You may tell yourself that with all these restrictions- lactose , vegan , gluten-free -ice cream must lose their taste or texture. But think again! With the Ninja Creami , you can prepare gourmet, creamy and totally adapted ice cream. No more compromises! Here are my tips and recipes for frozen desserts that will appeal to everyone, even to the most skeptical.
1. The basics that do everything
For an ice cream that is well holding well and that remains creamy despite the absence of dairy products, you have to choose the right base. The vegetable alternatives are perfect for that, and in addition, they each bring their personal touch.
My favorite bases:
- Coconut milk : creamy at will, perfect for creamy ice.
- Almond milk : light, ideal for fruity ice cream.
- Cashew milk : ultra soft and creamy, it's one of my darlings.
Personal tip: I love to use coconut milk for my chocolate or caramel ice cream. It gives a super rich texture, but while being lactose and gluten -free
2. Sweeten
When we talk about vegan and gluten -free ice creams, we often think of natural suits. To keep greedy without sacrificing quality, you can opt for alternatives such as maple syrup , agave syrup , or even dates for a sweet and natural taste.
Ingredients to test:
- Maple syrup : for a slightly caramelized sweetness.
- Coconut sugar : Perfect for adding a little caramel taste.
- Dates : naturally sweet, they also bring an interesting texture.
Gourmet tip: before freezing your mixture, always taste it! If it's good before freezing, it will be even more so transformed into ice.
3. A perfect mix for texture
The magic of the Ninja Creami is its ability to transform a plant base into a perfectly creamy ice. Once your mixture is well frozen, just go to the “gelato” or “sorbet” mode to get this texture that we love so much.
My bonus tip: if your ice comes out a little too firm, uses the Re-Spin to make it even smoother. In two mixing laps, you get a nickel texture!
4. Recipe ideas without lactose, vegan and gluten -free
With the Ninja Creami , you can really have fun with the flavors, while respecting these three criteria. Here are some simple and ultra good ideas to test:
- Chocolate-coco-chocolate ice : mixture of coconut milk with cocoa powder and a little maple syrup. The result? A rich and gourmet ice cream that everyone loves.
- Vanilla-Amande ice : with almond milk and vanilla extract, you get a soft and subtly sweet ice cream.
- Mango-passion sorbet : uses mangoes and passion fruit juice for a refreshing sorbet without lactose or gluten.
5. Customize with nice toppings
Once your ice cream is ready, you can add toppings that will not only embellish your dessert, but also give it crunch and even more flavors.
Gluten -free and vegan toppings ideas:
- Grilled pecan
- Lactose -free dark chocolate
- Grated coconut
- Red fruit coulis
My personal tip: adds a few pieces of gluten -free granola on your mirror for a crunchy and gourmet contrast. It works every time!
Conclusion
Make lactose -free , vegan , and gluten -free has never been easier with the Ninja Creami . With the right vegetable bases and a little creativity, you can create ice creams as gourmet as those found in stores, but adapted to all diets. Test these recipes and surprise your guests with frozen desserts that will not compromise on taste!
