I first purchased a Cuisinart ICE-21 thinking Cuisinart would be a better quality brand but returned it after only using it a couple of times because the Cuisinart was so LOUD. When using it I couldn't stand to even be in the kitchen at the same time, it was awful. I had never owned an ice cream maker before but couldn't believe they all would be so noisy so decided to look for another brand. The Hamilton Beach 68220 makes the same amount of ice cream - both are 1.5 quart ice cream makers but this one is much quieter. It's also easy to clean and the ice cream comes out great. I purchased mine in June and have been using it regularly all summer, it's now October and it's running well and still quiet. I keep my ice cream maker on it's own shelf in my freezer so it's always ready to go. I let it freeze for 48 hours before using it the first time - I read that hint by another Amazon reviewer. I have been trying to make low sugar ice cream because my husband is diabetic and discovered if I use 1/3 cup "Splenda for Cooking" along with 1/4 cup Blue Agave Nectar the Blue Agave keeps the ice cream from freezing solid. I add the sweeteners to 2 cans of evaporated milk (I keep a few cans in the refrigerator ready to use) and 2 Tbsp. vanilla and it makes great low sugar vanilla ice cream. Amazon also sells great containers for keeping your homemade ice cream in - Tovolo Glide-A-Scoop Ice Cream Tub. They're kind of expensive but I think they're worth it, well made and just the right size to hold 1.5 quarts of ice cream. Read more
Purchased this after reviewing many other similiar in size. This was the cheapest in price. It did make great ice cream but you must freeze container and your mix over night. Mine never got thicker than a milkshake but froze into ice cream. It would really depend on your recipe as with any ice cream maker. It is just small. Enough for 2-3 adults. Read more
I just purchased this a few weeks ago. I have already made at least 6 batches and I am impressed! I was skeptical that frozen yogurt could be any good, but boy am I wrong! It is delicious! Also, easy. Rich frozen custard, also yummy. This baby is bringing out my mad scientist experimental side! The bucket does need to be well frozen, and the room shouldn't be too warm. I have found that one batch every other day works well. (Part of that could be my overcrowded freezer isn't so very cold). Pour in the ingredients, process for 20-30 minutes, eat! Easy to wash, everything is easy. My only complaint is that I may be eating too much... Read more
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The Hamilton Beach Ice cream maker is going to be a disappointment if you are attempting to make ice cream in a warm climate (such as here in Key West ) without the AC turned on. I couldnt get the HB to get the ice cream cold enough even though the container was cooled in the freezer at maximum setting for 48 hours and was additionally insulated with a towel. It ended up as soft ice cream. I cant recommend this product. Read more
Not only do we own one of these ourselves but we bought one for my Mother as well. It makes just the right amount for her. I love the way this makes ice cream! No salt or ice necessary. The trick to it is to make sure the maker is completely frozen (24Hrs Is best) and that you make sure your ice cream mixture is extremely cold!! Then this works very well. We haven't had any problems with it and when this one wears out I would definitely buy another one!! Read more
I tried it for the first time, and I think it did a decent job, in spite of the fact that I did not freeze all my fruits. After twenty minutes or so of stirring, my ingredients had the consistency of soft ice cream. Read more
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