How long do you need to freeze the bowl before using?
845227
Over night is best....Are at the least 4 to 6 hr.I love this and have tweak the books recipes and if you would like will share....
845228
Over night is best.... Are at the least 4 to 6 hr. I love this and have tweak the books recipes and if you would like will share....
845229
I keep this bowl in the freezer all the time so it will be ready at a moment's notice whenever I decide to make ice cream. I am not sure what the directions say how long it needs to be in the freezer to freeze the gel that is in between the walls - seems like it says 24 hours. If you keep it in the freezer it becomes a none issue. It works real well. I highly recommend it - sometimes I think I should get the second bowl to make ice cream for larger groups. One could make ice cream ahead of time, freeze it and make another later. If you add xanthum gum to it it does not get as icy as it would otherwise. I keep this bowl in the freezer all the time so it will be ready at a moment's notice whenever I decide to make ice cream. I am not sure what the directions say how long it needs to be in the freezer to freeze the gel that is in between the walls - seems like it says 24 hours. If you keep it in the freezer it becomes a none issue. It works real well. I highly recommend it - sometimes I think I should get the second bowl to make ice cream for larger groups. One could make ice cream ahead of time, freeze it and make another later. If you add xanthum gum to it it does not get as icy as it... » Read More I keep this bowl in the freezer all the time so it will be ready at a moment's notice whenever I decide to make ice cream. I am not sure what the directions say how long it needs to be in the freezer to freeze the gel that is in between the walls - seems like it says 24 hours. If you keep it in the freezer it becomes a none issue. It works real well. I highly recommend it - sometimes I think I should get the second bowl to make ice cream for larger groups. One could make ice cream ahead of time, freeze it and make another later. If you add xanthum gum to it it does not get as icy as it would otherwise. « Show Less
845230
Hi Cherie. I just leave mine in the freezer all summer...I think it says somewhere in the manual that it takes up to overnight to be really frozen enough to do the job. I don't like having to think ahead like that...if I want to make ice cream, I want to make ice cream! So mine is always ready to go another round after I've finished making a batch.
845231
I think the directions said 24 hours? Maybe it was 12 I can't recall exactly. I made a space in my freezer for it when I got it home so it had been in there for a week or so but it is too much space to leave it in there permanently.
845232
I believe the book says 24hrs. Mine is always in the freezer so it is ready to use at any time. Love this ice cream machine!
716034
I put it in the freezer for 20 mins. It kept it cold for 15 mins. I hope this helped.
2220900
We typically let ours freeze overnight and that works best. It does not work if it's only in the freezer for an hour or two.
2070180
I doubt it (unless you have a freezer compartment that sits at the top of your fridge?). In order to not overchurn the ice cream and end up with icky tasting granules of what is essentially butter you can't churn it for more than 15 or so minutes (there are directions with the machine). If the bowl isn't extremely cold you'll have ice cream soup instead of a soft serve that will harden up after going into the freezer. That being said, I have an average fridge with a freezer section and it's always been fine in there, but the directions say to leave the bowl in the freezer for around 24 hours before using. It's a long process. I doubt it (unless you have a freezer compartment that sits at the top of your fridge?). In order to not overchurn the ice cream and end up with icky tasting granules of what is essentially butter you can't churn it for more than 15 or so minutes (there are directions with the machine). If the bowl isn't extremely cold you'll have ice cream soup instead of a soft serve that will harden up after going into the freezer. That being said, I have an average fridge with a freezer section and it's always been fine in there, but the directions say to leave the bowl in the freezer for around 24... » Read More I doubt it (unless you have a freezer compartment that sits at the top of your fridge?). In order to not overchurn the ice cream and end up with icky tasting granules of what is essentially butter you can't churn it for more than 15 or so minutes (there are directions with the machine). If the bowl isn't extremely cold you'll have ice cream soup instead of a soft serve that will harden up after going into the freezer. That being said, I have an average fridge with a freezer section and it's always been fine in there, but the directions say to leave the bowl in the freezer for around 24 hours before using. It's a long process. « Show Less
365157
Wet it the wring out water leaving slightly moisteThen Put in freezer for at least three hoursOr leave it in till needed
415389
There is no ice. Something in the walls of the bowl freezes solid. I keep mine (the bowl part) in the freezer all summer so it's always ready when I want to use it.
2054684
This will last a very long time....After you use it for the first time you must keep it refrigerated....I freeze mine and until I am ready to use it again
1225418
We shave a large bowl full and store it in the freezer for later use. It forms a slight "crust" if harder ice but generally stays nice and soft. I would expect a cooler full might melt some.
326076
I usually put in fridge if using within 2-3 days. Otherwise I freeze, usually I use that within a couple of weeks but I am sure it stays good longer in feezer
981896
At least six hours. I fill mine up about 1/4 put in the freezer when it gets frozen I put cold water over the frozen ice and it will stay cold 8 to 10 hours or longer. I love mine.
1062564
We have some small containers that we put it in and freeze it. Pop it in the microwave later.
1820319
We have no problem with keeping the bowl in the freezer all the time. We get it out and use it, putting it back in again ready for the next time. Thank you.
2252560
The texture doesn't seem to get harder than softserve from the machine (unfortunately) You can freeze it in a tupperware in the freezer if you like the hand-dipped style texture. I find overchurning the mixture lets the ice cream turn back into "soup" as the bowl gives up all its chill, so maybe stop it at 20 or 25 minutes rather than waiting 30.
2107572
Put it in the freezer at least 30 minutes to a few hours. I put it in a Ziploc bag.
1652171
Hi Jessica: The instructions say to remove the ice cream from the mixer bowl within 30 minutes, otherwise it will be hard to remove. I transfer the frozen mixture to another bowl and clean out the mixer bowl. Then, I can put the mixer bowl back into the freezer to be ready for the next batch.
1625482
I think you can freeze it, how long it will last has a lot to do with how you wrap. Not more than 6 months if you care about freezer burn. I have never frozen, just wrap and put back in the fridge.
2107027
No, simply freeze the metal insert in the freezer (I recommend a full 24-hours) and take out of the freezer as soon as you have all the items from the recipe you are using mixed together. Then take the metal insert out of the freezer and pour in your mix and follow the instructions. The key is to take out the insert as soon as you are ready to start making the ice cream. Hope this helps.