In the ever-evolving world of homemade frozen desserts, Ninja has raised the bar yet again with the release of the Ninja Swirl by Creami—a countertop machine designed to deliver swirling soft serve ice cream, frozen yogurt, and more at the push of a button. Blending convenience with creativity, this latest model expands on the success of the original Ninja Creami by adding new features tailored to home entertainers and office snackers alike.
Gone are the days of rock salt and elbow grease. Today’s frozen dessert enthusiasts can enjoy professional-grade results with minimal prep. The CNET team recently put the Swirl through its paces in their New York City office, and the results were anything but cold—morale soared alongside scoops of vanilla soft serve.
From Kitchen to Cubicle: Testing the Swirl
After a quick setup, the team prepped Ninja’s classic vanilla soft serve base in one of the provided pints and left it to freeze overnight. The next day, with a few spins and plenty of noise—comparable, humorously, to light NYC construction—the machine produced creamy, crowd-pleasing results.
Unlike its predecessor, the Ninja Creami (launched in 2021), the Swirl adds a dispensing nozzle and six specialty soft-serve settings. Users can now serve ice cream and frozen yogurt directly into cones or cups with the flick of a lever, offering an experience reminiscent of visiting a frozen dessert vendor—ideal for parties, family gatherings, or impromptu office celebrations.
Expanded Capabilities and User-Friendly Design
With six distinct programs—soft serve ice cream, lite ice cream, frozen yogurt, fruit whip, frozen custard, and CreamiFit (for protein-rich options)—the Swirl caters to a variety of dietary needs and preferences. Accompanied by a recipe booklet featuring over 30 ideas, including vegan and low-sugar alternatives, it’s a gateway to countless customizable creations.
During testing, the team crafted a range of desserts from Greek yogurt-based frozen snacks to dairy-free vanilla coconut ice cream. The latter, praised for its subtle sweetness and velvety texture, stood out as a favorite. “It’s very comparable to high-end vegan ice creams, but this one tasted a lot fresher,” said CNET Managing Editor Nasha Addarich Martínez.
Is It Worth the Cost?
With a retail price of $350, the Ninja Swirl by Creami does represent a significant investment. However, compared to the ongoing cost of premium frozen desserts—some pints reaching $9 or more—the machine could pay for itself for frequent users. Its convenience, variety, and the sheer joy it brings to any gathering make it a compelling option.
For those seeking more affordable entry points into the frozen dessert world, the standard Ninja Creami remains available at a lower price point and still performs admirably, though without the swirl and soft-serve dispensing capabilities.
A Gateway to Frozen Franchise Fun?
For entrepreneurs exploring ice cream franchise opportunities or yogurt franchise trends, machines like the Ninja Swirl highlight consumer appetite for personalized, health-conscious treats. While not a commercial device, it underscores the growing demand for at-home and on-the-go frozen dessert innovations—a trend mirrored in the latest yogurt franchise and ice cream franchise developments.
Whether you’re curating desserts for a party or just indulging a craving at your desk, the Ninja Swirl offers an inventive, fun, and reliable way to elevate the frozen treat experience—one creamy swirl at a time.
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