12 best electric ice cream machine

Product description

Reminiscent of the old fashion ice cream makers of the past, This unit is a fast and easy way to make quarts of ice cream, frozen yogurt, or gelato. It features a locking motor mount, easy-to-clean bucket and a 6 quart aluminum canister. Simply add your ingredients into the aluminum canister, place in the middle of the bucket, layer with ice and salt and allow the electric motor do the rest. The durable churn paddle produces delicious creamy homemade ice cream, while the easy-clean plastic liner provides easy cleanup. Customize each recipe by adding extras like Strawberry preserves, cookie dough, candy pieces and much more. When done, Use the included lid and lid cap to store leftover ice cream in the freezer.

• 6-QUART CAPACITY: Makes up to 6-quarts of delicious ice cream, frozen yogurt or gelato
• NOSTALGIA ICE CREAM KITS: Unit works perfectly with all Nostalgia ice cream mixes - try Vanilla Crème (ICP825VAN), Chocolate (ICP825CHOC), Strawberry (ICP825STRAW), and No Sugar Added Vanilla (ICP825VANSF)
• EASY-TO-CLEAN: Bucket makes it easy to cleanup and wipe away messes
• SEE-THROUGH LIDS: Cover the ice cream canister with included see-thru lid to easily view ice cream flavor and for freezer storage
• POWERFUL ELECTRIC MOTOR: Electric motor does all the churning, which means no manual effort
• MOTOR LOCK: Notches keep the motor in place, keeping all parts secure during the ice cream making process
• REAL WOOD CONSTRUCTION: Reminiscent of Grandma's simple hand-crank ice cream maker, this bucket is made with real wood slats to create an old fashioned ice cream making experience
• RECIPES INCLUDED: Follow the recipes included in the manual or make your own delicious creation

User questions & answers

Question:	Is this electric are manual turn
Answer:	No.
Question:	do they make 220v version? thanks
Answer:	My ice cream canister is seamless, made of aluminum; the wooden bucket has a plastic liner so that you don't have to worry about a leaky wooden bucket.
Question:	Is the inside canister seamless
Answer:	The internal paddle is sturdy plastic. We love this ice cream maker. We have had it a year and it has worked well.
Question:	What type of internal paddle
Answer:	Rinse it out after each use with cold water. Make sure all salt is out of bottom. Rub lindseed oil on the outside (only) of bucket at leaste once a year, depending on how often you use it. I make a bactch each month.

Product description

The Cuisinart Electronic Ice Cream Maker makes 2 qts of ice cream in just 20 minutes! The machine includes a lid with ingredient spout and integrated measuring cup, a 2 qt freezer bowl and an improved paddle for faster processing time. The housing is a sleek brushed chrome with a simple LCD display with pushpad settings for ice cream, gelato or sorbet. It's also great for making frozen yogurt! The machine even features a count-down timer and shuts off automatically. Includes full instructions and a selection of recipes. Manufacturer's 3 year limited warranty. Measures 9.7\" l x 8.6\" w x 13.2\" h.

• Makes 2-quarts of ice cream, frozen yogurt, gelato or sorbet , UC Cubic Feet - 1.65 inches
• Improved paddle with faster processing time
• Control panel with LCD screen and 3 settings with multiple speeds. UC LWH - 12.50 x 12.88 x 18.00 inches
• Countdown timer with auto shutoff. MC Cubic Feet: 3.30
• Ingredient spout with integrated measuring cup

User questions & answers

Question:	Can this device make yogurt
Answer:	The description says that it can make frozen yogurt - to just use the ice cream setting. Cook's has a delicious recipe for frozen ginger yogurt, including instructions on how to keep it from tasting chalky or being too "icy".
Question:	Can I purchase extra bowls to freeze in refrigerator and if so, where do I go or what is the part number on Amazon to acquire them
Answer:	I bought the Tovolo Ice cream tubs and they are very sturdy with a removable inner plastic liner for easy cleaning. The large bowl itself that fits inside the machine is not supposed to have ice cream frozen in it because it can damage it. I leave the empty bowl in my freezer until I'm ready to make a batch and then empty the contents into a Tovolo tub. I looked at other tubs but this brand seemed to have the best reviews, was reusable, and decent in price. They fit about 1.5 quarts and I have a little extra in the machine that I either eat or just put in a small Tupperware dish. I know you can go directly on the Cuisinart website if you need any part numbers for a specific model. I did see extra bowls for the machine on their site and on amazon. Just get your model number for your machine and type that in the search box.
Question:	Does anyone know how this compares to the ICE-60W model
Answer:	The ICE-70 is a step up from the ICE-60W model -- it has an auto count-down feature. I chose the ICE-70 over any other model based on this article on the Best Ice Cream makers: http://bit.ly/1TClJZl.
Question:	Has anyone tried making Gelato? How does it turn out
Answer:	Gelato turns out very good. My wife tried a few different variations of coffee flavored gelato and we were happy every single time.

Product features

Cuisinart ICE-70 Electronic Ice Cream Maker

At the touch of one button, you can create two quarts of delicious frozen treats with the Cool Creations Ice Cream Maker in just 20 minutes. Making homemade ice cream, gelato, frozen yogurt, and sorbet of any type in any flavor couldn’t be easier with one-button operation for ice cream, gelato, and sorbet, convenient digital LCD time programming, and auto shutoff. The unique paddle makes fast work of processing. The sleek brushed metal housing makes it look as good as the treats it creates for your family and friends.

Features

- 2-quart capacity

- Improved paddle with faster processing time

- Control panel with LCD screen and 3 settings with multiple speeds

- Countdown timer with auto shutoff

- Ingredient spout with integrated measuring cup

- Recipe book

- BPA-free

Product description

With Hamilton Beach ice cream makers, you can enjoy creating homemade ice cream, frozen yogurt, sherbet and gelato in your own kitchen. Just add your favorite ingredients, sit back and relax — you'll be scooping delicious ice-cold desserts in no time. Smart design touches make Hamilton Beach ice cream makers easy to use, even if you're a beginner.

• Delicious versatility - Make ice cream, frozen yogurt, custard, sorbet, gelato and sherbet all with one ice cream machine
• Fully automatic - no stirring needed. Just add ingredients, ice & rock salt – it does all the work, then stops when ready
• Over 20 recipes included - Try the recipes inside or create your own unique taste by mixing in candy, cookies, or fresh fruit
• Easy-lock lid - Easily fits on top and locks in place with a quick turn
• 4 quart capacity - The perfect size for families and special occasions
• Ideal for anyone looking for a soft serve ice cream maker or a keto ice cream maker

User questions & answers

Question:	Is it easy to use
Answer:	Very Easy to use. Bought this one as a wedding present and they love it and also stated that it was easy to use. This is my second purchase for this model.
Question:	Can you make sherbets and sorbets with this ice cream maker
Answer:	Hello Catherine, Yes, the recipe book that came with the ice cream maker has recipes for sherbet and sorbet. I have used other recipes other than the ones in the book that it came with and they worked fine. I would think that any ice cream maker would be able to make any frozen desserts. There are also recipes for frozen yogurt.
Question:	DOes it come with a cap to cover the container while its in the freezer
Answer:	I find it best to put the leftovers in 16oz plastic containers or what size you want. It keeps for a few weeks that way.
Question:	how do you use it
Answer:	Put the mixture in the metal container and close it. Be sure the dasher/beater is in it. Hook up the motor. Start machine. Pack in layers with ice, then rock salt (1st layer goes up approx. 1/3 the height of the container), then more ice and more rock salt and continue on until you have layered up to the top. The machine should be running while you are doing this. Keep adding more ice and rock salt as it melts until the churning slows down and stops due to the thickness of the ice cream. The ice cream will be soft and should sit for a few minutes before the dasher is removed from the container. Remove the container from the ice and salt surrounding it. Freeze overnight if possible as the ice cream will harden as it freezes. Adding rennet to your ice cream mixture will insure a more solid texture but this depends on the recipe, and it is optional. Enjoy your machine. Hint: If you are using Vanilla, Mexican Vanilla will add a slightly coconut taste to some recipes....we love it and prefer the Mexican Vanilla.

Product features

Hamilton Beach 68330N 4-Quart Automatic Ice Cream Maker, White

With Hamilton Beach Ice Cream Makers, you can enjoy creating homemade ice cream, frozen yogurt, sherbet and gelato in your own kitchen. Just add your favorite ingredients, sit back and relax — you'll be scooping delicious ice-cold desserts in no time.

Smart design touches make Hamilton Beach Ice Cream Machines easy to use, even if you're a beginner.

Product description

The fast and easy way to make quarts of ice cream, frozen yogurt, or gelato. This unit features a locking motor mount, easy-to-clean plastic bucket and 4 quart aluminum canister. Simply add your ingredients into the aluminum canister, place in the middle of the bucket, layer with ice and salt, and let the electric motor do the rest. Soon you will have wonderful homemade ice cream. Customize each recipe by adding extras, like Strawberry preserves, cookie dough, candy pieces and more. When done, Use the included lid and lid cap to store leftover ice cream in the freezer.

• 4 quart capacity: great for party time or snack time, This unit makes 4-quarts of delicious ice cream, frozen yogurt or gelato - enough to feed everyone!
• NOSTALGIA ICE CREAM KITS: Unit works perfectly with all Nostalgia ice cream kits - try the Vanilla Crème, Chocolate or Strawberry Ice Cream Mixes (ICP825VAN8PK, ICP825CHOC8PK, ICP825STRAW8PK), or the Premium Ice Cream Starter Kit (ISK3)
• Cleanup is easy: with a plastic bucket that wipes away messes with ease, cleaning up afterwards is a breeze
• See-thru lid: to store Leftover ice cream in the freezer, a see-thru lid is included that fits on top of the canister
• Easy-carry handle: a carrying handle attached to the bucket makes it convenient to move your ice cream wherever it needs to go
• No manual effort needed: a powerful electric motor does all the churning, so no intensive stirring or manual effort is required!
• Motor lock: the electric motor locks into place, keeping all parts secure
• Recipes: use your own recipes, or follow the recipes included in the manual to get started making delicious and creamy ice cream

User questions & answers

Question:	can this ice cream maker make yogert and sorbit
Answer:	I believe that you should be able to make both yogurt and sorbet.
Question:	Does the ice cream freeze quickly
Answer:	No it does not, after 1 hour and 15 mins only an inch thick outside layer resembled ice cream theh rest was like an ice. I am disappointed and looking for a better freezer.
Question:	how many pounds of ice does it need for 1 batch of ice cream
Answer:	I've never measured but would Put ice cubes in a clean old pillow case and hammer to crush up ice 2 layer with rock salt. Once I ran out of ice it had just showed and there was tons of fresh untouched snow I filled bucket with and used it to make up for lack of ice.YES IT WORKED I WAS making peach ice cream with pecan praline grinded coarsely ground u can use Almonds too 4 this one 2 swirl into finished ice cream😋1 of mybrilliant ideas It was a cheap Rival brand exactly like the Agua bucket here It worked GREAT W.CHURNING I Covered it with a towel draped over it than a folded up blanket to retain the temp and cold as possible check once in a while Please make mixture chill over night and can n mixture pulse canister and whipping parts give u a head startAlso whatever containers ubplan to when finished transfer too for freezer storage A few time I shutoff n mixed it up scraping the bottom n side it will be clump like but churning it will make it uniformly smoothed out I use part finely pulsed chopped fruit and save some larger chunks to add when finished b4 the praline ive a expensive pro gelato machine with a freezer unit No ice need or frozen bowl used just pour mixtures in set up turn on nake one flavor after another Big bucks but this makes better and creamer fluffier ice cream Italian ices sorbettos I even made a ice tea iced ices O highly recommend and I'm buying another As the other was bought in1990 oftene simpler things are better This rivals against a $600 Machine bought mid 90s thats also A HEAVY 50 LPS OH 1 MORE THING about this I make it None dairy VEGAN and its fabulously creamy whipped up delicious.
Question:	I purchased this in 2011, but finally got around to opening it. There is no manual and no receipe. Do you have a link to one
Answer:	I just received mine 2 months ago and had no manual or recipe book in the packaging. I found this simple recipe for Old Fashioned Vanilla ice cream and my family loves it. It is not the custard type so requires no cooking. 2 cups heavy cream. 2 cups whole milk. 3/4 cup of sugar. 2 teaspoons good vanilla ( I use one vanilla bean). Pinch of salt. Whisk all the ingredients together until smooth. Pour into ice cream canister. Layer ice and rock salt or ice cream salt in the ice cream maker's bucket and turn it on. It takes about 25 minutes until soft serve and then I put it in a freezer container until hardened. It works well for us. Amazon says you can contact the manufacturer for a manual but I just googled recipes for it. Hope his helps!

Product description

Customize your homemade ice cream by adding any flavors or toppings you want. The Dash My Pint Ice Cream Maker makes up to 1.6 cups of fresh ice cream. No complicated assembly required with this convenient personal ice cream maker. Just freeze the cooling bowl overnight and pop in your prepared ice cream mixture in the morning. In less than 30 minutes you can enjoy homemade ice cream. Take the included mixing spoon and eat your ice cream right from the cooling bowl. A 1-touch button starts the appliance with no effort necessary so you don’t ever have to monitor your ice cream.

• HEALTHIER: Dash ice cream maker lets you make healthier, homemade ice cream right from your kitchen You control the ingredients (organic, sugar free, fresh fruit, all-natural), making it better for you and your family
• QUICK, EASY + CUSTOMIZABLE: Turns on and ready to go with just the push of a button 16 cups of fresh ice cream, gelato, sorbet, or frozen yogurt in less than 30 minutes Add chocolate, caramel, sprinkles, or your favorite condiments to customize your dessert
• COMPACT + LIGHTWEIGHT: Weighing less than 1 lb, this is a MUST-HAVE for that first apartment, smaller kitchen, college dorm life, or camper/RV traveling Disassembles easily for quick clean up and storage
• PERFECT GIFT: The perfect wedding gift, new home gift, or gift for kids Its small size takes up little counter space, and its sleek design and trendy color options will match any kitchen decor (add to your registry now!)
• INCLUDES: Backed by a 1-year manufacturer warranty, the 12-watt Dash Ice Cream Maker, includes cooling bowl, mixing spoon, recipe book, and recipe database access All non-electric parts are easily wiped clean
• U.S. BASED SUPPORT: Dash is a U.S. based company who provides contact information in each product manual

Product description

The Elite Gourmet 4Qt. Old Fashioned Electric Ice Cream Maker churns out delicious homemade ice cream in just minutes. It features a 4-quart heavy duty aluminum canister and a powerful 90-rpm motor, so making ice cream is fast, convenient and fun for the whole family! It’s great for entertaining at family parties, BBQ’s and picnics using all of your favorite ice cream, sorbet, gelato and even frozen yogurt recipes. The motor turns a six-fin paddle that whips air into the ingredients producing a smooth, rich soft serve ice cream. The paddle quickly crushes cookies, fruit, chocolate chips or a variety of other yummy toppings and thoroughly integrates them into the mixture. The old-fashioned Appalachian wood bucket holds ice and rock salt, keeping the canister at the optimal 10°F temperature. All parts conveniently remove for easy cleaning.

• 4-QUART CAPACITY: Freeze up to 4 Quarts of cold and creamy ice cream, gelato, frozen yogurt or sorbet. Perfect for party time, snack time, barbeques, picnics and big events - enough to feed everyone!
• EASY 3 STEP PROCESS: 1) Mix your favorite ingredients and place in canister, 2) assemble the unit and add ice + rock salt, 3) plug in and turn On.
• QUICK & EASY TO USE: The ice cream and dessert maker is simple to use. Simply add the ingredient mixture into the machine, use the automatic motor or manual hand-crank and you'll have a tasty dessert in a short time just like the old-fashioned way.
• WHISPER QUIET OPERATION: The electric motor conveniently locks onto the bucket, making sure all parts are interlocked for safe and quiet operation.
• CLEANUP IS EASY: The aluminum canister allows for easy wiping away of messes, cleanup afterwards is a cinch. Easily store leftover ice cream in your freezer, plus included is a see-thru lid that fits right on top of the ice cream canister. Dishwasher safe canister and lid.
• RECIPES - Use your own recipes, or follow the recipes included in the manual to get started making delicious and creamy ice cream without unnecessary additives and preservatives of store-bought ice cream.
• ETL APPROVED 50-watt/120V for home kitchen use. Includes Electric Motor, Wooden bucket with handle, Stabilizing Ring, Freezing canister with indent, canister lid and cap, stirrer, dasher paddle and bonus die-cast hand crank.
• 1-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY and US-BASED Customer Support Team lets you buy with confidence. Maxi-Matic has been providing quality products for over 35 years, send us a message or call our Toll-Free number in the instruction manual and a Support Team member will respond within 1 business day.

User questions & answers

Question:	For the hand crank (not the electric) attachment, are the gears all metal or are they plastic
Answer:	I believe they are a combination of both. Only the very old White Mountain hand crank ones were all metal gears. The plastic ones today, make it easier to crank, due to less friction, but are less sturdy of course.
Question:	Does the motor stop automatically when done
Answer:	NO! The motor will slow down, and turn very slowly, so you have to keep your ears tuned to the mixer. Once it slows, and stop from the ice cream being thick, you need to unplug as soon as possible or you could burn up your motor. Nothing to fear, just keep an ear and an eye on it, so when it slows or stops, then unplug immediately. But it does not stop on it's own, like a sensor, or automatic shutoff switch would do. This is still old school technology.
Question:	Does the plastic have a plastic or metal shaft that goes in the motor
Answer:	Metal

Product description

The Americana 1.5Qt. Electric ice cream maker churns out delicious homemade ice cream in less than 40 minutes. It features a 1.5-Quart quick freeze bowl and a powerful motorized paddle, so making ice cream is fast, convenient and fun for the whole family! It's great for entertaining at family parties, BBQ and picnics using all of your favorite ice cream, sorbet, gelato and even frozen yogurt recipes. The motor turns the paddle that whips air into the ingredients producing a smooth, rich soft serve ice cream. The paddle quickly crushes cookies, fruit, chocolate chips or a variety of other yummy toppings and thoroughly integrates them into the mixture. All parts conveniently remove for easy cleaning.

• Simple Freezing Bowl: The Mr. Freeze automatic ice cream maker comes with a convenient freezable bowl that allows you to quickly make ice cream directly in the unit.
• Easy Operation: Easily turn on the unit to churn your ice cream recipe with a simple control panel. No chemicals, alcohol or salt needed.
• Perfect Serving Size: The 1.5 Quart capacity provides just the perfect amount of servings for family and friends.
• Quick & Easy to Use: The ice cream and dessert maker is simple to use. Simply freeze the bowl overnight, then add the ingredient mixture into the machine, push a button and you'll have a tasty dessert in a short time.
• Includes Recipes:  Prepare homemade frozen yogurt, gelato, ice cream or sorbet from a variety of recipes included with your purchase.

User questions & answers

Question:	can you make the inside container and the in stainless steel
Answer:	I am not sure of your question its not quite clean- the ice cream container is aluminum
Question:	Is it cheaper than buying ice cream
Answer:	Hi, We thank you for your inquiry. Yes, we do believe this is cheaper than buying ice cream, in the long run.
Question:	How does the transparent cover come off
Answer:	facing the machine, turn the head (motor) to the LEFT, or clockwise, and lift up. to put it back on, put the head down on the unit so the little buttons falls into the groove. then turn the head to the right (counterclockwise), to lock in place.
Question:	Is there a recipe included
Answer:	I think so, but you don't want it. I'll give you a better one. 5 eggs, 1 quart milk, 1 quart half and half or Coffee Rich french vanilla, 1 and a half cups of sugar, 1 can of sweetened condensed milk, 1 tablespoon of vanilla, and a teaspoon of salt. Best homemade ice cream recipe ever.

Product description

• New mixing paddle makes frozen desserts in 20 minutes or less
• Large capacity makes up to 1-1/2-quarts
• Double insulated freezer bowl eliminates the need for ice
• Easy lock Transparent lid with Large spout makes adding ingredients simple and mess free.
• Limited 3-year

User questions & answers

Question:	is the mixing paddle supposed to turn? mine doesn't seem to do that, just the container turns
Answer:	Just read and review booklet instructions and it states the bowl and not the paddle turns. I also thought I had a defective ice cream machine until I re-read directions. Cuisinart should really print in boldface this fact. Would definitely save much aggravation. I love my Cuisinart ice cream machine !!!
Question:	does this make good yogurt
Answer:	I make frozen yogurt with this every week, and my recipe is SO easy: 1 quart VANILLA (not plain) yogurt, 1 pkg thawed frozen cherries (or berries of any type). No salt, no sugar, no milk, no nothin' else. Turn it on for 20 minutes and you're done. Yummy frozen yogurt. Other favorite flavors, always beginning with VANILLA yogurt: 1) coconut and chopped pecans; 2) 1/2 cup of mini chocolate chips
Question:	Can I make ice cream using this machine without eggs?, and does the maker come with a recipe book
Answer:	I stopped using eggs because for some reason, the ice cream would freeze too hard. I now use: 1 cup cream, 2 cup half-and-half, 3/4 cup sugar, 1 teaspoon vanilla, 1 teaspoon vodka (helps the freezing), pinch of salt, pinch of cinnamon. It's great.
Question:	As soon as my ice cream maker is full it continually roams around the counter what's up with that
Answer:	That sometimes happens due to having an extremely flat surface and moisture condensation buildup underneath the ice cream maker. It's science not magic.

Product features

Cuisinart Frozen Yogurt

Now you can make your favorite frozen yogurt at home in just 20 minutes or less! The fully automatic Cuisinart Frozen Yoghurt Ice Cream & Sorbet Maker lets you turn ingredients into a delicious and healthy frozen treat with no fuss and no mess. Simply add your ingredients to the bowl, press ON, and the machine does the rest!

Features:

- New patent-pending mixing paddle makes frozen treats in 20 minutes or less!

- Large capacity makes up to 1½ quarts

- Double-insulated freezer bowl eliminates the need for ice

- Easy-lock lid with large spout makes adding ingredients simple and mess free

Product description

Introducing the fast and easy way to make quarts of ice cream, frozen yogurt, or sorbet! Easily add ice and rock salt through the top of the ice cream bucket, then take the removable bucket off the base to keep ice cream cold when ready to serve. Best of all, use the unique hand crank candy Crusher to break up your favorite candy and cookie pieces to customize your ice cream creation. Perfect for adding ingredients like cookie dough, nuts, candy pieces, and more!

• Capacity - makes up to 2 quarts of ice cream, frozen yogurt or sorbet at a time
• Canister & dasher - mixing dasher and 2-quart aluminum Canister together to make smooth, creamy ice cream
• Durable motor - durable bottom-drive electric motor does all the churning - no manual effort
• Detachable bucket - detachable ice cream bucket keeps ice cream cold when ready to serve
• Ice & salt - top opening makes it easy to add ice and salt
• Candy crusher - hand crank candy crusher breaks up your favorite mix-ins and candy pieces to customize ice cream
• On/off - distinctive turn dial on/off Medallion

User questions & answers

Question:	Can this make soft serve ice cream
Answer:	Yes
Question:	Can you use your own recipe
Answer:	I have only used the Nostalgia brand ice cream and salt. You can get a variety of flovors. But if you have your own recipe I'd try it.
Question:	How much ice is required
Answer:	About 2 cups at start and 1-2 more as it runs. Crushed.
Question:	does this use reg salt as well as rock salt
Answer:	Hi Nancy, you can use rock salt or regular, however we recommend rock salt for better freezing. Please feel free to reach out to our Customer Care Team at 920-347-9122 with any further questions or visit us online at nostalgiaproducts.com.

Product description

ake additional flavors or larger quantities of your favorite desserts with this replacement bowl from Cuisinart. Double insulated, it holds up to two quarts of frozen dessert and works as both a replacement or a second bowl. Designed for the Automatic Frozen Yogurt-Ice Cream & Sorbet Maker, it maintains a low temperature so that ingredients freeze quickly and evenly. 7-1/2" diameter x 7-1/2" H, with a 1. 5 quart capacity

When the whole neighborhood brings the kids to your house, this extra freezer bowl provides needed flexibility by letting you make an additional batch of your favorite ice cream, frozen yogurt, or sorbet. Little assembly is required to use this extra bowl, as it's made to fit on the Cuisinart ice-cream maker. The bowl does not come with a lid for storage of your sweet creations, and so should be kept away from any heat source, and it's not dishwasher-safe. --Teresa Simanton

• Serves as alternative bowl for the Cuisinart ice cream maker
• Self-cooling feature eliminates need for salt or ice
• 1-1/2-quart bowl
• Hand washable
• Limited one-year warranty

User questions & answers

Question:	Will this work, if i want to use it to transfer the ice cream i made? to keep the ice cream cold for a longer time during the travel? say 30 minutes
Answer:	Yes, I re-freeze this after making sorbet/ice cream and then put the frozen treat in a container that fits inside. I thencover with another cold/freezer pack and put in cooler bag. After 1.5 hours of driving the sorbet was still solid.
Question:	Has anyone ever successfully made 2 batches of ice cream without re-freezing the canister between productions
Answer:	I have tried it and no, the second batch did NOT freeze up properly. Since I often have two flavors when I entertain, or need more than 1 and 1/2 quarts of ice cream, I bought a second canister. NOW I can make two batches in a row.
Question:	Is it possible to buy a lid for this? It would help keep the ice cream fresh and also keep the bowl clean when sitting in the freezer
Answer:	The lids for the Pyrex 1.75 qt round glass storage container fit this ice cream container perfectly.
Question:	What does the bottom of this look like? I need one that has a 10-sided 'flower' on the bottom where the turning device fits in
Answer:	The bottom of this looks like a flower petal.

Product description

Housed in brushed stainless steel with an embossed logo, this fully automatic small appliance makes frozen yogurt, sorbet, and homemade ice cream in as little as 25 minutes. The frozen-dessert maker features a heavy-duty motor and a double-insulated freezer bowl that holds up to 2 quarts of frozen dessert at a time. Simply add ingredients, turn the machine on, and frozen drinks and desserts are ready in minutes. Its large ingredient spout allows for easily adding favorite mix-ins, and an instruction book and recipes come included. A fun addition to any birthday party or backyard barbecue, the frozen-dessert maker measures approximately 8-1/4 by 8 by 11-1/4 inches.

• Fully automatic frozen yogurt, sorbet, and ice cream maker. Dimensions (LXWXH) : 8.25 x 8.00 x 11.25 inches
• Brushed stainless-steel housing; heavy-duty motor. BPA Free
• Large ingredient spout for easily adding favorite mix-ins
• Double-insulated 2-quart freezer bowl; instruction book and recipes included.UC Cubic Feet: 1.23
• Product Built to North American Electrical Standards.Cord storage, keeps countertops clutter free
• Your freezer should be set to 0°F to ensure proper freezing of all foods.
• Note: Kindly see the User manual below for how to use

User questions & answers

Question:	Why won't my lid stay on
Answer:	Because the plastic dasher/paddle gets warped (at first I thought it was from washing the paddle in the dishwasher, but I'm on my second machine after maybe five years and washing it in hot water after using it seems to have done the same thing so perhaps it's just from use) and so it doesn't revolve "flatly" in the circular groove in the clear plastic cover when it's placed on top. I find that eventually it seems to settle down and revolve evenly without any wobbling, so to speak. Rather than use tape, I've used a small but heavy pan with a base a bit larger than the top of the machine set on top of the clear plastic cover until it's revolving evenly - maybe the first five minutes of use. Other than that, and the need to use a hard - but not too hard: it has to have some flex - plastic utensil to remove the last of the frozen ice cream from the interior bottom and sides of the freezer bowl because it's made of aluminum and scratches incredibly easily, it's a terrific unit.
Question:	my machine will not freeze the mixture after the tub in freezer for a week. its like cold milk with some ice. two different batches same results.Why
Answer:	Quality ice cream from plain milk?? no way! I use half and half along with heavy cream and get the most delicious ice cream you can imagine! and in only 25 minutes. Also turn your freezer down. If your freezer is empty it may not even go to zero degrees! I clean and rinse the tub quickly and return it to the freezer quickly. Its still mostly frozen when I put it back in and only takes 2-3 hours to refreeze completely! I bought a second tub but never need to use it! This thing has worked perfectly for me and everyone loves my ice cream! The secret is in the better ingredients. more costly yes...but sooo worth it! My recipe: 3cups of half and half. 2cups of heavy cream. 1&1/2 cups of C&H sugar dissolved in the cream. 2 table spoons of imitation vanilla. 1 tiny pinch of salt. Try you will love it! Please don't order a round steak and expect a filet mignon. life does not happen that way. ENJOY!
Question:	Is the interior of the mixing bowl stainless steel
Answer:	The interior of the mixing bowl scratched after first use. So I don't think it is stainless steel
Question:	Is Cuisinant ICE-30BC machine easier than Cuisinart ICE-21 to use
Answer:	They both look exactly the same in function, its just the 21 is a bit smaller and has more plastic. Check this guy's video on Youtube and it breaks down the ICE-21. http://youtu.be/jPPdSCHBTR4And he did the same for the ICE-30BC: http://youtu.be/Q40vHKdJmpY

Product features

Cuisinart Pure Indulgence Frozen Yogurt Sorbet & Ice Cream Maker

What's better than one quart of luscious homemade ice cream, sorbet, or frozen yogurt? Two quarts! The fully automatic Cuisinart Pure Indulgence makes 2 quarts of your favorite frozen desserts or drinks in as little as 25 minutes.

Product description

The Elite Gourmet 4Qt. Old fashioned electric ice cream maker churns out delicious homemade ice cream in less than 40 minutes. It features a 4-Quart heavy duty aluminum canister and a powerful 90-rpm motor, so making ice cream is fast, convenient and fun for the whole family! it's great for entertaining at family parties, BBQ and picnics using all of your favorite ice cream, sorbet, gelato and even frozen yogurt recipes. The motor turns a six-fin paddle that whips air into the ingredients producing a smooth, rich soft serve ice cream. The paddle quickly crushes cookies, fruit, chocolate chips or a variety of other yummy toppings and thoroughly integrates them into the mixture. The old-fashioned Pine wood bucket holds ice and Rock salt, keeping the canister at the optimal 10°f temperature. All parts conveniently remove for easy cleaning.

• Makes 4 quarts of cold and creamy ice cream, gelato, frozen yogurt, or sorbet.
• Hand-crafted solid Pine wood bucket.
• Great for barbeques, family parties and picnics
• Powerful electric motor-driven paddle to whip creamy consistency.
• Makes fresh ice cream in just 40 minutes.

User questions & answers

Question:	What ingredients do you need
Answer:	Hello, Yes, you are able to combine all all ice cream ingredients. Please feel free to contact us at support@maxi-matic.com, if you need further assistance. Elite by Maxi-Matic Customer Care Team
Question:	Can you use ice cream mixes with this
Answer:	It is a 4 quart and it is electric
Question:	Is it a 4 quart or a 1.5 quart and is it electric
Answer:	Hello, The Elite Gourmet Electric Maker is only 110V. Please feel free to contact Customer Service at (800) 365-6133, if we can be of any further assistance. Elite Platinum Customer Support Elite Platinum Customer Support
Question:	Is this only 110V or does it work on 220V
Answer:	If only your canister is turning, then the ice is to compacted. Add a bit of warm water as it’s turning to get the canister to stop turning. Canister should only turn once ice cream is thick enough to stop the process.