How long does it take before you can make a 2nd batch of ice cream with this extra bowl (someone mentioned you have to let the motor cool down)?
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My son waited only about 1/2 hour, long enough to assemble the next ingredients and then start the cooling process.
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Hi Liv. We do t use the machine at all we just use the frozen liner and mix it by hand. So in our case we would just mix our batch and then put it back in the freezer and I imagine you could get another batch in 15 or so?
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It's not the motor that needs to cool down - it's the bowl itself. The freezing process comes as the cold material between the inner and out walls of the bowl takes away heat from the ice cream mixture. For best results, keep the bowl in your deep freeze rather than the freezer portion of your refrigerator. Dedicated freezers are colder. It takes about six hours to "recharge" the mixing bowl after you run a batch. I purchased a second mixing bowl so that I would have the option of a second mix without waiting overnight.......
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I have had two bowls since I bought this until about two years ago. I have made ice cream without stopping for about 3 hours, (4 - 5 batches) with no problems at all. This is a great unit.
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If it's not a big deal, microwaving the ice cream in it's container for 30 seconds will help soften it enough to scoop without great effort. Or setting the container of ice cream on the counter on it's side for 5 to 10 minutes or more also helps allow it to thaw a bit. Tipping it allows the cold to fall down. You can place the container in a baking pan or cookie sheet if you tend to forget and don't want soupy ice cream dripping off the counter.
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Hi there,I use the cuisinart ice 100 frequently to make all kinds of ice cream. I have found that the less I fill the bucket the harder the ice cream comes out, however it never stays too hard because it gets soft very quickly at room temperature. To answer your question, it has been my experience that if you put your freshly made ice cream in a sealed container and then in the freezer, it will harden and behave more closely to store bought ice cream. However, I did notice some 'icing' if I refroze and refroze again.Edit- the responses below also make excellent points. The ingredients and recipe you use, may also be a factor. Hope this was helpful.EMP Hi there,I use the cuisinart ice 100 frequently to make all kinds of ice cream. I have found that the less I fill the bucket the harder the ice cream comes out, however it never stays too hard because it gets soft very quickly at room temperature. To answer your question, it has been my experience that if you put your freshly made ice cream in a sealed container and then in the freezer, it will harden and behave more closely to store bought ice cream. However, I did notice some 'icing' if I refroze and refroze again.Edit- the responses below also make excellent... » Read More Hi there,I use the cuisinart ice 100 frequently to make all kinds of ice cream. I have found that the less I fill the bucket the harder the ice cream comes out, however it never stays too hard because it gets soft very quickly at room temperature. To answer your question, it has been my experience that if you put your freshly made ice cream in a sealed container and then in the freezer, it will harden and behave more closely to store bought ice cream. However, I did notice some 'icing' if I refroze and refroze again.Edit- the responses below also make excellent points. The ingredients and recipe you use, may also be a factor. Hope this was helpful.EMP « Show Less
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Yes, I am 100% certain that the inside of the bowl is indeed stainless steel. I bought two of these Cuisinart ice cream bowls so that if we wanted to make two different kinds of ice cream, we wouldn't have to wait for another 12-24 hours for the bowl to become frozen again. There is some kind of liquid or gel located inside the sides of the bowl (the sides are about 3/4" thick), so the bowl freezes very nicely in the freezer and ice cubes are therefore not needed to be put around the outside of the bowl when you make ice cream. In terms of product quality, the stainless steel material and the workmanship are both excellent. Yes, I am 100% certain that the inside of the bowl is indeed stainless steel. I bought two of these Cuisinart ice cream bowls so that if we wanted to make two different kinds of ice cream, we wouldn't have to wait for another 12-24 hours for the bowl to become frozen again. There is some kind of liquid or gel located inside the sides of the bowl (the sides are about 3/4" thick), so the bowl freezes very nicely in the freezer and ice cubes are therefore not needed to be put around the outside of the bowl when you make ice cream. In terms of product quality, the stainless steel material... » Read More Yes, I am 100% certain that the inside of the bowl is indeed stainless steel. I bought two of these Cuisinart ice cream bowls so that if we wanted to make two different kinds of ice cream, we wouldn't have to wait for another 12-24 hours for the bowl to become frozen again. There is some kind of liquid or gel located inside the sides of the bowl (the sides are about 3/4" thick), so the bowl freezes very nicely in the freezer and ice cubes are therefore not needed to be put around the outside of the bowl when you make ice cream. In terms of product quality, the stainless steel material and the workmanship are both excellent. « Show Less
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China, where else? Unit appears to be underpowered. While the manual indicates the machine can make ice cream or sorbet in 20 or 30 minutes, figure on more like an hour, and then mix is still a bit too soft.
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it doesn't make it cold but it does cool it down. The ice melts just the same as it would sitting out. so about an hour or so depending on where you have it sitting.
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no if it gets to hard it well break the mixer, 60 mins should make soft ice cream, if you want a thicker add more cream to your mix, and less milk
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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.
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We gave this to our son, who loves it & uses it a lot. I asked him & this is his response: "I'm not sure on the ice cream maker, since normally I scoop it out and into Tupperware once it's done. That's what I'd recommend; however, it stays cold for quite a while, so once you finished making the ice cream, you could probably leave it in there for a bit - maybe 45 minutes or so? That's just a guess though."
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The machine's main compartment is like a freezer pack... you put it in the freezer and it freezes. You put the ice cream mixture in, it churns and chills and becomes "icy" as it churns over about 20 minutes. Then you place it in the freezer (in it's final container not the machine) and you have ice cream. Timing all depends on your recipe and how dense you like your ice cream. I tend to let mine sit over night because I like a very solid dense ice cream. This machine is fantastic and one of the higher quality ones for the nice price! I am friends with the righter of an ice cream cook book and even she swears by it. There is NO easy "home owner" does it all in one ice cream maker. They all require several steps and freezing. Hope this helps
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In this machine the ice cream is ready to consume after 20 minutes.You just need the freezer to keep the extra ice cream for ten next day or any other time.If you intend to purchase one don't wait, it's a very reliable machine, easy to use and clean.Ahmed (UAE)
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Initially don't let it sit so long before turning the handle. Just means it is freezing to the sides. That is the start of your ice cream.
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Yes, the removable cylinder needs to be placed in the freezer for at least 8 hours. Overnight is better! I am about to order a second freezer bowl so I can make a larger amount of ice cream while all the hopeful people stand around and watch! Great product, and you can tailor the ice cream to your taste!
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My experience is that cooling for about 15 minutes works best. Hot cakes tend to "tear up".
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I also discovered the base comes apart when I got water in it after cleaning. I am also curious to know if freezing water inside will help ice cream solidify a little more quickly. I don't see the harm in trying it, so if I do get around to trying it, I will do my best to post a response about it.
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The refrigeration will stay on until you turn it off. The paddle runs on the timer, the refrigeration runs on the on/off switch. You can turn off the motor that runs the paddle by turning the timer to 0. You pre-cool the machine by turning on the refrigeration for about 30 minutes before churning the ice cream mixture. You could keep the ice cream bucket in the cold well after it is done churning.
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Hi Matthew... I agree with you... I do stir continuously. In fact, if you have a really cold freezer where you've stored your canister, if you DON"T stir continuously, the plastic scraper blades will get stuck against the frozen sides and you'll have trouble turning the crank... Anyway, there's not a lot of stirring to do. In a very cold canister, your ice cream will be ready in in about 7 minutes (soft-serve), and you won't even have a cramp in your arm... Enjoy...!