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Why My Ninja CREAMi Might Be My New Best Friend (Sorry, Karen)

Catherine McDiarmid-Watt | Saturday, March 22, 2025 | 483 comments

Image: Ninja CREAMi, Ice Cream Maker, 5 One-Touch Programs

You know that moment where you want ice cream, but you also want to know what’s in it—and maybe not have to put on real pants to go out and get it? Enter: the Ninja CREAMi.

I will say this upfront: I didn’t expect to become obsessed with a countertop ice cream maker. But here we are. Me, late at night, scooping peanut butter fudge swirl like a mad scientist who just cracked the code to happiness.

And the best part? I didn’t even have to churn anything, freeze weird bowls, or Google what "soft-serve consistency" is supposed to feel like. I pressed a button, walked away, came back, and boom: dessert.

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🍦 So, What *Is* the Ninja CREAMi?

It’s not just an ice cream maker. It’s a frozen treat wizard. You toss your base (think yogurt, fruit, cream, protein shake, whatever) into the container, freeze it for 24 hours, then pop it into the machine and hit one of five one-touch programs: Ice Cream, Sorbet, Gelato, Milkshake, or Lite Ice Cream.

You know how some gadgets say “one-touch” but require seventeen steps and a user manual thicker than a toddler? This actually is one-touch. No drama. Just dessert.

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🧁 Objection #1: “Do I Really Need Another Appliance?

Okay, fair. If your kitchen cabinets are already playing Tetris with your waffle iron and Instant Pot, I get it. But this one earns its counter space. Why?

Because it actually gets used. Often. Like “every other night because I can customize my treat and still call it healthy” often. Plus, it’s not just for ice cream. I’ve made frozen Greek yogurt with honey, smoothie bowls that could rival any $14 café version and even dairy-free sorbet for my lactose-intolerant cousin who lives in a constant state of dessert FOMO.

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💡 Real-Life Mom Use Case:  

I used a leftover chocolate protein shake and a scoop of peanut butter to make a post-gym "ice cream" that my kids tried to steal from me. My youngest called it “ninja pudding” and honestly, I didn’t correct her. It felt right.

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🍓 Variety? Oh, Yes.

Here’s what I’ve whipped up in my Ninja CREAMi so far:

- Strawberry-banana sorbet with a splash of lime juice (summer in a bowl)  

- Chocolate avocado gelato (don’t knock it until you freeze it)  

- Oat milk vanilla with crushed Oreos (hello, dairy-free cookies & cream)  

- Chai-spiced “lite” ice cream with almond milk (my fall obsession)  

- Birthday cake milkshake with sprinkles (because I’m the adult and I said so)


Basically, if you can blend it and freeze it, you can CREAMi it.

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🙋‍♀️ Objection #2: “Is It Complicated?

Nope. Unless you consider “pour, freeze, push a button” complicated. You do need to freeze the mixture for 24 hours before spinning, but once you get into the rhythm, it’s super easy to plan ahead. Think of it as your future self saying, “Hey, tomorrow deserves a treat.

Also: cleanup? Totally manageable. The containers are dishwasher safe, and the machine doesn’t explode frozen dairy all over your counter. Win.

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🔁 Trust Factor: It’s Not Just Hype

You know when something gets viral-level popular and you're not sure if it’s real or just influencer smoke and mirrors? The Ninja CREAMi lives up to the hype. It’s one of those rare products that makes you feel like you're winning at adulting.

I’ve had zero buyer’s remorse and plenty of frozen joy.

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🥄 Final Scoop

The Ninja CREAMi is like the cool friend who always brings dessert, never asks you to share, and doesn’t judge your late-night cravings. Whether you’re going full indulgent chocolate overload or trying to stick to your Whole30-meets-sanity plan, it’s got your back.

It’s fun. It’s customizable. It’s easy. And best of all? It makes ice cream that tastes like you made it — because you did.


Highly recommend for:

- Moms tired of sneaking bites of freezer-burned “diet” pints  

- Women who want options without additives or mystery ingredients  

- Anyone who wants to turn Tuesday into Sundae  


So yeah. Karen might still be my best friend. But the Ninja CREAMi is definitely in my top five.


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About Catherine: I have been writing frugal tips since 1982, when I was a young divorced mom of two - for my baby product company, Born to Love. I am now mom to three sons, who are all grown up - and re-married to a wonderful man. We have rescued two little dogs, Denny and Dexter - and Bella, the cat.

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483 comments

  1. janetfaye says:

    I would love to use this when I am at my son's house.

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  5. Unknown says:

    I would love to beable to sit outside on the porch and pick up the internet.

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  7. The Airport!
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  8. chazvgo says:

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  10. Mishia says:

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  20. Unknown says:

    I travel alot so this would be really helpful. Ill be crossing my fingers!
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  26. intensev5 says:

    I would love to connect to the internet at the lake to check my email:)

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  28. lilyk says:

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    This item would come in very handy on a road trip or at the cottage.

  33. Angela says:

    While we have wifi in the break room at work, I usually don't take my break in there. To connect in the room I do take my break in, I have to sit on the floor near the door and hope the sunspots are just right....

  34. Ginny says:

    I would love to connect at my oldest dd's dance studio. My youngest dd's studio has wi-fi but not the new one & it gets boring waiting!

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  37. Chris says:

    I would love to be able to connect all the time sitting on my couch

  38. slehan says:

    I get a low connect from my upstairs room and this would be great. Thanks for the contest.

  39. cherdon says:

    I would love to be able to use this when I take my granddaughter to the fair, marineland, beach, at the park, get togethers, gosh I could use it anywhere and everywhere. It would be soooooo awesome.


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  46. Dawn Reid says:

    I take my laptop with me just about everywhere I go. This would be great

  47. Betty C says:

    I'd love to use this when I drive into rural areas. I can't seem to find a decent connection anywhere.

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  51. Anonymous says:

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  59. dvice12 says:

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  62. yadgirl says:

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  63. I always have connection issues at the airport. I wonder if this would work there. I hate paying $20 for an hour of coverage! Gag!

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  72. Carol says:

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  73. pLaplante says:

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  74. Anonymous says:

    would love to have this for my husband while i spend time in the hospital

  75. Unknown says:

    I would love to be able to connect to the internet in my truck at work on my laptop. That would be awesome!

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