Making ice cream at home is easier than most people think. The Cuisinart Solo Scoops ICEM10U is small enough for one or two people and doesn't need much freezer or cupboard space. Freeze the bowl, pour in a chilled mix and it churns in about 25 minutes.
At a glance
- Makes ice cream, gelato, sorbet and frozen yoghurt
- 475 ml freezer bowl, about 8 scoops
- Ready in about 25 minutes
- Wide funnel for adding chocolate chips, nuts or fruit
- One-touch churning
- Paddle and lid are dishwasher safe
Before you start
Put the bowl in the freezer for at least 12 hours. It needs to be frozen solid. Many people keep it in the freezer all the time so it's always ready.
Easy no-cook vanilla ice cream
- 150 ml double cream
- 100 ml whole milk
- 40 g caster sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Whisk everything together until the sugar dissolves.
- Chill the mix in the fridge for at least an hour. A cold mix churns better.
- Assemble the machine, switch it on, and pour the mix in through the funnel.
- Churn for about 20 to 25 minutes until thick, adding chocolate chips or crushed biscuits in the last few minutes.
- Eat it soft, or freeze it in a container for a firmer scoop.
Tips
- Don't overfill the bowl. The mix expands as it churns.
- For sorbet, blend ripe fruit with sugar syrup and a squeeze of lemon, then chill before churning.
- Let the bowl come to room temperature before washing it, and don't put it in the dishwasher unless the manual allows.
Frequently asked questions
Why didn't my ice cream thicken?
Usually the bowl wasn't frozen for long enough, or the mix wasn't cold. Freeze the bowl for at least 12 hours.
Can I make dairy-free ice cream?
Yes. Try coconut milk or oat-based mixes, or make a fruit sorbet.
Where to buy
The Cuisinart Solo Scoops ICEM10U is available from Clean Smile Home with UK delivery.
This guide is general information. Always read and follow the instructions and safety advice that come with your appliance.
