I was wondering if the whisk attachment is desirable or needed, for example, to whip cream? Or if you have one, do use use it and for what?
165621
I don't think I would ever use a whisk... and I use this thing for a lot of stuff. I make protein drink smoothies, even with ice, although I've heard that crushing ice may shorten the life of the blender. I make salad dressings and puree my husband's soups right in his soup mug. I've mashed potatoes with it, but I like my potatoes pretty stiff and it labored a bit with that job. It's not an all-purpose tool, it's great at what it does, but I still need a mixer. But... probably not a stand blender. I love it cuz I can zoom together my protein drink, whir it around in a mug with a little soapy water in it, run it under the faucet, and it goes back in the drawer.
165622
I don't think I would ever use a whisk... and I use this thing for a lot of stuff. I make protein drink smoothies, even with ice, although I've heard that crushing ice may shorten the life of the blender. I make salad dressings and puree my husband's soups right in his soup mug. I've mashed potatoes with it, but I like my potatoes pretty stiff and it labored a bit with that job. It's not an all-purpose tool, it's great at what it does, but I still need a mixer. But... probably not a stand blender. I love it cuz I can zoom together my protein drink, whir it around in a mug with a little soapy water in it, run it under the faucet, and it goes back in the drawer. I don't think I would ever use a whisk... and I use this thing for a lot of stuff. I make protein drink smoothies, even with ice, although I've heard that crushing ice may shorten the life of the blender. I make salad dressings and puree my husband's soups right in his soup mug. I've mashed potatoes with it, but I like my potatoes pretty stiff and it labored a bit with that job. It's not an all-purpose tool, it's great at what it does, but I still need a mixer. But... probably not a stand blender. I love it cuz I can zoom together my protein drink, whir it around in a mug with a little... » Read More I don't think I would ever use a whisk... and I use this thing for a lot of stuff. I make protein drink smoothies, even with ice, although I've heard that crushing ice may shorten the life of the blender. I make salad dressings and puree my husband's soups right in his soup mug. I've mashed potatoes with it, but I like my potatoes pretty stiff and it labored a bit with that job. It's not an all-purpose tool, it's great at what it does, but I still need a mixer. But... probably not a stand blender. I love it cuz I can zoom together my protein drink, whir it around in a mug with a little soapy water in it, run it under the faucet, and it goes back in the drawer. « Show Less
165623
The whisk attachment is perfect for whipping cream, but it is not heavy duty. For other things than cream, or big quantities, I use my stand mixer.
165624
I don't have the whisk attachment, I use the main attachment to scramble eggs, make malts, puree. I have used it to whi cream putting it in a chilled deep bowl
336965
No, it does not come with a whisk attachment, but you can purchase one here: Cuisinart DLC-055TX-1 Food Processor Whisk Attachment
693016
I have not actually used the beater this way, but the attachments are secure when I use them for anything else. I think it would work well to make your sauce.
1140550
Unfortunately, I haven't tried it for anything but ice cream yet, so can't give a good answer. I would think you'd need a second spoon to scrape the dough off the ice cream scoop, as it had no "releaser", but otherwise it would work just the same as a tablespoon, or whatever tool you used to use.
862775
Yes, it is great for whipping cream, eggs, etc. It is much better than the KA at incorporating air when whipping. The only drawback is that it is not good at handling small quantities (>1lb) of high hydration bread doughs.
933216
Just fine. It HAS a batter paddle. The whip paddle is for cream, meringue, and things like vinaigrette. You don't want to incorporate a lot of air into cake batter and the the paddle included with the Compact does an excellent job.
971558
I don't have info on the motor, other than both use 60 Hz frequency and 120 volts. For those wondering about the need for attachments, I have the full set, but the immersion blender stick (with mainly the blender attachment, instead of the wire wisk) does get used the most. I will use the wire wisk attachment (for small batches of whipped cream, for low fat mayonaise and whipping egg whites) and the chopper attachment for small jobs. Yet, if you already have a small chopper that you use, then I don't see the need for this attachment. Also, if you don't make small batches of whipped cream or mayonaise or egg whites, then this may be a useless attachment for you. I don't have info on the motor, other than both use 60 Hz frequency and 120 volts. For those wondering about the need for attachments, I have the full set, but the immersion blender stick (with mainly the blender attachment, instead of the wire wisk) does get used the most. I will use the wire wisk attachment (for small batches of whipped cream, for low fat mayonaise and whipping egg whites) and the chopper attachment for small jobs. Yet, if you already have a small chopper that you use, then I don't see the need for this attachment. Also, if you don't make small batches of... » Read More I don't have info on the motor, other than both use 60 Hz frequency and 120 volts. For those wondering about the need for attachments, I have the full set, but the immersion blender stick (with mainly the blender attachment, instead of the wire wisk) does get used the most. I will use the wire wisk attachment (for small batches of whipped cream, for low fat mayonaise and whipping egg whites) and the chopper attachment for small jobs. Yet, if you already have a small chopper that you use, then I don't see the need for this attachment. Also, if you don't make small batches of whipped cream or mayonaise or egg whites, then this may be a useless attachment for you. « Show Less
1560011
I never used the whisk attachment. I used the beaters once and the bowl spins automatically. I was so disappointed in this mixer I donated it to a local charity for a rummage sale.
1733417
sorry, i have never tried to get other attachments . this is adequate for my needs..eggs, potatoes, cream. blending things.
1440573
We have had no trouble with the attachments. We have a metal hook, plastic/metal whip and another attachment. All in all this has been a great mixer for us. we have used it extensively and have had no problem!
402182
I do have both attachments. The Side Swipe is better for mixing heavy batters. The attachment is heavier than the Flex Edge. I do use the fles Edge for light batters like milk based ones. Overall the SideSwipe is a better choice for more consistent mixing.
336968
No, it does not come with a whisk attachment, but you can purchase one here: http://www.amazon.com/Cuisinart-DLC-055TX-1-Processor-Whisk-Attachment/dp/B000PJ6VS6
933214
The mixer comes with three attachments and we use the whisk attachment for mixing batter. We've made corn bread and cakes and it works just fine. Really like this mixer and use it a lot!
453960
The beaters are like two whisks, not like the old style flat bladed ones. I think it would do a fine job of whipping cream. Just make sure you have a very deep bowl because it is very powerful.
453963
It does not come with a whisk attachment though it has high speeds and can whip anything
1744895
I have not tried whipping cream with it, however, i would assume that with its high speed potential it could whip cream given the correct temp. etc.
810551
The answer is no. However, I would say that for every single mixing task that I've used it for, the newly-designed whisk-type beaters are completely adequate - and an pleasant and unexpected innovative improvement over the traditional chrome bladed-beaters. I think it also comes with another set of lighter weight (whisk-type) beaters, but I've never had occasion or reason to use those. I wouldn't hesitate about purchasing this mixer because of the beaters, not even for a second. Good luck.