Strawberry Cheesecake Soft-Serve Swirl

Directions

1. 1Soften the cream cheese, then whisk it with the milk, heavy cream, sugar, and vanilla until completely smooth with no lumps.
2. 2Pour the base into a Swirl 2-in-1 pint, keeping it at or below the max-fill line, and stir the diced strawberries through it.
3. 3Set the pint flat in the freezer and freeze for about 24 hours until fully solid.
4. 4Lock the frozen pint into the Swirl and run the Lite Ice Cream program to spin it smooth.
5. 5If it looks crumbly, run Re-spin until it turns silky, then fold the graham crackers through a mix-in hole.
6. 6Attach the dispensing nozzle, choose the soft-serve setting, and pull the handle to swirl it straight into a cone or bowl.

Tips

• Freeze the pint completely solid for at least 16-24 hours before spinning, or the Creami won't create that smooth soft-serve texture and may come out crumbly instead.
• If your result is icy or powdery after processing, add a tablespoon of heavy cream and re-spin right away for that perfect creamy consistency.
• Let the frozen pint sit at room temperature for 2-3 minutes before inserting into the Creami so it's easier to handle, but don't let it thaw.

Variations

• Swap the vanilla extract for 1 teaspoon of fresh lemon zest mixed into the base before freezing for a strawberry-lemon cheesecake flavor.
• Use Greek yogurt in place of half the heavy cream for a tangier, lighter version that still spins smoothly in the Creami.

FAQ

Can I use low-fat cream cheese or Greek yogurt instead?

Yes, low-fat cream cheese works fine and will still freeze solid in the pint. Greek yogurt can replace up to half the heavy cream, but using it for all the dairy may result in a grainier texture that needs re-spinning with a splash of milk.

How long can I keep the frozen pint in my freezer?

The pint stays good for up to 3 months frozen solid. If it develops ice crystals or tastes off, discard it and make a fresh batch.

My pint froze but won't spin smoothly, it's coming out all crumbly.

Add a small splash of whole milk or heavy cream and re-spin on the Ice Cream setting. The extra liquid helps the Creami shave it into a creamy texture instead of powder.

Can I make this lighter or lower-calorie?

Yes, use half-and-half instead of heavy cream and reduce the cream cheese by a quarter. You'll still get a smooth result when you spin it, though the flavor will be lighter.

Nutrition

Per serving · makes about 2 servings · estimated