NINJA CREAMI BACON AND MAPLE ICE CREAM

Difficulty: Easy
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

15

minutes
Calories

300

kcal
Total time

24

hours 

15

minutes

Dive into a bold taste experience with our Bacon and Maple Ice Cream. An unexpected marriage of sweet and savory flavors, this frozen creation awakens the taste buds with the richness of crispy bacon and the captivating sweetness of maple syrup. The creamy texture, combined with spicy notes of black pepper, cayenne pepper, and smoked paprika, offers a symphony of delights. Each spoonful transports you to a world where indulgence meets audacity, creating a frozen experience that transcends the boundaries of convention. Discover a new dimension of frozen pleasure with our unique Bacon and Maple Ice Cream.

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup 15% heavy cream
    , 2 cups milk
    , 6 slices of bacon, cooked and crumbled,
    4 tablespoons maple syrup,
    2 pinches black pepper,
    1 pinch cayenne pepper,
    2 pinches smoked paprika,
    3 shots of heavy cream

Instructions

  • In a bowl, mix the cream, add the crumbled bacon slices and the maple syrup
  • Season with black pepper, cayenne pepper and smoked paprika to add salty and spicy flavors.
  • Pour the mixture into the lidded container of the Ninja Creami.
  • Leave to freeze for 24 hours.
  • After freezing, blend using the Ice Cream option. Once the cycle is complete, open the lid and add the 3 shots of cream, then run another cycle until you achieve a creamy texture.
  • If you want a more grainy texture, add more crumbled bacon to the mixture and run the "Extra" program.
  • This spicy and salty version of bacon and maple ice cream offers a delicious combination of flavors. Enjoy!

  • Incorporating bacon and maple ice cream into savory appetizers offers a bold culinary experience. Here are a few serving suggestions to elevate your starters:

    Appetizer Bites: Serve small portions of bacon and maple ice cream on canapés or blinis, topped with thin slices of green apple for the perfect balance of salty, sweet, and crunchy.

    Gourmet Salad: Combine crumbled ice cream with a salad of spinach, crispy bacon, goat cheese, and walnuts, then drizzle lightly with a maple syrup-based vinaigrette for a sophisticated starter.

    Surprise Egg Bake: Place a small spoonful of bacon and maple ice cream in the bottom of an egg casserole dish and bake for an innovative brunch starter.

    Ice Cream in a Glass: Arrange the ice cream in small glasses between layers of guacamole and salsa for a festive appetizer.

    Bacon Gingerbread: Serve slices of bacon gingerbread with a scoop of ice cream for a unique and decadent appetizer.


    These savory tasting ideas allow bacon and maple ice cream to make a stylish entrance into your appetizers, adding a touch of indulgence to every bite.

Notes

  • Add vanilla extract to the recipe for extra sweetness.
  • Since we all have different taste preferences, some prefer sweeter ice cream while others enjoy it less sweet. To ensure your ice cream is to your liking, don't hesitate to taste your mixture before placing it in the freezer with your Ninja Creami. This way, you can adjust the ingredients to achieve the perfect flavor for your taste buds.