Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker Machine, 1.5 Quart Sorbet, Frozen Yogurt Maker, Double Insulated, White, ICE-21P1

I love this ice cream maker! So far, I've only made vanilla ice cream, but plan to make some different flavors very soon. The vanilla ice cream was simply delicious! I like it that you can control what is in your ice cream...or yogurt, etc. I feel that makes it a healthier choice. It's also more economical. I compared the cost with a major brand, and yes, it will save money if you make it yourself.It's super easy to make ice cream with this machine. You do need to be sure the bowl is frozen ahead of time. I just wash the bowl, dry it well, and keep it in the back of the freezer...that way it's always ready. If someone wanted to, they could purchase an additional bowl, but I myself am fine with just the single bowl....at least, for now. It's easy to clean everything, which is another plus. I don't like things that are difficult to clean, so it just makes it really nice to be able to clean it easily.One thing I learned is that it's helpful if you have some good containers to store the ice cream, yogurt, etc. in, so I purchased some ahead of using the machine.These are the ones I got, and they work great: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0BHPVVW2J?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1I also got these, but haven't used them yet: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079HSST6M?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_fed_asin_title&th=1

Great little machine! And even though the paddle attachment is plastic, it’s pretty durable. Wanted to review it after the first time I used it, and it went great! I’m not exactly sure how cold my freezer gets. But I put it in the back for a couple of days, made the custard base the night before, and churned it this afternoon. Even after about 18 minutes, the stuff was starting to get pretty thick. I still churned it for the duration that the recipe asked for, about 30+ minutes, and it was nice and frozen by the end. Almost like a thick gelato. I will say, it’s stuck to the paddle a bit, but the machine still did its job really well. I really enjoyed the process. I can’t wait to clean and refreeze the bowl for my next frozen treat. I also really like the price. It’s a great little starter machine, and I may stick to this brand when I get the more expensive model down the line. I think the manual is really cool. So many little recipes in there. The one I made isn’t from that. I believe the website is called Joy Food sunshine, and they have some fun ice cream recipes on there, but I’m eager to try a few from the manual,, especially the butter pecan, s’mores, and mint kinds. I think it makes enough for two to three people, but may need multiple batches for more. Thankfully, most homemade ice cream recipes that I’ve seen last several months in the freezer. Anyways, I was really pleased with how it went.

30 minutes to mix ingredients/prep (but you have to freeze inner tub for 24 hours ahead of use, so plan ahead!); 10 minutes for it to churn soft serve ice cream (strawberry, chocolate and vanilla so far). Great recipes included, easy clean-up, and makes just the right amount for my husband and I to freeze. If you plan to routinely serve larger groups, I suggest getting the 2 Quart size, but this (1.5 Quart size) is perfect for us, and I have also made some for family too. Most important, no preservatives, no additives, fresh ingredients! Very few ingredients required. Very easy to modify the recipes to create lower cal versions (use less cream, more milk!). It's quieter than blenders, bullets, mixers! As much as our family enjoys ice cream and yogurt ice cream, this is a great investment! Love it! Tip: buy some 1.5 quart ice cream storage containers- well worth the investment, and good for long term use.

I have relied on my Rival ice cream maker for many years, churning out many, many batches of good ice cream...but after so many years, i got tired of the rock salt and ice ordeal so i went for this model. GLAD I DID! I've made half a dozen batches so far and i'm pleased to say this works better than the salt/ice machine. A few comments:First, it's easier to do, and doesnt take any guessing on how much ice to salt than the traditional ice/salt machine. THer'es no messy clean up of salt and/or ice off the counter/floor, either.Second, it's quicker than advertised. While eveything says 20-25 minutes, i have yet to have a batch take longer than 15 minutes.Third, I did not have to turn my freezer down to the lowest setting either (i was concerned about wasting energy just for this!). I have it on a "5" out of "9" settings, and it's fine. I stuck the canister in the back, on the bottom shelf--which I assume is the coldest place. Just make sure the recipe you use is VERY cold before you throw it into the machine. (i often put it in the freezer for 30 min before i make ice cream). ANother tip: put the exterior clear casing into the freezer for a while before making the ice cream--it just helps insulate the canister all the more when it's turning.)Fourth, it's the quietest ice cream machine i've heard. No, you cant hear a pin drop in the other room, but i use it in the kitchen and can comfortably watch TV in my adjacent family room without having to adjust the volume at all. I can hear the machine churing, but it doesnt get in the way of hearing the TV.Fifth, so why 4 stars instead of 5? Her'es the only downside of the frozen canister v. salt/ice machines. Scooping the finished ice cream out of the heavy and awkward-to-handle canister and into a container for freezing, is challenging. The canister, understandably, is VERY cold. It seems off balance as you try to do this, too. And if you wait more than a moment, the ice cream quickly starts to freeze hard to the canister, so a rubber spatula (never use metal or you'll scratch the canister!), cant scrape the hardened ice cream off the sides very easily.Overall, GREAT ice cream maker. THe quality of the ice cream is good, with a nice, smooth texture.

This works very well. Easy to assemble. I change the recipes a little and the ice cream comes out wonderful. My fav is peanut butter with pecans.