¾cuphalf and half(equal parts milk and heavy cream)
½cupsweetened condensed milk
½cupcottage cheese
¾cuppumpkin puree
2tablespoonbrown sugar or allulose
2teaspooninstant espresso instant coffee mix
1teaspoonpumpkin spice
1teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Blend the base: Add half & half, sweetened condensed milk, cottage cheese, pumpkin purée, brown sugar (or allulose), espresso powder, pumpkin spice, and vanilla extract to a blender. Blend on high until completely smooth and creamy — no lumps or grainy bits.
Freeze the pint: Pour the mixture into a Ninja Creami pint, stopping just below the max fill line. Freeze flat for at least 24 hours.
Spin the base: Remove the pint from the freezer, take off the lid, and install it into your Ninja Creami bowl assembly. Select the Ice Cream function and let it run through the full cycle.
Check texture: If it looks crumbly after the first spin, press Respin until smooth and creamy. You can add a splash of half & half before respinning for extra creaminess.
Add mix-ins (optional): Once you’ve hit your ideal texture, add any mix-ins — like crushed gingersnaps, caramel bits, or toasted pecans — and run the Mix-In cycle.
Serve & enjoy: Scoop it right away for soft-serve texture or refreeze for 30 minutes if you prefer it firmer.
Notes
Freeze flat: Always freeze your pint on a level surface for an even texture.
Label it: Write the flavor and freeze date on the lid with a Sharpie.
Sweetness matters: Sugar (or allulose) keeps the ice cream soft and scoopable — don’t skip it completely.
Shortcut fix: If it’s icy after refreezing, respin with a tablespoon of milk or half & half to bring back the creaminess.
Dairy-free option: Use full-fat coconut milk and a splash of maple syrup for a creamy, plant-based version.
Notes:
Using allulose or monk fruit instead of brown sugar can reduce calories by about 20–25 per serving.