The Ninja Foodi Blender & Soup Maker is designed for busy home cooks who crave comforting, homemade meals without the fuss. Its key benefit lies in its unique ability to blend and cook ingredients simultaneously, letting you craft everything from hot soups in minutes to ice-cold smoothies. While incredibly versatile, mastering its full range of features and programs may require a short learning curve. This 2-in-1 appliance transforms fresh ingredients into delicious hot and cold creations, boasting 10 Auto-iQ programs, a powerful 1000W motor, and a dedicated cleaning cycle for ultimate convenience.
2-in-1 Hot & Cold Versatility: Seamlessly switch between cooking and blending. Create piping hot soups, sauces, and jams, or enjoy ice-cold smoothies, milkshakes, and frozen drinks.
Integrated Heating Element: Cook fresh ingredients directly in the jug. This allows for sautéing, simmering, and boiling, reducing the need for extra pots and pans.
Rapid Soup Making: Go from fresh ingredients to a delicious, cooked soup in as little as 20 minutes.
10 Auto-iQ Programs: Take the guesswork out of cooking. These intelligent pre-set programs combine unique pulse, pause, and blend patterns with precise temperature controls for consistent results.
1.7L Non-Stick, Heat-Resistant Glass Jug: Durable and easy to clean, designed for both hot (1.4L capacity) and cold (1.7L capacity) preparations.
Powerful 1000W Motor: Ensures efficient blending and crushing of even tough ingredients, including ice.
High-Speed Crushing Blade: Engineered for optimal breakdown of ingredients, delivering smooth or chunky textures as desired.
Dedicated Cleaning Program: Simplify cleanup with a touch of a button. The machine uses heat and motion to loosen residue, making manual scrubbing minimal.
Splash-Free Lid with Measuring Cup: Designed for safe operation and easy addition of ingredients during blending.
Auto-Stir Function: Prevents sticking and ensures even cooking by gently stirring ingredients during hot programs.
Exceptional Versatility: Blends and cooks, handling hot and cold recipes with ease.
Time-Saving: Makes hot soup from scratch in just 20 minutes.
User-Friendly Automation: 10 Auto-iQ programs simplify complex tasks and ensure consistent results.
Easy Cleanup: Features a dedicated cleaning program for convenience.
Robust Construction: Durable glass jug and powerful motor built for long-term use.
Wide Recipe Range: Suitable for soups, sauces, jams, chutneys, smoothies, frozen drinks, milkshakes, and sorbets.
Countertop Footprint: As a multi-functional appliance, it may require dedicated counter space.
Initial Learning Curve: Users might need time to familiarize themselves with the various Auto-iQ programs and manual settings for optimal results.
Exceptional Versatility: Blends and cooks, handling hot and cold recipes with ease.
Time-Saving: Makes hot soup from scratch in just 20 minutes.
User-Friendly Automation: 10 Auto-iQ programs simplify complex tasks and ensure consistent results.
Easy Cleanup: Features a dedicated cleaning program for convenience.
Robust Construction: Durable glass jug and powerful motor built for long-term use.
Wide Recipe Range: Suitable for soups, sauces, jams, chutneys, smoothies, frozen drinks, milkshakes, and sorbets.
Countertop Footprint: As a multi-functional appliance, it may require dedicated counter space.
Initial Learning Curve: Users might need time to familiarize themselves with the various Auto-iQ programs and manual settings for optimal results.
The Ninja Foodi Blender & Soup Maker excels at delivering convenience and speed for both hot and cold culinary tasks. Its 1000W motor and high-speed crushing blade efficiently tackle everything from fibrous vegetables to ice cubes, ensuring smooth purees or perfectly crushed ice for cocktails.
For hot recipes, the integrated heating element is a game-changer. Imagine dicing onions and carrots, sautéing them directly in the jug using a manual setting, then adding broth and chosen ingredients. Select an Auto-iQ program like Smooth Soup or Chunky Soup, and the machine will blend and cook to perfection in as little as 20 minutes. This eliminates transferring ingredients between pots and blenders, significantly cutting down on cleanup. It's equally effective for simmering rich pasta sauces, creating homemade jams, or even making creamy risotto bases.
When it comes to cold blending, the powerful motor effortlessly pulverizes frozen fruits, ice, and tough greens. You can easily prepare:
Smoothies: Blend frozen berries, spinach, and protein powder for a quick breakfast.
Frozen Drinks: Crush ice and mix with juice and spirits for perfect margaritas or daiquiris.
Milkshakes: Combine ice cream, milk, and your favorite syrups for thick, creamy shakes.
Sorbet: Process frozen fruit for a refreshing dessert.
The Auto-iQ programs are designed to optimize results for specific recipes. For example, the Smooth Soup program will blend and heat, while the Frozen Drink program will pulse and blend to the ideal consistency for icy beverages. Experiment with these pre-sets to discover their full potential, or use the 6 manual settings for complete control over speed and temperature.
Setting up your Ninja Foodi Blender & Soup Maker is straightforward:
Unpack: Remove all packaging materials and read the instruction manual thoroughly.
Placement: Place the base unit on a clean, dry, and stable surface, ensuring sufficient clearance around the unit for ventilation.
Assemble Jug: Ensure the blending blade is securely seated in the jug, then place the jug onto the motor base.
Power: Plug the power cord into a grounded electrical outlet.
Initial Clean: Before first use, it's recommended to run a short cycle with water and a drop of dish soap, then rinse thoroughly to clean the jug and blade.
This appliance is compatible with standard household electrical outlets (typically 220-240V in the UK). Its compact design (relative to its functionality) makes it suitable for most kitchen countertops. It is designed for domestic use and not intended for commercial environments.
Proper care ensures longevity and optimal performance:
Dedicated Cleaning Program: For general cleaning after use, especially with cooked ingredients, add 700ml water and 2 drops of dish soap to the jug. Secure the lid and select the Clean program. This program heats and pulses to dislodge stuck-on food. Rinse thoroughly afterward.
Manual Cleaning: For stubborn residue or after cold blending, use the included cleaning brush to gently scrub the interior of the jug and around the blade. The jug and lid are not dishwasher safe; always hand wash them. The motor base can be wiped clean with a damp cloth.
Storage: Ensure the unit is clean and dry before storing. Store with the lid on the jug to protect the interior.