Spring is the return of sunny days, flowers that hatch and, of course, fresh and light ice ! With the Ninja Creami , you can easily capture the light and fruity flavors of this season to create frozen desserts that will melt. Whether you are a fan of seasonal fruit or you prefer floral flavors, here are some spring ice cream to celebrate the return of the sun.
1. Fresh mint ice cream
Strawberries spring , and when they are very ripe and sweet, they lend themselves perfectly to light ice. Add a touch of fresh mint to raise the softness of the strawberries, and you get a hyper refreshing dessert.
Recipe :
- 250 g fresh strawberries
- 100 ml of almond or whole milk milk
- 2 tablespoons agave syrup
- A few fresh mint leaves (about 5 to 10, depending on your taste)
Mixes strawberries with milk, agave syrup, and mint until you get a very smooth mixture. Taste to adjust the softness and intensity of mint, then freezes in a jar of Ninja Creami . After freezing, let the machine do the rest, and savor a scented ice cream that smells good!
2. Lemon and lavender ice cream
Lemon is a refreshing flavor perfect for spring, and adding a subtle touch of lavender , you get a delicate and fragrant ice. It is an amazing combination that goes perfectly with the softness of the first spring rays of sun.
Recipe :
- 2 lemons (zest and juice)
- 250 ml almond milk or whole milk
- 2 tablespoons of honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon of dried lavender flowers (or a drop of lavender extract if you have)
Mix the lemon juice and zest with milk, honey and lavender. Let the mixture stand for a few minutes so that the lavender infused slightly. Taste to adjust the flavors, then freezes. After passing through the Ninja Creami , you will get a tangy and floral ice that makes the taste buds travel!
3. Yogurt and red fruit ice cream
Red fruits such as raspberries, strawberries and blueberries are spring treasures. Associated with yogurt , they form an ice that is both healthy and delicious, ideal for a light sweet break.
Recipe :
- 200 g red fruits (strawberries, raspberries, blueberries)
- 200 ml of Greek yogurt or plain yogurt
- 2 tablespoons agave syrup or honey
Mixes red fruits with yogurt and agave syrup until you get a homogeneous mixture. Pour into your pot of ninja creami and freezes. Once it is well frozen, pass the machine and savor a smooth ice cream full of vitamins, perfect for a spring afternoon!
4. Matcha green tea ice cream and coconut milk
Matcha green tea is a delicate and invigorating flavor that goes perfectly with coconut milk . This ice cream is both soft and slightly bitter, ideal for those who like desserts a little less sweet but always gourmet.
Recipe :
- 250 ml of coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon of matcha green tea in powder
- 2 tablespoons of maple syrup
Mix all the ingredients well, making sure to dissolve the matcha powder to avoid lumps. Tast to adjust the sweet, then pour into a pot and freeze. After passing through the Ninja Creami , you get a smooth ice with an exotic touch, perfect for a sunny afternoon.
5. Melon and basil sorbet
Melon it is simply irresistible. Add a touch of basil to surprise your taste buds with a herbaceous note that goes perfectly with the sweetness of the melon.
Recipe :
- 1 very ripe melon
- 1 tablespoon of lemon juice
- 2 tablespoons agave syrup
- A few fresh basil leaves
Mixed the melon with lemon juice, agave syrup, and basil. Tast to adjust the softness and intensity of the basil. Pour into a pot, freezes, then uses the Ninja Creami to transform everything into an ultra-light and refreshing sorbet, perfect for a spring day.
Conclusion: spring, fresh and light ice cream
Spring is the perfect time to revisit your ice cream with light, fruity and herbaceous flavors. With the Ninja Creami , you can explore all possible combinations, whether fresh fruit, scented herbs or more exotic ingredients like matcha.
So, lets free rein to your creativity and take advantage of spring flavors in the form of gourmet ice cream that will make you rediscover this season in a new light!
