Sweet, creamy, and with a spicy kick—this Hot Honey Ice Cream made in the Ninja Creami is the ultimate sweet-heat treat! With just the right balance of rich dairy and a drizzle of spicy honey, this easy recipe will keep you coming back for more.
I blame Trader Joe’s for always having new items that make me curious!
I first saw a bottle of Mike’s Hot Honey at Costco and thought it might be great for my tea—but the bottle was huge!
I grabbed Trader Joe’s Hot Honey for a holiday brie recipe, then used it for avocado toast and dipping sauces. And since I turn almost everything in my kitchen into ice cream, here I am with my latest creation!
Inspired by Cold Stone and Van Leeuwen, I present Hot Honey Ice Cream—perfect for Valentine’s Day because, let’s be real, love should be sweet but with a little heat! 🔥❤️
Jump to:
- Why You'll Love This?
- What is Hot Honey Ice Cream?
- Ingredients You'll Need
- Substitution and Additions
- How to Make Hot Honey Ice Cream?
- 🍒Fun Mix-Ins and Topping Ideas
- 🌟Flavor Variations to Try
- 🥄What Goes Well with Hot Honey Ice Cream?
- How to Store Leftovers
- 👪Serving Size
- 🌀Tools You’ll Need
- Tips for Success
- FAQ: Your Ice Cream Questions Answered
- Related Recipes
- Ninja Creami Hot Honey Ice Cream Recipe
Why You'll Love This?
- Sweet and Spicy Combo – The hot honey gives a perfect kick!
- Ultra Creamy Texture – Thanks to the Ninja CREAMi, every bite is smooth.
- Easy to Make – Blend, freeze, spin, and enjoy!
- Unique & Exciting Flavor – Not your basic vanilla or chocolate.
- Perfect for Valentine’s Day – Sweet, spicy, and fun—just like love!
What is Hot Honey Ice Cream?
Hot honey ice cream is sweet, creamy, and slightly spicy.
The base is smooth and rich, with hot honey adding warmth.
It’s the perfect mix of dessert and adventure!
Each bite is unexpected yet addictive, making you want more.
Ingredients You'll Need
For this recipe, I use:
- Half-and-Half – Makes the ice cream rich and creamy.
- Hot Honey – Adds sweet heat and caramelized depth. I used Trader Joe's Spicy Honey Sauce
- 2% Milkfat Cottage Cheese – Gives a protein boost and smooth texture.
- Vanilla Extract or Vanilla Bean Paste – Enhances the overall flavor.
- Salt – Balances the sweetness and enhances flavors.
See recipe card for quantities.
Substitution and Additions
- Swap Cottage Cheese for Greek Yogurt – Similar protein boost, different tangy flavor.
- Use Heavy Cream Instead of Half-and-Half – For an extra rich texture.
- Add a Dash of Cinnamon – Enhances the warmth of the hot honey.
- Substitute Hot Honey with Maple Syrup & Chili Flakes – A DIY spicy-sweet twist.
How to Make Hot Honey Ice Cream?
- Blend the ingredients: In a blender, combine half-and-half, hot honey, cottage cheese, vanilla, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Freeze: Pour the mixture into a Ninja CREAMi pint container. Freeze for 12-24 hours.
- Spin in Ninja CREAMi: Insert the pint into the Ninja CREAMi Deluxe and select the “Ice Cream” setting.
- Re-spin if needed: If the texture is crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoon of milk and re-spin until creamy.
- Enjoy! Serve plain or with fun toppings!
🍒Fun Mix-Ins and Topping Ideas
- Crushed Red Pepper Flakes – Amp up the heat!
- Candied Pecans – A crunchy, caramelized topping.
- Dark Chocolate Chunks – Sweet and slightly bitter contrast.
- Sea Salt Flakes – Enhances the hot honey flavor.
- Chili Powder Dusting – For a smoky depth of spice.
- Crushed Biscotti – Adds crunch and complements the honey.
- Caramel Drizzle – Extra indulgence!
🌟Flavor Variations to Try
- Honey Lavender – Add dried lavender for a floral touch.
- Chili Chocolate Honey – Mix in cocoa powder and extra chili.
- Hot Honey & Cinnamon Swirl – Swirl in cinnamon sugar.
- Spicy Peanut Butter Honey – Add peanut butter for a nutty kick.
- Maple Hot Honey – Replace honey with maple syrup.
- Lemon Honey Spice – Add a touch of lemon zest.
- Chai Honey – Infuse with chai spices like cardamom and cloves.
- Hot Honey Espresso – A coffee-infused twist!
🥄What Goes Well with Hot Honey Ice Cream?
- Warm Apple Pie – A spicy-sweet contrast.
- Fried Chicken – Southern-style sweet heat pairing.
- Grilled Peaches – Smoky and caramelized goodness.
- Buttermilk Waffles – Perfect sweet-savory breakfast treat.
- Dark Chocolate Brownies – Deep, rich flavors complement the spice.
- Spicy Candied Bacon – Sweet, smoky, and slightly salty.
- Chili-Spiced Nuts – Extra crunch and heat.
- Vanilla Bean Shortbread Cookies – Buttery balance to the spice.
How to Store Leftovers
Store in a Ninja CREAMi pint container and freeze.
Tip: Flatten the top so when you re-spin, the Ninja CREAMi blade won’t get damaged. Re-spin as needed before serving.
👪Serving Size
This recipe makes 4 servings using the Ninja CREAMi Deluxe.
🌀Tools You’ll Need
- Blender: For blending the ingredients before freezing.
- Ninja CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream & Frozen Treat Maker: The key to a perfect texture.
- Ninja Creami Pint Container: For easy freezing and storage.
Tips for Success
- If too crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoon of milk and re-spin.
- Use high-quality hot honey for the best flavor.
- Let the pint sit at room temp for 5 minutes before spinning.
FAQ: Your Ice Cream Questions Answered
Yes! It adds a sweet heat that makes every bite exciting.
Overheating honey can destroy beneficial enzymes and alter flavor.
Everything from pizza to fried chicken, biscuits, and even salads!
It’s popular in Southern cuisine, but it’s now loved worldwide!
Stored in an airtight container at room temperature, it lasts months!
Related Recipes
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Ninja Creami Hot Honey Ice Cream Recipe
Equipment
- 1 Ninja Creami Deluxe Ice Cream maker
- 24 oz Ninja Creami Container Pint
- 1 Blender
Ingredients
- 2 cup Half-and-Half
- ¼ cup Hot Honey
- ½ cup Cottage Cheese
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract or vanilla bean paste
- Pinch Salt
Instructions
- Blend the ingredients: In a blender, combine half-and-half, hot honey, cottage cheese, vanilla, and salt. Blend until smooth.
- Freeze: Pour the mixture into a Ninja CREAMi pint container. Freeze for 12-24 hours.
- Spin in Ninja CREAMi: Insert the pint into the Ninja CREAMi Deluxe and select the “Ice Cream” setting.
- Re-spin if needed: If the texture is crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoon of milk and re-spin until creamy.
- Enjoy! Serve plain or with fun toppings!
Notes
- If too crumbly, add 1-2 tablespoon of milk and re-spin.
- Use high-quality hot honey for the best flavor.
- Let the pint sit at room temp for 5 minutes before spinning.
Rose says
Sweet, spicy, and totally addictive! The hot honey adds such a fun kick, and it’s a unique flavor combo I’ll definitely make again. I hope you all enjoy it just as much. Let me know if you try it!