For the end-of-year celebrations, surprising your guests with a complete frozen menu is an elegant and refreshing way to think outside the box. Thanks to Ninja Creami , you can create refined and festive dishes that combine lightness and deliciousness, while remaining simple to prepare. Whether you're looking to add an icy touch to your starter, your dessert or even your cocktails, here are some ideas for an unforgettable frozen menu .
Frozen starter: Cucumber and lime sorbet with smoked salmon
To start this meal on a light and refreshing note, a cucumber and lime sorbet served with smoked salmon is a perfect starter. This dish is not only elegant, but also refreshing and slightly tangy, balancing the richness of the smoked salmon.
Ingredients :
- 3 large cucumber
- Juice of 2 limes
- 1 tablespoon of olive oil
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 200 g of cooked salmon fillet
Instructions :
- Peel and blend the cucumber with the lime juice, olive oil, salmon, salt and pepper until smooth.
- Pour the mixture into the Ninja Creami and freeze for 24 hours.
- Switch to “ice” mode for a light, refreshing texture.
- Serve the ice cream in glasses with a few thin slices of cucumber on the side. Decorate with sprigs of dill for a festive touch.
Iced cocktail: Champagne and mandarin granita
For a festive aperitif, there's nothing like a champagne granita which combines the effervescence of champagne with the tangy freshness of mandarin. This frozen cocktail is perfect for getting your guests in the holiday spirit.
Ingredients :
- 300 ml of champagne (or prosecco)
- 100 ml freshly squeezed tangerine juice
- 1 tablespoon of agave syrup
Instructions :
- Mix the champagne, tangerine juice and syrup in a bowl until the sugar is dissolved.
- Pour the mixture into the Ninja Creami jar and freeze for 24 hours.
- Use the “Granité” mode to obtain a light, icy texture.
- Serve in champagne flutes and garnish with tangerine zest or a mint leaf for an elegant touch.
Tip: For a non-alcoholic version, replace the champagne with slightly sweetened sparkling water.
Frozen dessert: Dark chocolate ice cream and salted butter caramel
For dessert, this dark chocolate ice cream salted butter caramel coulis is a delicious and festive option. The richness of the chocolate pairs wonderfully with the caramel, providing a sweet and comforting finish to your Christmas menu.
Ingredients :
- 300 ml of vegetable milk
- 2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder
- 2 tablespoons of salted butter caramel (vegan if desired)
Instructions :
- Mix the coconut milk, caramel and cocoa in a bowl until you obtain a homogeneous consistency.
- Pour the mixture into the Ninja Creami jar and freeze for 24 hours.
- After freezing, use the “Ice” mode to obtain a creamy texture.
- Serve the ice cream with a few pieces of dark chocolate or toasted hazelnuts for even more deliciousness.
Tip: For an even more festive version, you can add pieces of speculoos or crumbled Christmas cookies on the ice cream.
Conclusion
This frozen menu prepared with Ninja Creami is a unique way to bring freshness and elegance to your festive meals. With a light starter like cucumber sorbet , a champagne granita for an aperitif, and a chocolate-caramel ice cream for dessert, your guests will be won over by this mixture of festive and frozen flavors. Thanks to the simplicity of Ninja Creami, these dishes are easy to make and promise to make your Christmas meal unforgettable. So, are you ready to impress your guests with a 100% frozen menu?
