Ninja Creami Salted Caramel Gelato Recipe

This Ninja Creami Salted Caramel Gelato is rich, smooth, and loaded with that perfect sweet-and-salty balance. It’s an easy homemade frozen treat that tastes like it came straight from a fancy scoop shop—no long lines required.

If you love that sweet-and-salty combo that makes you go back for “just one more bite,” this Ninja Creami Salted Caramel Gelato is about to be your new obsession.

It’s rich, ultra-creamy, and packed with deep caramel flavor with just the right hit of salt to keep it from being overly sweet.

The best part? You can make it at home with simple ingredients and let your Ninja Creami do the heavy lifting.

Why You Will Love This Recipe!

• Sweet meets salty perfection: The rich caramel flavor balanced with a touch of salt keeps every bite interesting (and dangerously addictive).
• Ultra creamy texture: The Ninja Creami gives you that smooth, scoop-shop gelato feel without leaving your kitchen.
• Simple ingredients: No complicated steps or hard-to-find items—just pantry basics turned into something special.
• Customizable: Add chocolate chips, swirl in extra caramel, or toss in toffee bits if you’re feeling bold.

Ingredients Needed

• Whole milk: For creamy, smooth gelato base
• Heavy cream: For rich and velvety texture
• Dry vanilla ice cream mix: For structure
• Granulated sugar: To sweeten and balance flavors
• Caramel sauce: For deep buttery sweetness
• Sea salt: To enhance sweet caramel flavor
• Vanilla extract: For warm, extra depth of flavor

How To Make Ninja Creami Salted Caramel Gelato Recipe

Step One: In a bowl or directly in the pint container, whisk together the milk, heavy cream, dry vanilla ice cream mix, sugar, caramel sauce, sea salt, and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined. Make sure the sugar has completely dissolved.

Step Two: Secure the lid on the pint container and freeze the mixture for a full 24 hours until solid.

Step Three: Remove the frozen pint from the freezer, take off the lid, and place it into the Ninja Creami. Select the Gelato setting and process until smooth and creamy.

Step Four: Give it a taste. Want more salted caramel punch? Swirl in extra caramel sauce and respin if needed.

Step Five: Enjoy right away for a soft, scoopable texture, or pop it back in the freezer if you prefer it firmer.

Ninja Creami Salted Caramel Gelato Recipe Tips

• Freeze it flat: Place the pint on a level surface in your freezer. If it freezes at an angle, it can spin unevenly and leave crumbly edges.
• Don’t rush the freeze time: It needs the full 24 hours. If the center isn’t completely solid, the texture won’t come out right.
• Scrape down the sides if needed: After the first spin, if the edges look dry or powdery, use a spoon to smooth everything down and hit the “Respin” button. That usually fixes it.
• Want it richer? Add a splash more cream: More cream equals creamier texture. If you prefer ultra-dense gelato, slightly reduce the milk and bump up the cream.
• Boost the caramel flavor: Use a high-quality caramel sauce or homemade. A pinch more sea salt right after spinning makes the caramel pop.
• Mix-ins go in after spinning: If you’re adding toffee bits, chocolate chunks, or extra caramel swirls, use the Mix-In setting after the gelato is smooth.
• Too hard to scoop? Let it sit: If you refreeze it, give it 5–10 minutes on the counter before serving. Gelato softens faster than regular ice cream.

Storing Instructions

• Freeze in the original pint: Keep the gelato stored in the Ninja Creami pint container with the lid tightly sealed. This helps prevent freezer burn and keeps it from absorbing freezer odors (because nobody wants garlic-flavored gelato).
• Smooth the top before freezing: After serving, use a spoon or spatula to level the surface. A flat top freezes more evenly and spins better later.
• Store up to 1–2 weeks for best texture: It’ll technically last longer, but the texture is best within the first couple of weeks.
• If it freezes rock solid: Let it sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes, then run the Respin function if needed to bring back that creamy texture.
• Avoid repeated thawing and refreezing: That’s how you end up with icy gelato instead of smooth, scoopable goodness.

Ninja Creami Salted Caramel Gelato Recipe Faqs

Can I make this gelato without a Ninja Creami? You can freeze the mixture in a regular container and stir every 30-60 minutes to mimic a soft gelato texture, but the Ninja Creami gives the smoothest, scoop-shop consistency.

How long should I freeze the pint before churning? Freeze for a full 24 hours on a level surface for best results. Incomplete freezing can lead to crumbly or icy gelato.

Can I use a lighter milk or cream? Yes, 2% milk works fine, and you can slightly reduce cream, though whole milk and heavy cream give the creamiest texture.

Can I add mix-ins like chocolate or toffee? Absolutely! Use the Mix-In function after the first spin to fold in chunks without breaking the smooth gelato.

How can I make it more caramel-forward? Swirl in extra caramel sauce after churning and sprinkle a pinch of sea salt to enhance the flavor.

How long can I store the gelato? For best texture and flavor, enjoy within 1-2 weeks. Keep tightly sealed in the original pint to prevent freezer burn.

My gelato is too hard, what should I do? Let it sit at room temperature for 5-10 minutes, then use the Respin function to restore smooth, scoopable gelato.

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