Convert any KitchenAid stand mixer into an ice cream maker with this unique attachment. Simply store the unique freeze bowl in the freezer for a minimum of 15 hours, then make up to 2 quarts of frozen desserts in 20-30 minutes. The Ice Cream Maker Attachment produces a variety of frozen desserts, as well as fresh, pure soft-consistency ice cream.
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5 / 5.0
Amazing!:
I received this as a birthday gift, and couldn't be more happy with it! The first recipe I used was from the instruction manual for triple chocolate ice cream. I followed the instructions step-by-step, except using heavy whipping cream instead of regular whipping cream. This was easily the best chocolate ice cream I've ever tasted! I can't wait to try more recipes. Like a previous poster mentioned, I recommend using half the stated amount in the recipes to prevent a mess.
SIMPLE REMINDERS THAT MAY PROVE HELPFUL FOR 'FIRST-TIMERS':
Experience, the mother-lode for this gal! First, be sure to plan your recipe and steps at least two days ahead of your first attempt to make ice cream using this maker. You can also practice putting on the plastic adapter (the directions are useless). Just know that you'll have to push upwards to get it attached to the spring. Leave the mixer AND the paddle AND the eventual container for your concoction in the FREEZER a full 24 (or more) hours. Next, be sure to COOL your custard mixes a... more info
Not for all mixers:
A recent discussion on the cookware forum of chowhound pointed out that this attachment (ice cream maker) is not compatible with older stand mixers made prior to 1990. To be sure yours will work submit model and serial number to customer service at the KA site.
Simple ice cream maker:
Unlike some of the other attachments I have bought for my Kitchenaid (I think I have them all!), this one is very useful. It easily makes a small amount of ice cream or gelato. Just follow the directions carefully, if you put the dasher in improperly, it can break or damage your mixer. The second time I used it, I didn't hook it up right - it kept clicking when it rotated. The ice cream was fine, but the next time I tried to use my mixer with the mixing blade, I couldn't remove the blade. My husband got his... more info
