Cuisinart 1-1/2-Quart Automatic Ice Cream Makers
Jun/0912
Creating up to 1-1/2 quarts of ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet, or frozen drinks at home takes only about 20 minutes with this electric appliance, and salt and ice are not needed. After the machine’s chilling chamber has been in the freezer for about eight hours the liquid between its walls becomes thoroughly frozen. The chamber then goes atop the power base, the unit’s paddle goes into the chamber, the transparent top is locked in place, and the machine is turned on. Ingredients go into the chamber through an opening in the top as the paddle turns. The chamber chills the ingredients to whatever consistency is desired–though dense treats are hard to make because the paddle churns in air. Chocolate chips, chopped fruit, nuts, and other special ingredients can be added toward the end. The nonstick chamber makes cleanup a snap. Storing it in the freezer ensures a frozen confection is only 20 to 40 minutes away when the mood strikes. The machine measures 10 inches in diam (more…)
2:13 am on June 21st, 2009
1.0 out of 5 stars
broke 1st time used
the plastic unit that is used to spin the ice cream broke the first time I used it tring to reach someone for a replacment is impossible and I now have a great paper weight…
3:39 am on June 21st, 2009
5.0 out of 5 stars
A super easy way to make ice cream and frozen desserts
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5:50 am on June 21st, 2009
4.0 out of 5 stars
Does what it says
This is a pretty cool ice cream maker. Does what it says.. The only reason I give it 4 stars is because of the noise level when it is running.
6:52 am on June 21st, 2009
So far, my wife and I have made a batch of mint chocolate chip, and cookies and cream. Both were excellent! We made these using the “simple” recipe (no eggs or cooking required). These recipes taste like Breyer’s (which is an A+ rating by our standards). Not a surprise, because if you examine a carton of Breyer’s, you’ll see the same simple ingredients (cream, milk, sugar, real vanilla or mint extract) — no “xantham gum” or what-not. I disagree with the other review here that says the ice cream doesn’t freeze well (after making) — in fact, we think the texture is better after it firms up a bit. We compared this product to a similar one by Krups, but the Cuisinart has a more powerful motor and a better warranty. We are looking forward to trying frozen daquiris, slushies, and other ice cream flavors. This is a great machine!
8:36 am on June 21st, 2009
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Ice Cream Maker
This maker worked perfectly, exactly as directed & proposed. It was not loud, the ice cream was at soft-serve consistency by 22 minutes and firmed up even more by 25 minutes in…
9:50 am on June 21st, 2009
I asked my husband to buy this machine for me for Christmas instead of jewelry, and have no regrets! I love all the sorbets, ice milks and ice creams that we can make. It is simple to use, and the results taste great!
My only complaint is how loud the machine is. I can’t really let the machine run while we are having dinner unless I put the ice cream maker far away from the kitchen and dining room. But other than that inconvenience, I can’t complain.
I would agree with the other reviewers — use cold ingredients, and start your ice cream as soon as you take the bowl out of the freezer. I let my bowl freeze for at least two days before using it. I put it in a plastic bag, and then put a zip-loc bag of ice in the container just to be sure.
I have a hard time using all of the egg yolks and heavy cream to make true “ice cream” (although a splurge once in awhile isn’t a bad thing!). I try to stick to the lower fat recipes. You can find endless recipes and ideas on the internet. I must admit that when in a hurry I just throw together some milk, half and half, real mexican vanilla, sugar, and a pinch of salt (no recipe here, just taste it to your own creaminess and sweetness level) to make ice cream for dessert. It’s like having fresh soft serve. Yum!
If you would like your own ice cream maker, you can’t go wrong with this machine!
9:58 am on June 21st, 2009
3.0 out of 5 stars
helpful tip
The large opening in the top is great to check the progress and put extra ingredients in, but it is a huge source of cold loss.
2:14 pm on June 21st, 2009
4.0 out of 5 stars
Fab!
Easy to use and easy to clean but I wish there were more ideas in the booklet included.
3:17 pm on June 21st, 2009
3.0 out of 5 stars
Everything has to be just right or it throws a temper tantrum.
This machine is easy to use yet not easy to use it can be very temperamental. Best to not have any distractions while setting up to make ice cream.
3:51 pm on June 21st, 2009
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Ice Cream
Makes great ice cream 30 mins and your done. Use heavy cream and hole milk for high quality ice cream. Good or better than Breyers
9:53 pm on June 21st, 2009
5.0 out of 5 stars
Great Idea!
I saw the use of a similar (bigger more costly) machine on an episode of Martha Stewart. After researching, I decided from reviews to order this ice cream maker.
1:20 am on June 22nd, 2009
5.0 out of 5 stars
Works as expected
This product works great, if the unit kept in the freezer for long enough, the consistency of the ice cream gets very good. It’s easy to clean as well.