Why does the milk and cream amount change?

The strained puree weight changes depending on the fruit and how much liquid stays behind after straining. Adjusting the dairy keeps the final gelato texture balanced.

Do I have to strain the raspberries?

For the smoothest gelato, yes. Leaving the seeds in gives the final dessert a rougher texture.

Why is this recipe written in grams?

Frozen dessert bases are easier to reproduce accurately when the fruit, sugars, and dairy are weighed. That matters even more for Ninja Creami recipes where texture depends on balance.

Desserts

Low Calorie

Low Fat

01 August 2026

Ninja Creami Deluxe Raspberry Gelato

Name: Ninja Creami Deluxe Raspberry Gelato
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 10 min
Total time: 24 h 35 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 350 g frozen raspberries; 75 g caster sugar; 25 g glucose syrup; 0.125 tsp fine sea salt; 15 g milk powder (Nido full-cream milk powder works well here); 210 g whole milk (210 g by default; adjust between 190 g and 220 g depending on the final strained puree weight); 130 g double cream (130 g by default; adjust between 120 g and 135 g depending on the final strained puree weight); 1 tsp lemon juice (fresh); 0.25 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

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Artisan raspberry gelato for the Ninja Creami Deluxe with strained raspberry puree, milk, cream, and milk powder for a smoother texture.

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Ninja Creami Deluxe Raspberry Gelato

This Ninja Creami Deluxe raspberry gelato is built for a smoother and more refined result than a quick fruit-and-cream base. The method starts by cooking the raspberries lightly, then straining them thoroughly and adjusting the dairy to match the exact puree weight. That extra step gives you a much more reliable texture once the gelato is frozen and spun.

The recipe is written metric-first in grams because frozen dessert bases are more consistent that way, especially when the fruit base can vary slightly from batch to batch.

Why This Recipe Works

The fruit base is not heavily reduced, so the raspberry flavor stays bright instead of turning jammy. Straining removes the seeds, which helps the final gelato feel smoother and closer to an artisan shop-style texture.

The real control point is the puree weight. Matching the milk and cream to that weight keeps the balance between fruit, fat, and water more stable, which makes the Gelato program behave more predictably.

Creami Deluxe Tips

Freeze the base fully flat for the full 24 hours before spinning. If the center freezes unevenly, the texture can come out crumbly even when the formula is right.

If the first spin looks dry, add only a small amount of milk and re-spin once. Too much extra liquid can soften the texture more than you want.

Ingredient Notes

Nido full-cream milk powder works well here because it adds milk solids without making the fruit flavor feel chalky. The lemon juice helps brighten the berry flavor, while the optional vanilla rounds it out without making the gelato taste obviously vanilla-forward.

Portion Guidance for Goals

Treat this as a proper dessert rather than a very light fruit snack. One small bowl or modest scoop is usually enough because the fruit flavor is concentrated and the texture is fairly dense.

When to Eat

This is a good make-ahead freezer dessert for warm weather, dinner guests, or any time you want a fruit-forward Creami recipe that still feels polished and premium.

Balance Tip

Because raspberry gelato already brings enough flavor on its own, it usually works best without heavy toppings. Fresh berries or a plain wafer are enough if you want to serve it with something extra.

Ninja Creami Deluxe Raspberry Gelato

RecipeShare Test Kitchen

Artisan raspberry gelato for the Ninja Creami Deluxe with strained raspberry puree, milk, cream, and milk powder for a smoother texture.

Ninja Creami Deluxe Raspberry Gelato image

Desserts

Low Calorie

Low Fat

Prep Time

25 mins

Cook Time

10 mins

Total Time

1475 mins

Servings

Chef's Tips

Do not reduce the raspberry mixture too far or the final base can become too concentrated.
Straining thoroughly makes a big difference to the finished texture.
Weigh the strained puree before adding the dairy so the balance stays correct.
If the spun gelato looks crumbly, re-spin after adding a small splash of milk rather than adding too much liquid at once.

Tools Used

Saucepan Whisk Blender Fine-mesh Sieve Mixing Bowl

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Ingredients

Scale

USMetric

Scale

Raspberry Fruit Base

Finish the Base

210 g whole milk - 210 g by default; adjust between 190 g and 220 g depending on the final strained puree weight
130 g double cream - 130 g by default; adjust between 120 g and 135 g depending on the final strained puree weight
1 tsp lemon juice - fresh
0.3 tsp vanilla extract - optional

Instructions

Make the Raspberry Fruit Base

1
Heat the frozen raspberries and caster sugar together gently for about 5 minutes until the berries soften and the sugar dissolves.
2
Whisk in the glucose syrup, sea salt, and milk powder.
3
Blend until smooth.
4
Strain through a fine-mesh sieve, pressing firmly to remove as many seeds as possible.

Adjust the Dairy

1
Weigh the strained raspberry puree.
2
If the puree weighs 360 g, add 220 ml whole milk and 135 ml double cream.
3
If the puree weighs 365 g, add 215 ml whole milk and 133 ml double cream.
4
If the puree weighs 370 g, add 210 ml whole milk and 130 ml double cream.
5
If the puree weighs 375 g, add 205 ml whole milk and 128 ml double cream.
6
If the puree weighs 380 g, add 200 ml whole milk and 125 ml double cream.
7
If the puree weighs 385 g, add 195 ml whole milk and 123 ml double cream.
8
If the puree weighs 390 g, add 190 ml whole milk and 120 ml double cream.

Freeze and Spin

1
Blend the strained puree with the correct milk and cream amounts, plus the lemon juice and vanilla extract if using.
2
Let the mixture cool until it is no longer warm.
3
Pour into a Ninja Creami Deluxe pint and freeze on a level surface for 24 hours.
4
Run the Gelato program.
5
If the gelato looks crumbly, add 1 tablespoon whole milk and run Re-Spin once.

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Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 portion (about 110 g)

Calories 190

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 8g10%

Saturated Fat 3g15%

Trans Fat 0g

Cholesterol 25mg8%

Sodium 60mg3%

Total Carbohydrates 28g10%

Dietary Fiber 3g11%

Sugars 24g

Protein 3g

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Comments & Reviews

Sofia M.
7/25/2026
One re-spin with a splash of milk gave me the texture I wanted. Nicely balanced and not overly sweet.
Neil R.
7/25/2026
Mine landed close to the 370 g mark and the milk-cream ratio worked really well. Bright raspberry flavor.
Emily C.
7/25/2026
Straining the puree took a little effort but the texture was much smoother after spinning. Worth it.

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Ninja Creami Deluxe Raspberry Gelato

The recipe is written metric-first in grams because frozen dessert bases are more consistent that way, especially when the fruit base can vary slightly from batch to batch.

Why This Recipe Works

Creami Deluxe Tips

Freeze the base fully flat for the full 24 hours before spinning. If the center freezes unevenly, the texture can come out crumbly even when the formula is right.

If the first spin looks dry, add only a small amount of milk and re-spin once. Too much extra liquid can soften the texture more than you want.

Ingredient Notes

Portion Guidance for Goals

Treat this as a proper dessert rather than a very light fruit snack. One small bowl or modest scoop is usually enough because the fruit flavor is concentrated and the texture is fairly dense.

When to Eat

This is a good make-ahead freezer dessert for warm weather, dinner guests, or any time you want a fruit-forward Creami recipe that still feels polished and premium.

Balance Tip

Because raspberry gelato already brings enough flavor on its own, it usually works best without heavy toppings. Fresh berries or a plain wafer are enough if you want to serve it with something extra.