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The Ninja Swirl by Creami: A Game-Changer for Home Ice Cream Makers

When the Ninja Creami launched a couple of years ago, it quickly became a viral sensation by making it easy to turn almost anything into a tasty frozen treat. However, there was still one thing it couldn’t do: a classic soft serve, like the kind you dream about on hot summer days. But Ninja has made it its goal to change that by launching the Ninja Swirl by Creami.

A Two-in-One Machine

The Swirl is its own standalone gadget, but it’s similar to an expansion pack for the original Ninja Creami. The machine looks almost identical to its predecessor, with the main difference being the new module on the left side, dedicated to making soft serve. The other major difference is the design of Ninja’s pint containers. The new base features a built-in nozzle for spitting out soft serve, and there are even two lids to choose from. There are also a few other design details, like a large handle on the side of the device.

The Workflow

For those who have used the original Creami, the general workflow is quite familiar. First, whip up an ice cream base and freeze it in a pint container. From there, select one of two main modes (traditional scoops or soft serve), attach the paddle lid, and spin your frozen base as normal. If you’re making a traditional churned-style ice cream or one of its variants, you can simply stop there. But if you want soft serve, things take a turn.

Making Soft Serve

To make soft serve, you’ll need to take the paddle lid off and put on Ninja’s soft serve lid. Then, slot the entire pint into the cavity on the left side of the machine. Twist the base of the container to open up the nozzle. Finally, pull down on the handle to the right, and after a short pause, the Swirl will push out smooth, airy soft serve just like your favorite local shop.

The Results

I was blown away by the results. The Swirl’s soft serve was light and creamy without any hints of crystal. The semi-solid texture was on point, just like the stuff you get at local shops or ice cream chains. And as its name implies, you can even twirl it around to create that signature spiral of frozen goodness on top of a cone or cup.

Additional Features

The Swirl also features a few improvements over previous models. Ninja says it has refined some of its programs to reduce things like the need to respin ice cream to get the proper consistency. The machine is also a bit quieter, and there are indicator lights that tell how long it takes to finish blending a frozen base. The Lite Ice Cream mode has also been adjusted to produce better results for people who like making treats with alternative sugars.

What to Know

Before you run out and buy one, there are a few important things to know. Like the standard Creami, it uses traditional pint-sized containers, which may not be as convenient as larger 24-ounce cups. You also can’t spin half a pint like you can on larger models, but you can make soft serve out of store-bought ice cream if you want to be lazy. Finally, when making soft serve, mix-ins are better left for the end rather than trying to blend them in.

The Verdict

The Ninja Swirl by Creami is available today directly from Ninja or third-party retailers, including Amazon, Target, Best Buy, and Kohl’s. At $350, it’s definitely pricer and bulkier than its predecessor, but the Swirl feels like a one-stop home ice cream shop. With its ability to make traditional churned-style ice cream, gelatos, sorbets, and practically every type of soft serve you can imagine, the Swirl is a game-changer for home ice cream makers.