If you love Mint Oreos and homemade ice cream, this one’s going to be your new obsession. It’s creamy, minty, and ridiculously easy thanks to the Ninja Creami.
I wanted a mint Oreo ice cream that didn’t taste fake. No pudding mix, no weird gums.
This recipe actually builds off my go-to Ninja Creami vanilla base—half & half, cottage cheese, and sweetened condensed milk. I’ve used it for everything from fruit swirls to cookie-loaded flavors, and it just works. Turns out, it makes the creamiest, most reliable base without anything weird.
Even better? My kids now ask for this instead of store-bought. And if you're into plant-based desserts, you can totally swap it out for a vegan Oreo version using coconut cream and oat milk.
And let’s be honest, this one’s just as much for me.
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Why This Mint Oreo Creami Slaps (In a Good Way)
- No gums or pudding mix—just real, simple ingredients
- Cookie chunks in every bite (hello, Oreos!)
- The mint isn’t toothpaste-y. I promise!
- Freezer to spoon in 24 hours
- Great for kids, adults, and anyone who loves dessert
Let’s Talk Ingredients
This is just an overview—jump down to the full recipe card for exact amounts and detailed instructions!
- Mint Chocolate Chip Flavor Oil – We used LorAnn’s version. Go easy—this stuff is strong!
- Half & Half – Our creamy, no-fuss ice cream base
- Cottage Cheese – Adds richness and protein, no weird taste
- Sweetened Condensed Milk – For that perfect sweetness
- Vanilla Bean Extract – Adds depth and that real-ice-cream flavor
Swap It or Add It!
- No half & half? Mix equal parts heavy cream + whole milk
- No cottage cheese? Try Greek yogurt
- Want it vegan? Use coconut cream + oat milk
How to Make It
Start by tossing all your ingredients into a blender or food processor and blend until smooth—nothing fancy, just a good blend. Pour that mix into your Ninja Creami pint container and pop it in the freezer, making sure it’s on a flat surface so it freezes evenly.
After 24 hours, it’s time to spin: use the "Ice Cream" setting on your Ninja Creami. If it comes out a little crumbly (totally normal!), just add a splash of milk and hit the respin button.
Once it’s looking nice and creamy, you can mix in some crushed Oreos if you haven’t already, scoop it up, and enjoy. That’s it—no drama, just good ice cream.
🍒Fun Mix-Ins and Topping Ideas
- Crushed Oreos — Classic and crunchy 🍼
- Chopped Andes Mints — Extra mint, melty goodness 🌿
- Mini Choco Chips — Chocolate in every bite 🍫
- Brownie Bits — Fudge factor 🍰
- Peppermint Candies — Festive crunch 🎄
👪Serving Size
This recipe is for the Ninja Creami Deluxe—it makes enough for 4 decent-sized scoops (or two monster-sized ones).
🌀Tools You’ll Want
- 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.
Creami Pro Tips
- Too crumbly? Add 1–2 tablespoon milk and respin
- Taste test before freezing. Flavors get duller when cold
- Flatten leftovers before refreezing. It protects the blade when you respin
- Mix-ins get pulverized in re-spin. Add more if needed after
- Microwave hack. 10-15 seconds on defrost can soften leftovers if you don’t want to respin
🤔 Your Questions, Answered!
Sure! Use Greek yogurt or cream cheese.
Yep, but freeze in two separate pints.
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Ninja Creami Mint Cookies & Cream Ice Cream
Equipment
- 1 Ninja Creami Deluxe
- 24 ounce Ninja Creami Pint Container
- 1 Blender
Ingredients
- 2 cups Half and Half
- ½ cup Cottage Cheese
- ½ cup Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla Bean Extract
- ¼ teaspoon Mint chocolate chip flavor I used Lorann Oils Mint Chocolate Chip add more if you want
- Crushed oreo cookies add more if you want
Instructions
- Blend: Add all the ingredients to a blender or food processor and blend until smooth.
- Freeze: Pour the mixture into a Ninja Creami pint container. Freeze for 24 hours on a level surface.
- Spin: Remove the lid and spin using the "Ice Cream" mode on your Ninja Creami.
- Respin (if needed): If the texture is crumbly, add 1–2 tablespoons of milk and hit the "Respin" button.
- Add mix-ins: If you didn’t already mix in crushed Oreos, now’s a great time. Fold them in and enjoy!
Notes
- Too crumbly? Add 1–2 tablespoon milk and respin
- Taste test before freezing. Flavors get duller when cold
- Mix-ins get pulverized in re-spin. Add more if needed after
- Microwave hack. 10-15 seconds on defrost can soften leftovers if you don’t want to respin
Rose says
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