I'm always chasing that cozy apple pie vibe, and guess what? You can eat it as ice cream. This Ninja Creami apple pie ice cream tastes like a frozen slice of fall: warm spices, sweet apples, creamy dairy, with zero crust to soggy. You're gonna love how easy it is, and how it pairs beautifully with pumpkin muffins, warm apple pie, or a drizzle of caramel.
If you like my Ninja Creami pumpkin ice cream you'll love this too!
Jump to:
The ingredients
Heavy cream - the base that makes it rich and scoopable
Apple pie filling - canned or homemade, with chunky apple bits
Ground cinnamon - a cozy spice kick
For the ingredients quantities go to the recipe card below
Steps-by-step Instructions for the Ninja Creami Apple Pie Ice Cream
Mix heavy cream, apple pie filling, and cinnamon in a bowl until smooth.
Pour mixture into a Ninja Creami pint (don't go past the max line).
Freeze flat for 24 hours until rock solid.
Process on "Ice Cream" setting.
Check texture - if crumbly, re-spin.
Scoop and enjoy right away, or add extra apple chunks during a mix-in cycle.
Tips for Success
- Full-fat cream gives the best mouthfeel.
- If your apple filling is extra chunky, mash it lightly so the machine blends evenly.
- Don't skimp on the freeze time - 24 hours is your friend.
- Cinnamon strength varies, start light and adjust.
Variations
- Caramel swirl - drizzle caramel sauce after re-spin.
- Crunchy topping - mix in graham cracker crumbs or pie crust bits.
- Lighter option - swap half the cream with whole milk.
- Spiced up - add nutmeg or apple pie spice blend instead of just cinnamon.
Serving Ideas
- Scoop on top of warm apple crisp.
- Sandwich between oatmeal cookies for ice cream sandwiches.
- Pair with hot coffee for an affogato twist.
- Serve in waffle bowls and sprinkle with extra cinnamon sugar.
Storage Tips
- Keep in a covered container in the freezer up to 2 weeks.
- If it hardens too much, let sit at room temp 5-10 minutes or run a quick re-spin.
- Avoid refreezing melted portions, texture won't be the same.
FAQ
Can I use homemade apple pie filling?
Yes! Just cool it completely before mixing with cream.
Do I need sugar?
Nope, apple pie filling is sweet enough, but taste your base before freezing and adjust if yours isn't very sweet.
Can I double the recipe?
Better to make two separate pints instead of overfilling one container.
Didn't find the answer you're looking for?
Ask AI to answer based on this specific recipe:
Ninja Creami Apple Pie Ice Cream
Equipment
- Ninja Creami machine & pint
- Mixing bowl + whisk
- Measuring cups/spoons
Ingredients
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 cup apple pie filling
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine cream, pie filling, and cinnamon until smooth.
- Pour into Ninja Creami pint (below max fill line).
- Freeze on a flat surface for 24 hours.
- Insert pint into Ninja Creami, run "Ice Cream" cycle.
- If needed, add splash of cream and re-spin.
- Serve right away or add mix-ins before a final cycle.
Notes
- Mash apple pieces smaller if your filling is too chunky.
- Taste base before freezing - add sugar or maple syrup if needed.
- Re-spin is normal; sometimes you need 2 cycles for creamy texture.
- Mix-ins like caramel, nuts, or pie crust crumbs take it over the top.
Leave a Reply