Hi to all homemade ice fans! Today, I'm going to tell you about a subject that is close to my heart: how the Ninja Creami can help us reduce our sugar consumption, without sacrificing pleasure. If, like me, you love ice cream, but you are looking for healthier alternatives to ultra-suckled industrial desserts, this little gem of technology could change your life. In addition, it allows you to have fun in the kitchen and control everything you put in your dessert.
So, ready to discover how to make tasty and weak ice creams in sugar? Let's go!
Why reduce sugar in our ice?
Before talking about the Ninja Creami, a little word on the sugar. Trade ice creams are often stuffed with sugar and additives. This is what gives them this taste so soft and addictive, but it is not always ideal for our health, especially if we eat regularly. Reducing sugar is not only better for our teeth, but also for our energy and our general balance.
With the Ninja Creami, you have total control over the quantity of added sugar, and you can even go completely by betting on the natural sweetness of the fruit or natural sweeteners. Personally, I love being able to adapt my ice cream according to my desires and my health objectives!
1. Use fruit for natural sweetness
The first reflex to reduce sugar with the Ninja Creami is to enjoy naturally sweet fruits. Very ripe bananas, for example, are an incredible base for soft and creamy ice creams. And if you like more exotic flavors, mango and papaya are perfect for adding a sweet touch without refined sugar.
Personal tip : I love preparing banana ice cream with a hint of coconut milk. Just freeze banana rings, then mix them with a little coconut milk in the Ninja Creami. We get a smooth, slightly sweet, and 100 % natural ice cream.
2. Natural sweeteners: for a subtle and healthy sweetness
If you need a little more sweet in your ice cream, natural sweeteners are your best friends. I sometimes use a little honey, maple syrup or even agave syrup to slightly sweeten my preparations. The advantage is that they bring a subtle sweetness, without the peak of sugar found in industrial ice.
Honey, for example, has a slightly floral taste that goes perfectly with fruits such as strawberries or peaches. Agave syrup is less caloric and has a lower glycemic index, therefore ideal for the ice that I eat during the week.
Small advice : always add your sweeteners in small quantities, then taste as you go. A small spoon is often enough to give this sweet taste without doing too much.
3. Stevia and erythritol: for an option without calories
For those who seek to completely avoid additional calories, stevia and erythritol are excellent options. I use them especially when I make chocolate ice creams, because their taste mixes well with the cocoa. The advantage is that they do not contain any calories, which is great for light ice.
Be careful anyway : stevia is very successful, so a small amount is largely enough. I advise you to test with half a teaspoon at the start, then adjust if necessary. Erythritol, for its part, behaves more like traditional sugar and can therefore be added in greater quantity without risk of bitterness.
4. Use natural aromas for more sugar -free taste
Sometimes the secret for successful ice is in the small details. With the Ninja Creami, I like to play with natural aromas to add depth to the taste of my ice without adding sugar. Vanilla, cinnamon, cocoa powder or even a touch of lemon zest can transform banal ice into a dessert full of character.
My favorite : Vanilla powder in a natural yogurt ice cream. It's super simple, but it gives a natural sweet taste without an ounce of added sugar.
5. Yogurt ice cream: light and healthy
If you like creamy ice cream but want to avoid sugar, yogurt ice cream is a great option. Plage yogurt (not sweet) has a soft and slightly tart flavor that goes well with all kinds of fruit. The Ninja Creami allows you to transform yogurt and fruit into a creamy ice in the blink of an eye.
Express recipe : Mix Greek yogurt with frozen raspberries and a touch of honey (if you want). Then let the Ninja Creami make its magic, and you will have an ultra-light, creamy, and very little sweet ice!
6. Play with textures: to satisfy the taste buds without too much sugar
Another thing I discovered is that textures can really make the difference. By adding pieces of nuts, coconut shavings, or even pieces of fruit, we add ice complexity without the need to add sugar. The Ninja Creami is perfect for that, because it allows these ingredients to be incorporated into the ice in a homogeneous way, while keeping a pleasant texture.
Example : I often prepare a mango-coco ice cream with small pieces of grated coconut and a few chia seeds. The coconut brings crunch, and the mango provides all the sugar I need.
Conclusion: reduce sugar and keep pleasure with the Ninja Creami
After testing all these options, I can say that Ninja Creami is really an ally for those who want to reduce their sugar consumption. With a little creativity, you can get incredibly tasty ice cream, without having to add refined sugar. Fruits, spices, and natural alternatives make it possible to satisfy our desires of sweetness, while remaining aligned with our health objectives.
If you are like me, you like ice cream but want healthier alternatives, I really encourage you to try these tips. The Ninja Creami opens a whole world of possibilities for homemade ice cream that does not sacrifice taste or pleasure.
