Johan Simbade
Ice cream makers come in many shapes and sizes, and each one claims to be the best. Which one is right for you? That’s a good question! It depends on what you are looking for and what you want the end result to be. Let’s go over some of the facts and review some of the popular models.
How good is your standard ice cream maker in the Whynter ICM – 15LS? Well, not so good, as is usually the case with the big brands. The Amazon Corporation domestic compressor ice cream makers offer good specs, but they don’t do anything well. As is often the case with superlatives, however, the real quality of the product is really all to do with how long it takes for the machine to freeze the right mixture. In general, though, these machines do OK, but you might want to look elsewhere.
The Rival Refrigerator Ice Cream Makers from Foodcooperative come with three different options for users: frozen bananas, frozen berries, and smoothies. I suppose that this is simply meant to appeal to people who like to experiment with frozen fruits versus ice cream makers without having to use up an entire can of the former! This machine is also a good choice if you’re trying to keep costs down, as it uses much less water than some other models, which helps to cut down on energy costs. The only drawback with this particular model is that it only produces moderate amounts of frozen treats – about three servings at most.
The KitchenAid Artisan Series 5 Commercial Mixer has two settings: frozen bananas and blended fruits. The frozen banana option is pretty standard, and the blended-fruit setting is what sets this apart. This is certainly one of the better models on the market, as the frozen bananas do an excellent job of melting and providing a smooth consistency, while the fresh berries are a little less tasty but still quite pleasant. Like many of the other models on this list, this machine does a great job when it comes to freezing large batches.
The Gelato Maker by SDP is also pretty good, despite its poor reviews. This domestic ice cream maker can create both gelato and sorbet, although the latter may be a problem for those who live in colder climates. Regardless, this is a decent choice for people who don’t want to spend a lot of time making homemade desserts. The built-in blenders make it easier to achieve a creamy consistency that rivals those bought in the grocery store. This machine does a reasonably good job of churning out about six cups of ice cream at a time, which is more than sufficient for most homes. Although this is not the cheapest option, it is one of the better ones on the market.
One of the newest models on the market is the JML Carbide Ice Cream Maker. It is an inexpensive option that provides a good, consistent level of consistency, thanks to the inclusion of two settings: low and high. In addition to using two settings to speed up the mixture, it is also capable of changing the consistency based on whether you’re trying to make a regular ice cream or sorbet mixture. In addition to a standard button for creating a traditional ice cream mixture, this model includes a second button that adjusts the hardness of the ice cream, allowing the user to adjust hardness according to the consistency desired.
