There's nothing like the smell of fresh bread or the joy of pulling a perfectly risen cake from the oven. But let's be honest, mixing, kneading, and prepping dough and batters can feel like a full workout, with sticky fingers and tired wrists to match. If you've ever thought, "There has to be an easier way," there is.
At Ninja Kitchen, we get it. Baking should be joyful, not a juggling act. That's why we created the Ninja Professional Food Processor BN650, to take the muscle and mess out of mixing. Whether you're making pillowy pizza dough, silky cake batter, or pliable pasta, this clever machine delivers speed, consistency, and control. With smart features like the dough blade and Auto-iQ® programs, it practically thinks for you.
In this guide, we'll show you how to master doughs and batters step-by-step, from pizza bases to cookie dough, with less fuss and more fun. Ready to bake like a pro without the elbow grease? Let's get this process started.
Why Use a Food Processor for Baking Prep?
The Power to Knead, The Precision to Mix
While some enjoy the romance of kneading by hand, most of us just want soft, stretchy dough ready to rise. That's where the Ninja Professional Food Processor comes in. With its powerful 850-watt motor and specialized Dough Blade, the BN650 takes over the hard work effortlessly. It mixes ingredients evenly without overworking, giving you better structure, a lighter crumb, and consistently great results.
From Ingredients to Oven-Ready in Minutes
When you're juggling work, family, and a last-minute craving, spending half an hour mixing dough isn't the dream. That's where the Ninja Professional Food Processor shines. Instead of standing over a bowl for 20 minutes, the BN650 gets it done in a few quick pulses, cutting baking prep time so you can go from ingredients to oven-ready in minutes, without the mess. Whether prepping pizza dough for Friday night, muffin batter before school, or batch-making cookies for the freezer, the BN650 is your shortcut to homemade goodness.
Your Baking Partner: The Ninja Professional Food Processor
Key Features for Flawless Doughs & Batters
The Ninja Professional Food Processor BN650 is your new sous chef. It's more than just a kitchen gadget, it's a purpose-built powerhouse for anyone who bakes, blends, and batch preps with love (but not always with time to spare).
At the heart of its brilliance is the 850-watt motor, which handles everything from stiff bread dough to smooth cake batter with ease. The generous 2.1L capacity lets you mix for the whole family in one go too. What sets it apart though is the Dough Blade, designed to mimic hand-kneading by developing gluten and structure without overworking the dough. So whether you're making naan, cinnamon scrolls, or pizza bases, it does the heavy lifting for you.
The Magic of Auto-iQ: Perfect Dough at the Touch of a Button
Exclusive to the Ninja Food Processor, the Auto-iQ smart program uses a sequence of timed pulses, pauses, and mixing patterns to nail the perfect dough texture - no guesswork needed. The Auto-iQ Dough preset is a game-changer, intuitively knowing when to work the mixture and when to let it rest. It mimics the natural rhythm of kneading by hand and the result is smooth, elastic dough that's ready to rise, every single time.
Whether you're baking for a weekend crowd or just craving homemade comfort food, the BN650 delivers results that are predictable, repeatable, and downright impressive.
Step-by-Step Guide: Making Perfect Dough
The Basic Method: From Flour to a Perfect Ball
From dry ingredients to dough ball perfection, your Ninja Professional Food Processor handles the hard work. Here's how to make baking prep quick, clean, and easy.
Step 1: Attach the Dough Blade and add dry ingredients
Start by fitting the Dough Blade into your Ninja BN650. Then, add your dry ingredients (usually flour, salt, sugar, and yeast) directly into the bowl.
Step 2: Pulse to combine
Give the ingredients a few quick pulses to evenly distribute everything. This helps prevent clumps and gets the dry mix ready for the liquids.
Step 3: Stream in the liquids
With the processor running on low speed (or simply start the Auto-iQ Dough program) slowly pour your liquid ingredients (water, oil, milk, etc.) through the feed chute. This gradual addition helps the dough come together perfectly without getting too wet.
Step 4: Process until the dough ball forms
Keep the processor running until the dough pulls away from the sides and forms a smooth, slightly tacky ball that sticks just a little to your fingers but isn't sticky enough to cling to the bowl. It should feel soft and elastic and have a slight bounce when pressed.
Quick and Easy Pizza Dough
Ingredients:
- 1 packet (7g) active dry yeast
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- 1 cup (240ml) warm water (43-46°C)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cups (375g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
Instructions:
Step 1: Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl or jug, stir together the yeast, sugar, and warm water. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, until it becomes foamy on top. This means your yeast is alive and ready to go.
Step 2: Add Ingredients to the Processor
Install the Dough Blade in your BN650 bowl. Add the flour and salt. Give it a few quick pulses to combine.
Step 3: Mix the Dough
With the processor running (or using the Auto-iQ Dough setting) slowly pour in the yeast mixture through the feed chute, followed by the olive oil. Let the machine run until a dough ball forms and pulls away from the sides of the bowl. This should take around 30-60 seconds.
Dough Check: The dough should feel soft, elastic, and slightly tacky, like it's ready to bounce back when gently pressed.
Step 4: Rest & Rise
Remove the dough from the bowl and shape it into a smooth ball. Place it in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a tea towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes, or until it's doubled in size.
Step 5: Shape & Top
Once risen, preheat your oven to 220°C (200°C fan). Punch the dough down gently, then roll it out into a 30cm round. Place on a greased baking sheet.
Step 6: Bake to Perfection
Top with your favourite sauces, cheeses, and toppings. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and crisp.
Tip: Want to batch prep? Double the recipe and freeze half the dough after the first rise. It defrosts beautifully for future pizza nights.
Soft Sandwich Bread
Ingredients:
- 120ml warm water (43°C)
- 120ml warm whole milk (43°C)
- 2 teaspoons (7g) active dry yeast
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 1 large egg
- 1½ teaspoons kosher salt
- 410g all-purpose flour
Instructions:
Step 1: Activate the Yeast
In a small jug, combine the warm water, warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes, or until the mixture becomes frothy on top - your yeast is now activated.
Step 2: Add Remaining Ingredients
Install the Dough Blade in your BN650. Add flour and salt to the bowl and pulse a couple of times to mix. Then pour in the yeast mixture, followed by the butter and egg.
Step 3: Let the Processor Do the Work
Select the Auto-iQ Dough program or run the processor on low. Let it mix until a dough ball forms - this usually takes around 60 seconds. The dough should be soft, slightly tacky, and pull away cleanly from the sides.
Step 4: First Rise
Transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm spot for 20 to 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
Step 5: Shape the Dough
Lightly flour your work surface and gently press it into a 20cm square. Starting from the edge closest to you, roll the dough up tightly into a log, just like rolling a towel. Once it's rolled, pinch the seam to seal it and tuck the ends under slightly so the shape is even. Then place the dough, seam-side down, into your greased loaf pan, ready for its final rise. Cover again and let it rise until the dough just peaks above the rim. This should take about 20 minutes.
Step 6: Bake to Golden Perfection
Preheat your oven to 175°C (155°C fan). Remove the wrap and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the loaf sounds hollow when tapped.
Step 7: Cool & Slice
Let the bread cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a rack to cool completely for another 20-30 minutes before slicing.
Tip: For an extra-soft crust, brush the top with melted butter right after baking.
Step-by-Step Guide: Mixing Flawless Batters
Choosing Your Blade: Dough Blade vs. S-Blade
When it comes to mixing batters, the blade you choose matters. For soft, pourable batters (like cakes, muffins, pancakes, or brownies), you'll want to use the standard S-Blade. It's designed to blend wet and dry ingredients smoothly and evenly, giving you that perfect pour without overworking the mix. The Dough Blade, on the other hand, is your go-to for thick, structured doughs (like bread, pizza, or pastry), where you need more kneading than mixing.
The Method for Light & Airy Batters
For light, fluffy bakes, a gentle touch makes all the difference. Install the S-Blade and add your dry ingredients first. Give them a quick pulse to combine evenly. Add wet ingredients (like eggs, milk, oil, or butter) and pulse in short bursts to blend. Scrape down the sides of the bowl halfway through to make sure nothing is missed. Stop as soon as the batter is smooth - don't overdo it, or you'll end up with dense bakes instead of light, tender ones. The pulse function is what gives you better control so you can mix just enough - no guessing, no clumps, no stress.
Recipe Spotlight: 5-Minute Pancake Batter
Need breakfast in a hurry? This super-speedy pancake batter comes together in under 5 minutes using the Ninja BN650.
Ingredients:
- 125g all-purpose flour
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- Pinch of salt
- 180ml milk
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons melted butter or oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions:
- Install the S-Blade in your Ninja BN650.
- Add all dry ingredients to the bowl and pulse a few times to combine.
- Add the milk, egg, butter (or oil), and vanilla, then pulse again until the batter is just smooth - a few small lumps are perfectly fine.
- Let the batter rest for 2–3 minutes while you heat a pan over medium heat.
- Pour or scoop the batter into the pan and cook until bubbles form and the edges begin to set.
- Flip and cook until both sides are golden brown and fluffy.
Pro Tips for Perfect Results Every Time
Even with the best tools at your fingertips, a few expert tips can take your doughs and batters from good to great, ensuring consistent, bakery-worthy results every time.
- Don't Overfill: For even mixing, avoid cramming too much into the bowl. If you're doubling a recipe, process it in batches for smooth, consistent results.
- Chill Your Butter: Making pastry doughs? Use cold, cubed butter straight from the fridge. The food processor cuts it into the flour quickly and evenly, creating those perfect flaky layers when it bakes.
- Scrape Down the Sides: Take a quick pause halfway through mixing to scrape down the bowl. This makes sure everything is properly combined, especially in thicker mixes.
- Check the Texture: Dough too sticky? Add a tablespoon of flour at a time. Too dry? A splash of water will bring it back. Trust your hands - it should feel right before you move to the next step.
Your Shortcut to Baking Success
Baking is one of life's simple joys, but there's not always time for it. With the Ninja Professional Food Processor there is, turning what used to be a slow, messy chore into a quick, stress-free part of your day. With its powerful motor, roomy bowl, and smart Auto-iQ Dough program, you get perfect doughs and batters fast with the BN650, without sacrificing quality or flavour. So go ahead - embrace the fun of baking even when you don't have time. Make homemade fast and make every batch better than the last.
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