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Dec 28, 2023 11:27 PM

Sam's Club Members: Ninja Creami Ice Cream, Milkshake and Sorbet Maker

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Sam's Club has for its Members: Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker (CN305A) for $119.98. Shipping is free for Plus members, otherwise shipping varies by location.

Thanks to community member rolipoli for finding this deal.

Includes:
  • Motor Base with Dual-drive Motors and Creamify Technology
  • Creamerizer Paddle
  • 3x Bonus 16oz. Creami Pints with Storage Lids
  • Outer Bowl and Lid
Features:
  • 7 One-Touch Programs allow for the perfect combination of speed, pressure, and time to completely shave through your frozen pint. Choose between Ice Cream, Sorbet, Gelato, Milkshake, Smoothie Bowl, Lite Ice Cream, and Mix-in.
  • LED progress bar
  • All parts dishwasher safe
  • Easily customize flavor and texture

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Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • This price is lower than a Frontpage Deal from last year.
  • Comes with a 1-year warranty.

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Sam's Club has for its Members: Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker (CN305A) for $119.98. Shipping is free for Plus members, otherwise shipping varies by location.

Thanks to community member rolipoli for finding this deal.

Includes:
  • Motor Base with Dual-drive Motors and Creamify Technology
  • Creamerizer Paddle
  • 3x Bonus 16oz. Creami Pints with Storage Lids
  • Outer Bowl and Lid
Features:
  • 7 One-Touch Programs allow for the perfect combination of speed, pressure, and time to completely shave through your frozen pint. Choose between Ice Cream, Sorbet, Gelato, Milkshake, Smoothie Bowl, Lite Ice Cream, and Mix-in.
  • LED progress bar
  • All parts dishwasher safe
  • Easily customize flavor and texture

Editor's Notes

Written by SaltyOne | Staff
  • This price is lower than a Frontpage Deal from last year.
  • Comes with a 1-year warranty.

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Written by rolipoli

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Dec 30, 2023 8:18 AM
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scotts9612Dec 30, 2023 8:18 AM
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I have always loved ice cream, but making it at home seemed too complicated and time-consuming. That's why I was intrigued by the Ninja Creami, a machine that claims to turn any frozen base into smooth and creamy ice cream in minutes. I decided to give it a try and see if it lived up to the hype.

The Ninja Creami comes with two plastic pints, a processing lid, and a paddle that attaches to the motor base. The pints have max fill lines to indicate how much base you can add. You can use any liquid-based ingredients, such as cream, milk, yogurt, fruit, or even coffee. You just need to freeze them for at least 24 hours before blending.

The machine has different buttons for different types of frozen treats, such as ice cream, lite ice cream, sorbet, gelato, smoothie bowl, and milkshake. You can also add mix-ins, such as cookies, nuts, or chocolate chips, using the + mix-in button. The re-spin button allows you to blend the ice cream again if it's too crumbly or icy.

I tried making vanilla ice cream, raspberry sorbet, and coffee gelato with the Ninja Creami. The results were impressive: the ice cream was rich and smooth, the sorbet was refreshing and fruity, and the gelato was thick and velvety. The machine was easy to use and fast, taking only a few minutes to blend each pint. The ice cream was ready to eat right away, unlike conventional ice cream makers that require more freezing time.

However, the Ninja Creami also had some drawbacks. The machine was loud and heavy, and it took up a lot of space on my counter. The pints were hard to clean, as the frozen base stuck to the sides and bottom. The machine also left some chunks of unmixed base in the ice cream, which affected the texture and consistency. The biggest issue, though, was the burning smell that came from the motor base. It was unpleasant and worrisome, and it made me doubt the durability and safety of the machine.

Overall, I enjoyed using the Ninja Creami and tasting the ice cream it made. It was a fun and convenient way to make homemade ice cream with minimal effort and ingredients. However, I also had some concerns about the quality and reliability of the machine, and I'm not sure if it's worth the price. If you're looking for a quick and easy way to make ice cream, the Ninja Creami might be a good option for you. But if you're looking for a more traditional and consistent ice cream making experience, you might want to stick with a conventional ice cream maker.
Last edited by scotts9612 December 30, 2023 at 01:48 AM.
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Dec 30, 2023 8:55 AM
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ScarletArm858Dec 30, 2023 8:55 AM
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Quote from LovelyGuide422 View quoted comment :
Get the deluxe from Costco
I made a thread the other day. Picked up the deluxe 11-1 for 130 at bj's in New York.

Was kinda shocked no one responded 🤷 ♂️
Dec 30, 2023 9:22 AM
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Texasluv99Dec 30, 2023 9:22 AM
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Quote from Taint View quoted comment :
Several reviews state there is an issue with the lid, and there is an area where ice cream can enter but is difficult / impossible to clean and eventually grows mold. A response from ninja acknowledges this and states that the issue has been corrected in newer models.
Is this a newer model? Which models were having the issue?
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Dec 30, 2023 9:35 AM
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huskyboy
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Dec 30, 2023 9:35 AM
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Not an ice cream maker where you pour your mix in and make ice in minutes... This is a specialized blender. You still need to freeze the ingredients overnight
Dec 30, 2023 1:23 PM
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JayhawkDealsDec 30, 2023 1:23 PM
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These long "reviews" with superlatives and embellishments are highly suspect. If you use the term "tasty treat", that's an automatic disqualification for me.

I just returned a deluxe to Costco after several months. It was a fad for a week at our house and then was clearly headed to the appliance storage cabinet. Tried lots of recipes. Of course the only really good stuff was also the least healthy. Protein shakes of any kind were just gross. Bought the pineapple dole whip powder mix and that did turn out quite good.

Cheers to those for whom it has become "life changing", but for this ice cream family it was ultimately meh at best.

Kudos to Ninja for the TikTok campaign they actively created and encouraged.
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Dec 30, 2023 1:56 PM
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jtrosDec 30, 2023 1:56 PM
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I purchased the deluxe at Kohls for $155 - is the deluxe worth keeping for $35 more? Just wondering if I should return it and grab this one.
Dec 30, 2023 2:04 PM
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bezemomDec 30, 2023 2:04 PM
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Quote from NervousVolcano517 View quoted comment :
I've just got a Creami second-hand for $100 about a week ago. I've already made 5-10 pints of ice cream and my life has changed. Assuming you live on planet earth, you've probably seen some reviews, but I'll recap the highlights for you and add some of my own commentary:

1) First and foremost, this makes ice cream. What it does is it takes frozen-solid concoctions and churns it into something that has the consistency of ice cream. It does an awesome job at that
2) It is so easy to find recipes - There are hundreds and hundreds of recipes everywhere. Subreddits such as r/ninjacreami and r/icecreamery have great recipes. Tons of recipes that can be made with household ingredients (heavy cream, milk, sugar, etc) and ingredients you probably don't have but will last you 100+ spins (black cocoa powder, guar gum, etc)
3) Protein Ice Cream - This point is not for everyone. If you are a fitness enthusiast, looking to get more protein in your diet, or looking to save money from the $5+/pint you spend on Halo Top, this is a great investment. I am a powerlifter and my girlfriend doesn't care about that kind of thing (beyond Pelotoning). I make regular ice cream for her and also have her try my protein ice cream; sometimes she can't even tell the difference. Who thought ice cream made of skim milk and cottage cheese could taste so good? For someone who really struggles to get 50g protein in a day, this will allow her to double her protein intake. There are facebook groups and youtube creators with hundreds of recipes. Check out @Juanlovesprotein on Youtube/Instagram
4) Sorbets - Tonight for the first time I made a sorbet. I poured a single can of Dole Pineapples in light syrup (no sugar added in a pint) and froze it. 24 hours later I turned it into sorbet and had my girlfriend try and guess what it was. She said it was Dole Whip. Not knowing what that is, I asked if that was a good thing, and she said yes. It tasted amazing. And we are talking about a recipe with 1 ingredient, literally. I bought this for point 3 above, but I sure wouldn't fault you if 89 cents for a truly healthy, yet induglent, dessert is what convinces you to buy this.
5) Alcohol - Minor 5th point, but I made a coquito (Puerto Rican egg nog) flavored ice cream and put actual coquito in it. The pint had a light alcohol taste, but was also delicious. Definitely would allow you to get drunk on ice cream

Other minor positives:
- It is super easy to clean
- Most ingredients you use will be very cheap, so you will make your money back
- It can allow you to make flavors you won't find in stores
- Possibly other positives since I haven't even used all the functions yet!

Negatives:
- Yes, it is loud. Very loud. I can't make this if someone else in the house is sleeping.
- Having to freeze the mixtures 24 hours in advance is annoying, but having > 5 pints (you can buy extra) will make this a non-factor. You can always have one ready
- Run time. As another poster said, it takes a few minutes to run. Probably closer to 2min than 4min, but if you can't wait that long then why are you mixing your own ice cream anyway? Go buy from the store.

Neutral point: This is not a blender!. Aside from commercial ice cream makers/blenders ($5000+), this will make ice cream far, far better than any Vitamix you have, and this has no blending capabilities. I would recommend having an immersion blender/milk frother on-hand to homogenize your ingredients when mixing your recipes.
Great review! We have one and just put ours in the laundry room on the counter that is off the kitchen so the noise isn't too bad. The kiddos love watching it. I did find that the Talenti containers are approx the same size as the Creami mixing bowl, so I freeze in those and slightly defrost the talenti containers and slip them in the creami bowl, until I just broke down and ordered more Creami bowls. That said I have over 12 options in my freezer at any given time. Over ripe, or soft berries are perfect to make sorbet, and canned mango puree and pieces ( Dollar Tree) are also fab with pineapple. Of course, there is always the ripe bananas base that can be anything when you add syrups or other fruit. Lemon ice is very refreshing but not sugar free.

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Dec 30, 2023 2:08 PM
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sctrojan26Dec 30, 2023 2:08 PM
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This or the Deluxe at costco for $60 more? I am.thinking the deluxe is not worth it though the comments on a burning smell on the motor are concerning. Gotta get those tasty treats!
Dec 30, 2023 2:45 PM
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howdydoDec 30, 2023 2:45 PM
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Aren't Ninja products garbage? When I saw that their blenders use plastic gear couplings and sockets I avoided anything Ninja.
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Dec 30, 2023 4:02 PM
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mr_matalinoDec 30, 2023 4:02 PM
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Quote from jayhawknative View quoted comment :
These long "reviews" with superlatives and embellishments are highly suspect. If you use the term "tasty treat", that's an automatic disqualification for me.

I just returned a deluxe to Costco after several months. It was a fad for a week at our house and then was clearly headed to the appliance storage cabinet. Tried lots of recipes. Of course the only really good stuff was also the least healthy. Protein shakes of any kind were just gross. Bought the pineapple dole whip powder mix and that did turn out quite good.

Cheers to those for whom it has become "life changing", but for this ice cream family it was ultimately meh at best.

Kudos to Ninja for the TikTok campaign they actively created and encouraged.
People can't be excited about a product they really like to write a long review about it?
Dec 30, 2023 4:15 PM
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RelaxedTable748Dec 30, 2023 4:15 PM
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Quote from howdydo View quoted comment :
Aren't Ninja products garbage? When I saw that their blenders use plastic gear couplings and sockets I avoided anything Ninja.
I can't speak on this one, but I use their air fryer/toaster foodi oven daily and its amazing.
Dec 30, 2023 4:32 PM
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AsunaDec 30, 2023 4:32 PM
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I paid about $155 a few months ago at Kohl's for the Deluxe with a 40% coupon, and while Sam's has an extra pint + better return policy, I think the Deluxe is worth the extra money. I use the Slushi feature the most, which isn't available on this model (7 presets vs 11 on Deluxe.) I also think the bigger containers would be a plus to most people, as you can just put it away and respin out any leftovers later easily. Paid like $20 for a 4 pack of additional knock-off pints from Amazon.
Dec 30, 2023 5:03 PM
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LeoDudepalDec 30, 2023 5:03 PM
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Quote from bluetrep View quoted comment :
thanks, almost pull the trigger.
I have the 501 and it has this issue too. I just clean it very well?
Dec 30, 2023 5:38 PM
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arunningpersonDec 30, 2023 5:38 PM
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We use a deluxe from Costco weekly to make ice cream, frozen yogurt smoothies, sorbet - the ice cream is the tastiest and least healthy but we can make it healthier than the store: less sugar and more cream so it's a big win for us

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Dec 30, 2023 5:49 PM
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whirlybird14Dec 30, 2023 5:49 PM
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Love this for my protein shakes. Healthy way to satisfy the ice cream crave

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