Making a slushie in the Ninja Creami is an easy and refreshing way to enjoy your favorite flavors. Here's a simple recipe to get you started:
You do not need to buy a Ninja Slushie machine to make a slushie. All you need a Ninja Creami.

Slushies are just flavored water anyway so I took one of my favorite flavors of Gatorade which is Cherry and poured it into a pint.
You also got to check out Ninja Creami Lemon Sorbet and Ninja Creami Raspberry Sorbet
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Why You Will Like a Ninja Creami Slushie
Creating a slushie with the Ninja Creami is an excellent way to enjoy a cool, refreshing treat at home. Here are some reasons why you'll love making slushies with this versatile machine:
1. Customizable Flavors With the Ninja Creami, you can easily customize your slushie to match your taste preferences. Choose from a wide variety of beverages like Gatorade, fruit juice, or soda, and even mix them for a unique flavor combination.
2. Easy to Use The Ninja Creami makes the slushie-making process straightforward and hassle-free. Simply pour your chosen drink into a pint, freeze, and let the machine do the rest. In no time, you'll have a perfectly blended slushie ready to enjoy.
3. Healthier Options Making slushies at home allows you to control the ingredients, making it possible to create healthier versions. You can select beverages with less sugar or add fresh fruits for added nutrition and flavor, giving you a guilt-free treat.
4. Cost-Effective Instead of spending money on store-bought slushies, which can be pricey and less customizable, making slushies at home with the Ninja Creami is a cost-effective alternative. You'll save money while still enjoying a delicious, refreshing treat.
Ingredients Needed
- 1 cup of your favorite flavored beverage (e.g., Gatorade, fruit juice, or soda)
- Optional: 1 tablespoon of sugar (for added sweetness)
How to Make a Ninja Creami Slushie
- Prepare the Liquid Base: Pour 1 cup of your chosen flavored beverage into a mixing bowl. If you prefer a sweeter slushie, add 1 tablespoon of sugar and stir until it dissolves.
- Fill the Pint: Pour the liquid mixture into a Ninja Creami Pint. Make sure it doesn't exceed the max fill line.
- Freeze: Place the lid on the pint and freeze for about 6-8 hours or until the mixture is solid.
- Blend in the Ninja Creami: Once frozen, remove the pint from the freezer and attach it to the Ninja Creami Machine. Select the "Slushie" setting and let the machine do its magic.
- Serve: Once blended, scoop the slushie into a glass and serve immediately. Enjoy your refreshing homemade slushie!
Tips for the perfect Ninja Creami Slushie
- Experiment with Flavors: Try combining different beverages for unique flavor profiles.
- Add Fresh Fruit: Blend in some fresh fruit for added texture and taste.
- Adjust Sweetness: Tweak the sugar level to suit your taste preferences.
This simple slushie recipe will cool you down on a hot day and allow you to enjoy your Ninja Creami to the fullest!
Ninja Creami Frequently Asked Questions
No the manual that came with the Ninja Creami recommends that you do not use that. You need to blend it first so the machine lasts longer.
No, absolutely not! It depends on your fitness goals and the type of recipe you are looking.
Yes you sure can! Instead of regular milk use almond or oat milk.
No, My frozen yogurt was ready to be blended in the Ninja Creami after 6 hours.
Popular Ninja Creami Variations:
- Ninja Creami Vanilla Ice Cream - 1 tablespoon cream cheese, ⅓ cup sugar, ¾ cup heavy cream, 1 cup milk, 3-4 sandwich or Oreo cookies.
- Ninja Creami Frozen Yogurt - I blended mixed berries into this.
- Protein Ice Cream - 1 container of Chocolate or Vanilla Fair Life Protein Drink
- Chocolate Ice Cream - 1 tablespoon cream cheese, ⅓ cup sugar, ¾ cup heavy cream, 1 cup milk, 2 tablespoons of cocoa powder
- Ninja Creami Strawberry Ice Cream - 1 tablespoon cream cheese, ⅓ cup sugar, ¾ cup heavy cream, 1 cup milk, 5 strawberries (sliced)
- Ninja Creami Cherry Sorbet - contains chunks of chocolate, cherries, and vanilla ice cream
- Ninja Creami Sorbet Ice Cream - 1 15 oz container of fruit cocktail + Plus
- Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream - 1 tablespoon cream cheese, ⅓ cup sugar, ¾ cup heavy cream, 1 cup milk, 1 - 2 drops of green food coloring, 2 tablespoons of chopped chocolate chips
Low-Calorie & Sugar-Free Slushies Ideas 🍋💦
Sugar-Free Lemonade Slushie – Lemon juice, water, sweetener, and crushed ice.
Cucumber Mint Slushie – Cucumber, lime juice, mint leaves, ice, and water.
Electrolyte Sports Slushie – Zero Sugar Gatorade + ice + a squeeze of lemo
Frozen Margarita Slushie – Tequila, lime juice, orange liqueur, ice, and a little agave.
Pina Colada Slushie – Pineapple juice, coconut milk, ice, and rum.
Frosé (Frozen Rosé Slushie) – Blended rosé
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Ninja Creami Slushie
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Cook Time: 0 min
- Total Time: 5 min
- Yield: 2
- Category: Easy
- Method: Ninja Creami
- Cuisine: American
Description
Making a slushie in the Ninja Creami is an easy and refreshing way to enjoy your favorite flavors.
Ingredients
1 cup of your favorite flavored beverage (e.g., Gatorade, fruit juice, or soda)
Optional: 1 tablespoon of sugar (for added sweetness)
Instructions
- Prepare the Liquid Base: Pour 1 cup of your chosen flavored beverage into a mixing bowl. If you prefer a sweeter slushie, add 1 tablespoon of sugar and stir until it dissolves.
- Fill the Pint: Pour the liquid mixture into a Ninja Creami Pint. Make sure it doesn't exceed the max fill line.
- Freeze: Place the lid on the pint and freeze for about 6-8 hours or until the mixture is solid.
- Blend in the Ninja Creami: Once frozen, remove the pint from the freezer and attach it to the Ninja Creami Machine. Select the "Slushie" setting and let the machine do its magic.
- Serve: Once blended, scoop the slushie into a glass and serve immediately. Enjoy your refreshing homemade slushie!
Notes
- Try combining different beverages for unique flavor profiles.
- WW Points 0 (Use the Zero Sugar Gatorade)
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1
- Calories: 5
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 160mg
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 1g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
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