The Ninja Creami Strawberry Acai Refresher is a vibrant, fruity drink made with fresh strawberries, açai powder, and a hint of sweetness. Blended together for a refreshing and healthy treat, it’s the perfect way to cool off on warm days. Using your Ninja Creami, you can easily whip up this flavorful, tropical refresher in minutes!
Craving a refreshing and vibrant treat? The Ninja Creami Strawberry Acai Refresher is the perfect way to cool off and indulge in a deliciously fruity drink.
With just a few simple ingredients, this easy recipe blends the tangy sweetness of strawberries and acai into a creamy, smoothie-like refresher that’s perfect for any time of day! Let’s dive into this tasty and healthy treat.
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Why You Will Love This Recipe!
- Refreshing and Flavorful: The combination of strawberries and acai creates a sweet and tangy flavor that’s perfect for a cool, energizing drink.
- Quick and Easy: With just a few simple ingredients, this Ninja Creami recipe is easy to make, perfect for when you’re craving something refreshing.
- Customizable: Adjust the sweetness and texture to your liking by adding more fruit, honey, or even a splash of coconut water for extra flavor.
- Perfect for Any Occasion: Whether you’re relaxing at home or serving guests, this vibrant refresher is an impressive and crowd-pleasing drink!
Ingredients Needed
- Fresh strawberries: Cleaned and hulled for a fresh, sweet flavor.
- Açai powder: Provides a rich, antioxidant-packed base for the refresher.
- Lemon: Juiced for a zesty, refreshing citrus kick.
- Maple syrup or agave: Sweetener of choice, add more to taste.
- Water: Divided for blending and achieving the desired consistency.
How To Make Ninja Creami Strawberry Acai Refresher Recipe
Prepare the Ingredients: Start by cleaning and hulling the strawberries. Juice the lemon and measure out the açai powder, maple syrup (or agave), and water.
Blend the Ingredients: In a blender, combine the strawberries, açai powder, lemon juice, maple syrup (or agave), and 2 cups of water. Blend until smooth and fully combined.
Freeze the Mixture: Pour the blended mixture into the Ninja Creami pint. Place it in the freezer for at least 4 hours or overnight until fully frozen.
Process in the Ninja Creami: Once frozen, remove the pint from the freezer and place it in the Ninja Creami machine. Select the “Smoothie” or “Sorbet” function to process the mixture until it’s smooth and creamy.
Adjust Consistency: If the texture is too thick, add the remaining 1 cup of water and reprocess the mixture to reach your desired consistency.
Serve and Enjoy: Once processed, serve the refresher immediately in glasses. Garnish with extra fruit or mint if desired for added freshness.
Ninja Creami Strawberry Acai Refresher Recipe Tips
- Use Fresh, Ripe Strawberries: Fresh, ripe strawberries will enhance the flavor of your refresher, making it naturally sweeter and more vibrant.
- Adjust Sweetness: Depending on your preference, feel free to adjust the sweetness by adding more maple syrup or agave, or by using a different sweetener like honey.
- Freeze the Mixture Fully: Ensure the mixture is frozen completely before processing in the Ninja Creami for a smooth and creamy texture. It’s best to freeze overnight if possible.
- Add a Splash of Coconut Water: For extra hydration and a tropical twist, substitute some of the water with coconut water for a refreshing flavor.
- Experiment with Other Fruit: Swap in other berries, like blueberries or raspberries, for a unique twist or combine them with the strawberries for a mixed berry refresher.
- Blend Well Before Freezing: Make sure to blend the ingredients thoroughly before freezing to avoid any chunks, ensuring a smooth and creamy result when processed.
- Customize Consistency: If the refresher turns out too thick, simply add more water or coconut water and reprocess it to achieve your desired consistency.
Storing
Store any leftover Ninja Creami Strawberry Acai Refresher in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 days. Before serving, let it thaw slightly and process again in the Ninja Creami for a smooth, creamy texture.
Ninja Creami Strawberry Acai Refresher Recipe Faqs
Can I make this refresher without açai powder? Yes! While the açai powder adds a unique flavor and health benefits, you can omit it or substitute it with other superfood powders like acai puree or smoothie packs.
How do I adjust the sweetness? If you prefer a sweeter refresher, you can add more maple syrup, agave, or your preferred sweetener to taste. Start with small amounts and blend to check the sweetness.
Can I make this ahead of time? Yes, you can make the refresher ahead of time and store it in the freezer. Just be sure to reprocess it in the Ninja Creami after thawing for the best texture.
What other fruits can I add? Feel free to get creative! Adding other fruits like blueberries, mango, or pineapple will give your refresher an exciting new flavor twist while keeping it refreshing and nutritious.
Can I add protein or greens to this refresher? Absolutely! You can add a scoop of protein powder, spinach, kale, or other greens to boost the nutritional content without altering the flavor too much.
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Ninja Creami Strawberry Acai Refresher Recipe
Description
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, cleaned and hulled
- 2 tsp açai powder
- 1 lemon, juiced
- ¼ cup maple syrup, or agave, adjust to taste
- 3 cups water, divided
Instructions
- Clean and hull the strawberries, then juice the lemon. Measure out the açai powder, maple syrup (or agave), and water.
- In a blender, combine the strawberries, açai powder, lemon juice, maple syrup (or agave), and 2 cups of water. Blend until smooth.
- Pour the blended mixture into the Ninja Creami pint. Place it in the freezer for at least 4 hours or overnight until fully frozen.
- Once frozen, remove the pint from the freezer and place it in the Ninja Creami machine. Select the “Smoothie” or “Sorbet” function to process the mixture until it’s creamy and smooth.
- If the mixture is too thick, add the remaining 1 cup of water and reprocess the mixture to achieve your desired consistency.
- Once processed, serve the refresher immediately in glasses. Garnish with extra fruit or mint for added freshness. Enjoy!
Equipment
- Ninja Creami Ice Cream Machine
- Ninja Creami Pint Container
- Ninja Creami Pint Container Lid
Nutrition
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