Ninja Creami Banana Cream Pie (Printable)
Creamy banana custard with vanilla and graham cracker swirls, churned for a smooth, indulgent dessert.
# What You'll Need:
→ Ice Cream Base
01 - 2 ripe bananas, mashed
02 - 1 cup whole milk
03 - 3/4 cup heavy cream
04 - 1/2 cup sweetened condensed milk
05 - 1/4 cup granulated sugar
06 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
07 - 1 pinch salt
→ Graham Cracker Swirl
08 - 1/2 cup graham cracker crumbs
09 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
10 - 1 tablespoon brown sugar
→ Optional Toppings
11 - Whipped cream, for serving
12 - Sliced bananas, for garnish
# Steps:
01 - Combine mashed bananas, whole milk, heavy cream, sweetened condensed milk, granulated sugar, vanilla extract, and salt in a blender. Blend until the mixture is completely smooth.
02 - Pour the blended mixture into the Ninja Creami pint container. Seal tightly and position upright in the freezer for at least 12 hours or overnight to ensure full freezing.
03 - Stir together graham cracker crumbs, melted unsalted butter, and brown sugar in a small bowl until the consistency resembles wet sand. Set aside until ready to use.
04 - Once frozen, insert the pint container into the Ninja Creami ice cream maker and process using the 'Ice Cream' function according to manufacturer instructions.
05 - After the first spin, create a 1-inch wide well in the center of the ice cream. Pour in the prepared graham cracker crumble.
06 - Reinsert the container and use the 'Mix-In' program to evenly distribute the crumble throughout the ice cream.
07 - Portion the finished ice cream into bowls and, if desired, garnish with whipped cream and sliced bananas. Serve immediately for best texture.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The luscious banana custard gets even silkier thanks to the blend of condensed milk and cream—no egg yolks to temper or fuss over.
- You get buttery graham cracker swirl in every bite, reminding you of childhood pies, but with far less effort than baking one.
02 -
- Trying to rush the freezing step always leads to icy, disappointing texture—it’s worth planning ahead by a day.
- Add the graham swirl only after the first spin; I learned the hard way it disappears if mixed in upfront.
03 -
- Room-temperature bananas blend more smoothly, so let them sit out of the fridge before starting.
- Never skip the pinch of salt—it’s the unsung hero that makes the other flavors pop.