Blue Moon ice cream is one of those flavors that sparks instant debate. Is it almond? Fruity Pebbles? Bubblegum? Marshmallow? Ask ten people and you'll get ten different answers. That mystery is exactly what makes it so fun.
This bright blue scoop started as a Midwest ice cream shop legend, but now you can make it at home in your Ninja Creami.
I've tested this recipe more times than I can count, tweaking the extracts until it hit that sweet spot of fruity-almondy-marshmallowy goodness. My version combines almond extract, marshmallow cream, and vanilla for a flavor that finally solves the mystery (or at least my version of it).
The best part? No pudding mix, no gums, no weird ingredients.
If you love fun, colorful ice cream flavors, you'll also want to try my Bubble Gum Ice Cream and Cotton Candy Ice Cream. They're all kid-approved, ridiculously creamy, and guaranteed to spark some nostalgia.
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- Why You’ll Be Obsessed With This Ice Cream
- So… What Is Blue Moon Ice Cream Flavor?
- 🛒Ingredients You'll Need
- Let’s Make It!
- 🍒Fun Mix-Ins and Topping Ideas
- 👪Serving Size
- 🌀Tools You’ll Need
- Quick Tips
- Recipe FAQs
- More Unique Flavors
- More Playful Ice Cream Flavors
- Did you try this recipe?
- Ninja Creami Blue Moon Ice Cream
Why You’ll Be Obsessed With This Ice Cream
- That iconic blue color - Bright, bold, and instantly recognizable.
- The mystery flavor everyone debates - Fruity? Almondy? Marshmallowy? Yes to all.
- Cottage cheese base - Blends completely smooth and adds protein (you won't taste it!).
- No pudding mix or gums- Just real, simple ingredients you can pronounce.
- Fun to customize - Add sprinkles, Fruity Pebbles, or mini marshmallows.
So… What Is Blue Moon Ice Cream Flavor?
Nobody really knows, and that’s the fun part. It’s like a flavor mystery you eat with a spoon.
Some taste bubblegum. Others swear it’s almond or marshmallow. Honestly, it might be all of them—or none of them.
My version tastes like childhood… with a glow-up.
🛒Ingredients You'll Need
This is just an overview—jump down to the full recipe card for exact amounts and detailed instructions!
- Half and Half – This gives the base a smooth, creamy texture
- Cottage Cheese – Trust me, it blends smooth and adds rich creaminess
- Sugar – Just enough for balanced sweetness
- Blue & Green Food Coloring – That iconic Blue Moon look!
- Almond Extract – For that subtle, nutty note
- Marshmallow Cream – Adds sweetness and a fluffy vibe
- Vanilla Extract – Rounds everything out beautifully
Substitution or Addition
- No half and half? Use equal parts whole milk and heavy cream
- Wants something better than sugar? Try sweetened condensed milk
- No cottage cheese? Greek yogurt works but won’t be as creamy
Let’s Make It!
- Blend it all – Add everything to a blender until totally smooth. Pour into a Ninja Creami pint and freeze flat for 24 hours
- Spin it up – Use the “Ice Cream” mode. If crumbly, add a splash of milk and spin again.
- Scoop & serve – Enjoy that dreamy, mysterious flavor!
🍒Fun Mix-Ins and Topping Ideas
- Crushed Oreos – Gives it a cookies-and-cream-meets-space vibe
- Mini marshmallows – Extra fluff and fun with every bite
- Cotton candy bits – For that real fairground flavor
- White chocolate chunks – Adds richness without overpowering
- Rainbow sprinkles – Because life is better with sprinkles
👪Serving Size
This recipe is made for the Ninja Creami Deluxe, so you’ll get about 4 small servings out of one batch. Just enough for the fam—or all for you. No judgment.
🌀Tools You’ll Need
- Blender: Makes mixing ingredients effortless.
- Ninja CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream & Frozen Treat Maker: The star of the show, perfect for creating creamy, smooth ice cream.
- Ninja Creami Pint Container: The pint container is essential for freezing and churning your ice cream mix.
Quick Tips
- If crumbly, add 1–2 tablespoon milk and respin
- Taste your base before freezing—go slightly sweeter/aromatic
- For leftovers: respin, thaw, or microwave gently
- Added mix-ins? Know they’ll likely get chopped up again on respin
Recipe FAQs
Not at all—it’s just for fun. The flavor works with or without the color!
Blue Moon originated in the Midwest, particularly popular in Wisconsin, Michigan, and the Great Lakes region. It's been an ice cream parlor staple there since the mid-1900s. The exact recipe has always been a trade secret, which is why there are so many different versions and flavor debates.
Purely for fun! The blue color doesn't affect the flavor at all. It's just food coloring that gives it that iconic, eye-catching look. You can skip the coloring entirely and still get the same great taste, just without the Smurf-blue appearance.
Adding a tiny bit of green to the blue creates a more vibrant, true "Blue Moon" shade. Without it, the ice cream can look more purple-ish. But it's totally optional. Use just blue if that's what you have, or skip the coloring altogether.
Yes! Many Blue Moon recipes use raspberry and lemon extracts for a more fruity flavor profile. If you want to try that version, use ½ teaspoon raspberry extract and ¼ teaspoon lemon extract in place of the almond. Both versions are delicious but taste quite different.
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Thank you! - Rose
Ninja Creami Blue Moon Ice Cream
Equipment
- 1 Ninja Creami Deluxe
- 1 Ninja Creami Container Pint
- 1 Blender
Ingredients
- 2 cups half and half
- ½ cup cottage cheese
- ¼ cup white sugar
- 3 teaspoon almond extract
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 teaspoon marshmallow extract
- green and blue color
Instructions
- Blend it all – Add everything to a blender until totally smooth
- Freeze it right – Pour into a Ninja Creami pint and freeze flat for 24 hours
- Spin it up – Use the “ice cream” mode
- Respin if needed – If crumbly, add a splash of milk and spin again
- Scoop & serve – Enjoy that dreamy, mysterious flavor!
Rose Sioson says
This Blue Moon Ice Cream recipe is a new favorite and I’m so excited to share it with you. I hope you enjoy it just as much as we do! Let me know in the comments if you give it a try—or if you cracked the mystery flavor!