Blue Moon Ice Cream Recipe

Introduction

Blue Moon Ice Cream is a fun and vibrant treat with a unique fruity flavor and a striking blue color. Perfect for a quick homemade dessert, this recipe uses simple ingredients and your Ninja Creami machine to create a creamy, dreamy ice cream in just 10 minutes of prep.

Ingredients

• 1½ cups milk
• ⅓ cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1 teaspoon raspberry extract
• ½ teaspoon lemon extract
• 15 drops blue food coloring

Instructions

1. Step 1: In your pint container, combine the milk, vanilla pudding mix, heavy cream, raspberry extract, lemon extract, and blue food coloring. Whisk everything together until well blended. Cover the pint and freeze for 24 hours to set.
2. Step 2: After freezing, use your Ninja Creami machine on the “Ice Cream” setting to process the mixture into smooth ice cream.
3. Step 3: Check the ice cream’s texture. If it feels chalky or not creamy enough, create a small hole in the center and add one tablespoon of water or milk. Then, use the “re-spin” function on your machine.
4. Step 4: Repeat the re-spin process and liquid addition as needed until the ice cream reaches your desired creamy consistency.
5. Step 5: Serve your Blue Moon Ice Cream with your favorite toppings like sprinkles, Fruity Pebbles cereal, or cherries for extra fun and flavor.

Tips & Variations

• For a richer flavor, substitute half of the milk with cream or whole milk.
• Add a splash of vanilla extract to enhance the pudding’s vanilla notes.
• Try swapping raspberry extract with other fruit extracts like blueberry or blackberry for a different twist.
• If you don’t have blue food coloring, use natural alternatives like butterfly pea flower powder for a vibrant color.

Storage

Store leftover ice cream in an airtight container in the freezer for up to one week. When ready to eat, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften before scooping. If the texture becomes too hard, pulse it again in the Ninja Creami using the “re-spin” function for a smoother consistency.

How to Serve

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I make this recipe without a Ninja Creami machine?

While this recipe is designed for the Ninja Creami to achieve a creamy texture quickly, you can try freezing the mixture and stirring it every 30 minutes to reduce ice crystals. However, the texture may be less smooth.

What if I don’t have instant vanilla pudding mix?

You can replace instant vanilla pudding mix with a homemade vanilla custard base or increase the heavy cream slightly, but the pudding mix helps thicken and stabilize the ice cream for the best texture.

Blue Moon Ice Cream Recipe

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Blue Moon Ice Cream is a fun and colorful homemade ice cream featuring a blend of vanilla, raspberry, and lemon flavors with a striking blue hue. Made effortlessly using a Ninja Creami machine, this recipe delivers a creamy, refreshing dessert perfect for any occasion.

• Author: Lara
• Prep Time: 10 minutes
• Cook Time: 24 hours (freezing)
• Total Time: 24 hours 10 minutes
• Yield: 2 servings 1x
• Category: Dessert
• Method: Instant Pot
• Cuisine: American

Ingredients

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Ingredients

• 1½ cups milk
• ⅓ cup heavy cream
• 2 tablespoons instant vanilla pudding mix
• 1 teaspoon raspberry extract
• ½ teaspoon lemon extract
• 15 drops blue food coloring

Instructions

1. Mix Ingredients: In your pint container, combine the milk, instant vanilla pudding mix, heavy cream, raspberry extract, lemon extract, and blue food coloring. Whisk thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and fully blended. Cover the pint container securely and freeze it for 24 hours.
2. Process in Ninja Creami: After freezing, use your Ninja Creami machine on the “Ice Cream” setting to process the mixture into creamy ice cream.
3. Check Texture: Remove the pint and check the ice cream’s texture. If it appears chalky or not creamy enough, make a hole in the center and add 1 tablespoon of water or milk.
4. Re-spin for Creaminess: Use the Ninja Creami’s “re-spin” function to improve the texture. Repeat this step as necessary until the ice cream reaches the desired creamy consistency.
5. Serve and Garnish: Serve your Blue Moon Ice Cream with optional toppings such as sprinkles, Fruity Pebbles cereal, or cherries to add extra flavor and color.

Notes

• Freezing the mixture for a full 24 hours is crucial to achieve the best texture when processing in the Ninja Creami.
• If you do not have a Ninja Creami, this recipe may not work as intended because the machine is designed to create a smooth texture from a frozen base.
• You can adjust the amount of blue food coloring for a lighter or more intense blue color depending on your preference.
• Adding a little milk or water during the re-spin helps break down any chalkiness and results in creamier ice cream.
• Experiment with different toppings to customize this ice cream for various seasonal or party themes.

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