Wash and chop fresh strawberries into small pieces. Add them to a bowl and sprinkle sugar on top. Let them sit for 10 minutes to release natural juices.

Transfer strawberries to a blender. Add milk, cream, vanilla extract and lemon juice. Blend until smooth and creamy with no large chunks left.

Taste the mixture before freezing. Add more sugar if needed. This helps balance sweetness based on strawberry flavor and ripeness.

Pour the mixture into a freezer-safe container. Smooth the top using a spatula. Do not overfill the container to allow space for freezing.

Place the container in the freezer for at least 10 to 12 hours. The mixture should be completely frozen and solid before processing.

Remove the frozen base and place it in the Ninja Creami machine. Select the ice cream function and let it process until smooth and creamy.

If the texture looks crumbly, use the re-spin option once or twice. This step helps create a soft and smooth ice cream texture.

Scoop the ice cream into bowls. Serve immediately for best texture. Add extra strawberry slices on top if you like.