Tuesday, 4 August 2026

The Best Homemade Peach Sorbet Recipe (Ninja Creami)


Nothing says summer quite like biting into a perfectly ripe peach. Sweet, juicy, and bursting with sunshine, peaches are one of my favourite fruits this time of year. After picking up a big basket of fresh peaches, I knew exactly what I wanted to make first—an incredibly refreshing homemade peach sorbet in my Ninja Creami!


This recipe is unbelievably easy, uses simple ingredients, and lets the natural fruit flavours shine. The result is a smooth, creamy sorbet that’s packed with real peaches and tastes like summer in every spoonful.


Why You’ll Love This Peach Sorbet

  • Made with real fresh fruit
  • No artificial colours or flavours
  • Perfect for hot summer days
  • Easy to customize with your favourite fruits
  • A healthier frozen dessert everyone will love


Ingredients

  • 8 ripe peaches, peeled and sliced
  • Juice of 1 fresh lemon
  • A few fresh strawberries
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 2 peach fruit cups, including the juice


How to Make Peach Sorbet in the Ninja Creami

Step 1: Blend Everything Together

Add the peaches, strawberries, lemon juice, sugar, and both peach cups (including the juice) to a food processor.

Blend until the mixture is completely smooth and creamy. The fresh strawberries add just a hint of berry flavour while helping create a beautiful golden peach colour.

Step 2: Fill the Ninja Creami Pints

Carefully pour the blended mixture into your Ninja Creami pint containers.

Leave a little room at the top for expansion as the mixture freezes.


Step 3: Freeze

Place the lids on your pints and freeze them on a level surface for at least 12 hours. This step is important for getting the perfect texture when processing.


Step 4: Spin the Sorbet

Once fully frozen, place the pint into your Ninja Creami.

Select the Sorbet setting and let the machine work its magic.

In just a few minutes you’ll have an incredibly smooth, creamy sorbet with an amazing fresh peach flavour.

If your sorbet seems a little crumbly after the first spin, simply run the Sorbet or Re-Spin cycle once more until it reaches your desired consistency.


Tips for the Best Sorbet

  • Use ripe, juicy peaches for the sweetest flavour.
  • Fresh lemon juice brightens the fruit and balances the sweetness.
  • Don’t skip freezing for the full 12 hours.
  • Store leftovers in the freezer and simply re-spin before serving if needed.


Why I Love the Ninja Creami

One of my favourite things about the Ninja Creami is how it transforms frozen fruit into something that tastes like it came from an ice cream shop. Instead of buying expensive store-bought sorbet loaded with preservatives, I can make my own using simple ingredients I already have at home.

The texture is unbelievably creamy while still tasting fresh and fruity.


Endless Sorbet Possibilities

Making this peach sorbet has me excited to experiment with so many other fruit combinations! I’m already dreaming about trying:

  • Strawberry Lemonade Sorbet
  • Mango Pineapple Sorbet
  • Watermelon Lime Sorbet
  • Raspberry Peach Sorbet
  • Blueberry Lemon Sorbet
  • Cherry Vanilla Sorbet
  • Mixed Berry Sorbet
  • Tropical Coconut Mango Sorbet

With so many fresh fruits available during the summer, the possibilities are endless.

Final Thoughts

This homemade peach sorbet has quickly become one of my favourite Ninja Creami creations. It’s refreshing, naturally fruity, incredibly creamy, and so simple to make. Whether you’re looking for a healthier dessert, a way to use up ripe peaches, or just something delicious to cool off with, this recipe is sure to become a summer favourite.

Now I can’t wait to start experimenting with even more homemade sorbet flavours!

I also made these amazing recipes with my Ninja Creami:

Snowball Ice Cream Recipe

Cotton Candy Blizzard 

High Protein Strawberry Banana Frozen Yogurt

High Protein Double Chocolate Ice Cream 

I’d love to hear from you! What amazing sorbet flavours have you made in your Ninja Creami? Share your favourites in the comments—I’m always looking for delicious new combinations to try!


Friday, 31 July 2026

Beans Tries a LickiMat for the First Time – The Cutest Way to Slow Down Mealtime


If you’ve been following along with my chunky tortie, Beans, you’ll already know that she has one major weakness—food. She absolutely loves mealtime, but there’s just one tiny problem… she eats so fast that she sometimes ends up with an upset tummy or throws her food right back up.

After hearing so many pet parents rave about LickiMats, I finally decided it was time to let Beans give one a try. I only wish I had introduced one sooner!


First Impressions

The moment I spread her favourite wet food onto the LickiMat and placed it in front of her, Beans immediately got to work. Instead of inhaling her meal in seconds like she normally does, she carefully licked every little groove and pattern to get every last bite.

Watching her slow down was honestly amazing. She seemed more relaxed, more focused, and far less frantic than her usual “vacuum cleaner” eating style.

Even better? She looked like she was genuinely enjoying the challenge.


Why Slow Feeding Matters

Many cats (especially food lovers like Beans!) gulp down their meals much too quickly. This can lead to:

  • Vomiting shortly after eating
  • Indigestion
  • Upset stomachs
  • Excess swallowed air
  • Poor digestion

Using a LickiMat naturally slows eating by making your pet work a little harder for every bite. Instead of finishing dinner in under a minute, Beans spent several enjoyable minutes licking every nook and cranny clean.

The slower pace can help improve digestion while making mealtime much more enriching.

What Makes LickiMat Different?

They are the original "Lick Mat" - they invented this entire category of products.

There are lots of slow feeders available, but LickiMats stand out because they aren’t simply bowls with raised obstacles.

Instead, they feature specially designed textured surfaces with unique patterns that encourage repetitive licking. This licking action can have a naturally calming effect for many pets while turning an ordinary meal into a fun enrichment activity.

Some of the things I love include:

  • Durable food-grade materials - Rubber only
  • Different texture patterns for varying challenge levels
  • Great for wet food, soft treats, yogurt, pumpkin, or even frozen snacks
  • Easy to clean
  • Non-slip designs that stay put during enthusiastic licking sessions
  • Suitable for both cats and dogs
  • The cheap knockoff competitors make their mats out of silicone, they use RUBBER for all of our mats
    • Silicone can turn hard in the stomach if swallowed and lead to blockages
    • Rubber is inert and stays soft and pliable if chewed and swallow, making it much easier to naturally pass through the animals system if swallowed
    • Silicone is designed to have food NOT stick to it - think silicone spatulas you use in the kitchen to cook
    • Rubber allows food to stick to it, creating a slower treat / feeding process


So Many Fun Designs and Colours

One of my favourite things about LickiMats is how fun they are!

They come in an incredible variety of textures, shapes, and vibrant colours. Whether you prefer bright, cheerful colours or something more neutral, there’s a design to suit every home.

You can choose from different pattern styles depending on whether your pet is just starting out or needs a little more of a challenge. There are classic square mats, larger mats, bowls with textured interiors, and even designs made specifically for freezing treats on hot summer days.

It’s nice to have a pet product that’s both functional and attractive.


Beans’ Final Verdict

Beans officially gives her new LickiMat two paws up!

Not only did it slow her eating dramatically, but she also seemed calmer and more satisfied after finishing her meal. Instead of scarfing everything down in record time, she enjoyed every single bite.

As someone who’s constantly worried about her eating too quickly and upsetting her stomach, I’m thrilled to have found such a simple solution.

We’ll definitely be using the LickiMat every day from now on.

If you have a cat or dog that races through meals, suffers from indigestion, or regularly throws up after eating too fast, I highly recommend giving a LickiMat a try. It turns mealtime into an enriching activity while helping encourage healthier eating habits—and that’s a win for both pets and their humans.

Have you tried a LickiMat with your pet? I’d love to hear how it worked for you! Let me know in the comments below.


Wednesday, 29 July 2026

Snowball Ice Cream Recipe (Ninja Creami): The Creamiest Coconut, Brownie & Marshmallow Treat You’ll Ever Make


If you’ve been following my ice cream adventures, you already know I’m completely obsessed with creating fun new flavours in my Ninja Creami. Every time I think I’ve found my favourite, another delicious combination steals my heart.

This time, I created what I can confidently call the best Snowball Ice Cream ever!

I also created a few other amazing Ninja Creami Recipes here:

Copycat Cotton Candy Blizzard 

High Protein Double Chocolate Ice Cream

High Protein Strawberry Banana Frozen Yogurt 

If you’re a fan of those classic snowball desserts loaded with coconut, fluffy marshmallow, soft cake, and rich cream, you’re going to absolutely fall in love with this homemade version. It’s creamy, decadent, loaded with texture, and tastes like pure childhood nostalgia.

Why You’ll Love This Snowball Ice Cream

This recipe starts with my favourite ultra-creamy vanilla ice cream base before transforming into an irresistible dessert packed with chewy brownie pieces, sweet marshmallow fluff, and shredded coconut.

The result is a rich, fluffy, coconut-filled frozen treat that tastes like a snowball dessert in every bite.

Even better?

It’s incredibly easy to make in the Ninja Creami.

My Favourite Vanilla Ice Cream Base

I always start with my tried-and-true vanilla base because it comes out perfectly creamy every single time.


Ingredients

  • 1 cup heavy whipping cream
  • 1 cup milk
  • Sugar (sweeten to your taste)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Vanilla Boost (according to package directions)

Mix everything together until the sugar has dissolved.

Pour into your Ninja Creami pint container.

Freeze for at least 24 hours until completely solid.

Time to Make the Snowball Magic

After your ice cream base has frozen:

  1. Process it using the Ice Cream setting on your Ninja Creami.
  2. If needed, use the Re-Spin setting once or twice until perfectly creamy.

Now comes the fun part!

Mix-In Ingredients

  • Chocolate brownie pieces
  • Marshmallow fluff
  • Shredded coconut

Create a small hole in the centre of your ice cream, add all of your mix-ins, and run the Mix-In cycle.

The brownies become little fudgy bites throughout the ice cream while the marshmallow fluff creates beautiful creamy ribbons that pair perfectly with the coconut.

A Happy Accident

Originally, I planned on adding a splash of coconut milk to the base for even more tropical flavour.

Then I realized…

I completely forgot to buy some!

Honestly though, I don’t think it needed it.

The shredded coconut adds just the right amount of coconut flavour without overpowering the rich vanilla base. Sometimes happy accidents make the best recipes.


My Favourite Way to Serve It

As amazing as this ice cream already is, I love taking it one step further.

Top each bowl with:

  • A generous spoonful of whipped cream
  • Extra shredded coconut
  • A few brownie crumbles
  • A drizzle of marshmallow fluff if you’re feeling extra indulgent

It turns an already incredible dessert into something that feels bakery-worthy.


Why I Love Snowball Desserts

Snowball desserts have always been one of my all-time favourites.

There’s just something magical about the combination of fluffy marshmallow, sweet coconut, soft cake, and creamy goodness. Every bite reminds me of family gatherings and comforting homemade desserts.

This ice cream captures everything I love about those classic treats while adding the rich creaminess that only homemade Ninja Creami ice cream can deliver.

It’s nostalgic, comforting, and impossible to stop eating.


Final Thoughts

If you’re looking for a unique Ninja Creami recipe that everyone will rave about, this Snowball Ice Cream deserves a spot at the top of your must-make list.

It’s rich without being too heavy, perfectly sweet, packed with chewy brownie bites, fluffy marshmallow, and delicious coconut in every spoonful.

I already know I’ll be making this one again—and next time I’ll remember the coconut milk just to see how much more coconut flavour I can squeeze into it!

If you give this recipe a try, let me know what mix-ins you added. I’d love to hear your favourite Snowball-inspired creations!