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

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.

Wow! I applaud your dedication to your feedback. Thank you for the details. I'll use your suggestions because we have a Creami (Deluxe version?) and also enjoy it. We made a DQ Blizzard-like dessert tonight for the whole family for less cost than one actual Blizzard

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.