1-First step: mix the base Add the 4 tablespoons cheesecake pudding mix, 1 cup chocolate milk, 3/4 cup heavy cream, and 1 tablespoon of the caramel sauce to a medium mixing bowl. Stir well until the pudding mix is fully blended and the mixture looks smooth. This step only takes a few minutes, but it sets up the whole recipe for success. Make sure there are no dry pockets of pudding mix left behind. A smooth base helps the Ninja Creami make a creamy, soft serve-style dessert later. If you want the richest flavor, whisk until the mixture thickens slightly.

2-Second step: freeze the base Transfer the mixture to a freezer-safe container. Seal the lid tightly, then place it in the freezer for up to 24 hours. This long freeze is important because the Ninja Creami works best when the base is fully solid. The total recipe time is about 1 day and 8 minutes, but the active work is quick. That makes this recipe a smart pick for busy parents, students, and anyone who wants dessert ready later without much effort today. Best results come from freezing the base flat and level so it spins evenly in the machine.

3-Third step: process in the Ninja Creami When the base is frozen solid, place it in your compatible Ninja Creami machine and process it on the ice cream setting. This step usually takes about 3 minutes, depending on your machine model. After the first spin, check the texture. If the mixture looks crumbly, that is normal for some Ninja Creami bases. Add 1 to 2 tablespoons of heavy cream, then re-process until the texture turns smooth and creamy. This little fix often brings the whole pint together fast.

4-Fourth step: mix in the swirl and chunks Once the base looks creamy, gently fold in the remaining 1 tablespoon caramel sauce, the 1/4 cup marshmallow cream, and the 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chunks with a rubber spatula. This gives the ice cream its signature Phish Food feel. If possible, hand-mix the caramel sauce and marshmallow cream so the swirls stay visible. Add the chocolate chunks during the mix-in stage if your machine supports it. That way, each scoop gets a little bit of everything.

5-Final step: adjust texture and serve If the ice cream is too soft after mixing, freeze it for 1 to 2 hours to thicken before serving. If it becomes too hard later, let it sit at room temperature for a few minutes or re-spin it briefly in the machine. Serve it in chilled bowls or cones for the best texture. This recipe yields 8 servings, so it works well for family dessert night, small parties, or meal prep treats.