Vanilla Malt

Directions

1. 1Whisk the milk, softened ice cream, malted milk powder, sugar, and vanilla until the powder fully dissolves.
2. 2Pour the base into a Creami pint, keeping it at or below the max-fill line.
3. 3Set the pint flat in the freezer and freeze for 24 hours until completely solid.
4. 4Lock the frozen pint into the Creami and run the MILKSHAKE preset.
5. 5If the result looks crumbly, add a splash of milk and run Re-spin until smooth and creamy.
6. 6Top with whipped cream and serve immediately.

Tips

• Freeze your pint completely flat for the full 16-24 hours so the Creami can process it evenly without crumbly spots.
• If your result comes out powdery after spinning, add a splash of cold milk and run the Ice Cream program again to get that smooth, creamy texture.
• For a richer vanilla flavor, let the mixture sit for 2-3 hours in the fridge before pouring into the pint container so the malted milk powder fully dissolves.

Variations

• Swap the vanilla ice cream for butter pecan ice cream and reduce the vanilla extract to 1/2 teaspoon for a nuttier malt drink.
• Replace half the whole milk with heavy cream to make a thicker, more indulgent frozen treat that scoops like soft serve.
• Use chocolate malted milk powder instead of plain malted milk powder and skip the vanilla extract for a chocolate malt version.

FAQ

Can I use skim milk or non-dairy milk instead of whole milk?

Yes, both work fine, though skim milk will give you a lighter texture and non-dairy milk may freeze slightly firmer depending on the brand. You may need to add a splash of liquid and re-spin if the result is too icy.

My pint didn't freeze solid after 24 hours, what should I do?

Your freezer may be warmer than ideal; give it another 6-12 hours. Make sure the pint is sitting flat on a shelf and not stacked with other items blocking air circulation.

Can I make this lighter or lower in fat?

Yes, use skim or low-fat milk and swap the vanilla ice cream for a lighter vanilla frozen yogurt or reduced-fat ice cream. The result will be less creamy but still spin smoothly.

How long does the frozen pint last in the freezer?

Keep it stored flat for up to two weeks; after that, ice crystals can form and affect the texture. Once you spin it, consume it right away for the best creamy result.

Nutrition

Per serving · makes about 2 servings · estimated