein powder, Cost erythritol/monk fruit sweetener, cacao powder, unsweet PB powder, 1/2 t guar gum, came out so rich and creamy, also did strawberry, both unreal, low carb, healthy!!! Easy to use, really great product.
    Jan
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    06/20/2022
    Healthy and delicious
    Amazing products so delicious ice cream made at home
    Healthy
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    06/18/2022
    ice cream my way
    This does take some research if you want the best results. Some recipes call for heavy whipping cream but I use half and half instead so you don't get that waxy feel on your tongue. You also need to research when to use each button... depending on the fat and sugar you use, you need to use different buttons. you should also nuke the frozen product for 30 seconds or leave it standing out on the shelf for 10 to 15 minutes before you cream it so it's not icy.
    Roni
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    01/04/2022
    Great Product
    I'm very happy that I finally bought this product, the ability to make ice cream the way I want with the ingredients that I like it's perfect, although you're only freezing the ingredients the ninja creami shaves it to a perfect soft-serve consistency. The recipe guide that included has easy to follow instructions with Base recipes that can be easily altered for multiple flavors, I am very impressed and I use it continuously.
    Unknown
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    01/03/2022
    Love it!
    No regrets!!! The best ice cream machine that I ever purchased. I'm loving every delectable creation.
    Love2Bake
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    12/25/2021
    Love it but be patient! It is worth it in the end
    I love it now I have figured out the best settings for my sugar free ice cream. If you have special needs like me, Be prepared for a couple spectacular fails before you fine tune it but it will be so worth it in the end. The containers you freeze the mix in fit easily in the freezer above the fridge. Cons: it is very very loud but it is shaving frozen stuff so not too surprising. It is also very tall so is limited where I can store it.
    JoCanYouCanToo
  • 1.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    12/18/2021
    Received a different machine then advertise
    The the new ninja creamy machine that I received only has four mix options, but the brochure received with the machine and online shows six buttons plus mix in. the machine received is missing the gelato and the Smoothie Bowl option.
    MiaW
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    12/13/2021
    Very Happy
    I bought this a couple of weeks ago. Delivery was very fast. The first time I used it the ice cream came out like powder. I was disappointed so I joined a Creami Facebook group to look for answers. I just needed to add a bit more liquid and re-spin. I do that all the time now and my ice cream comes out smooth and delicious. I am a diabetic so I substitute the sugar with monkfruit. The taste is delicious and I am now able to eat ice cream without the sugar and all the carbs of commercial ice cream. The sky is the limit for flavours! My ice cream is healthy and it tastes better than store-bought! Buy one! You won't be disappointed!
    Sunny
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/19/2021
    Easy to Use! Works Well When Following Recipe
    Pros: easy to use, easy to assemble, comes with 2 pints/2 lids, works well when following a recipe exactly Cons: heavy, large, needs specific fat/sugar ratios to work, doesn't take substitutions well The Ninja CREAMi is really great in a lot of aspects but doesn't work well when you modify or swap recipe ingredients. This machine is extremely easy to assemble and use. There aren't a lot of pieces and the instructions are clear and easy to understand; unless you need troubleshooting for things that don't exist. The first thing you do is wash the containers, lids, and blade. Then you proceed to browse the recipe guide and pick one out. For my first one I chose the No-prep inspiration chart, the brewed coffee and coffee creamer recipe. Since I don't use sugar or sugar substitutes, I just used plain heavy cream and coffee. This absolutely did not work. I froze it for 24 hours as instructed on a flat surface, I made sure my freezer was at the right temperature (-7 to 9 degrees). I proceeded to use the machine; it's super easy to place the lid on and lock it into place and then place the entire bowl into the machine and lock that in place. But the machine did not like what I chose at all. When the blade got to the bottom it fell off inside the pint. I later learned that if your sugar or fat proportion is too low (or too high) it will not work correctly. The end result was extremely powdery and crystalline and it was very hard to dig the blade back out. I later re-spun it by adding milk and using the milk-shake function and it was delicious but not the texture you would expect, still crystalline. For my second attempt I decided to follow a different recipe using the substitution guide and following it very carefully. I used their Dairy Free Pumpkin Ice-Cream recipe on their website. I swapped out oat milk for regular milk and coconut cream for heavy cream, and did use maple syrup as a sweetener so I could ensure it would work this time, since the ratio does matter. This time it worked, the blade didn't fall off but I was left with super crumbly powder, so I re-spun and it turned into ice cream! Super delicious and creamy. This machine is very tall, deep, and heavy, but not wide. It looks very nice sitting on the counter. I do like that it comes with two pints and two lids. If you have the ability to eat everything in the recipe and are able to follow it exactly then this machine is definitely a win. It functions well when you follow those fat and sugar ratios, but if you veer off the path and freestyle a recipe you will likely end up with something that doesn't work or isn't the texture you planned. All in all, this machine is very easy to use and it works well if you can eat everything in the recipe and you follow it exactly. I thought custom creations would be easier and that is not the case. So, if you have no dietary restrictions or limitations, I would absolutely recommend it!
    SeramaMama13
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/15/2021
    Super simple to use
    Ninja has really amazed me with the Ninja Creami. I love the idea of getting to make my own ice cream and this has really made it a reality. Before using this machine make sure to read the instructions.  The instructions are straightforward. Out of the ice cream, lite ice cream, sorbet, and milkshake function we love the ice cream. So far we have made rocky road ice cream and we loved it. Also, make sure to remember that it takes 24 hours for the base to be ready to use for ice cream.  Set up and clean up is simple. This is a definite must  for all households and has become our Friday night ritual to make ice cream.
    TrinaK
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/11/2021
    Easy to Use and Clean
    The Ninja CREAMi is really pretty amazing. When I got it, I was excited about the possibilities, but also figured it would be a big hassle to clean. I couldn't have been more wrong. I tried it out with something simple, with fruit I already had on hand, and made banana sorbet. In the pics you can see how creamy the sorbet turned out, so much so that I could eat it with a plastic spoon. And I've shown in the pics the only parts that need to be cleaned afterward. The paddle rinsed cleaned easily, and the top lid that holds the paddle also rinsed clean easily. The pint container that the ice cream, sorbet, or whatever you make has an airtight lid that snaps on, so you can pop it in the freezer if you don't eat the entire contents right away. And it's just a simple plastic container, so will be easy to clean once empty. It does come with an extra pint container in case you want to make something else before you've emptied the first one. It comes with a recipe booklet, and you can literally make the most indulgent ice cream or even frozen alcoholic shakes, as well as healthy fruit sorbets or light ice cream. And it's so easy. With all of the recipes, they involve mixing and adding the contents to the pint container and freezing it for as many hours as the recipe specifies. Then you put the pint with the frozen mixture in the machine and creamify it on the proper setting. It took but a few minutes to turn my frozen mushed up bananas in the pint, into the creamy sorbet you see in my pics. I was truly amazed. And of course because it's a Ninja product, you know it's good quality. And also, it's quite beautiful to look at. I don't have anything negative to say about this product. If you like frozen treats, and especially if you're someone like me who wants to make light, lower calorie treats, you definitely want this!
    daUPhere
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/10/2021
    Fun ice cream maker for the family
    I like that this Ninja CREAMi machine can make custom ice creams, sorbets, adult boozy treats, and more! It is very important to read the instruction manual before use so you don't mess up the machine. The desserts should be frozen level for 24 hours before spinning. The temperature of your freezer and the type of ingredients used can affect the outcome of your dessert. The height machine is a touch tall for my storage preferences. I like that the parts are dishwasher safe. Overall, this is a fun ice cream maker for the family to get creative with concoctions.
    Astro824
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/10/2021
    Superior genius!
    As always Shark/Ninja creates another innovative product!! This might not be the first Ice cream maker to hit the market but this is the first Ice Cream maker that's this easy and smooth! It's efficient and quick. You will need to prepare some products ahead of time but the whole process is simple and fun! We have had the best time making ice cream and sorbets! It's so yummy and fresh. If you haven't made your own ice cream before it's almost impossible to go back to store bought afterwards. I love what Ninja created here. It's easy to set up and so simple my 12 yr old is the primary ice cream maker now :) We can easily make healthy frozen treats quickly with what we have already in our pantry. Ninja gives you all the yummy recipes you need but there's also a million on the internet as well. The whole machine cleans up so quick and easy. I've also been making smoothie bowls with it too. You're going to love it. Give the gift of a healthy and fun kitchen appliance your whole family can use and enjoy!!! Thank you again Ninja, you're honestly the best most innovative product maker out there!
    Marygretchen