Product Description

This fully automatic frozen yogurt-sorbet and ice cream maker features a brushed stainless steel housing, a large ingredient spout and a heavy-duty motor capable of making frozen desserts or drinks in as little as 25 minutes. The double insulated freezer bowl can hold up to 2 quarts of frozen desserts. Also includes instruction / recipe book. Large ingredient spout for adding mix-ins Includes instruction / recipe book Limited 3-year warranty

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #139 in Kitchen & Housewares
• Color: Brushed Stainless
• Brand: Cuisinart
• Model: ICE-30BC
• Released on: 2005-02-01
• Dimensions: .0" h x .0" w x .0" l, 12.45 pounds

Features

• Fully automatic frozen yogurt, sorbet, and ice cream maker
• Brushed stainless-steel housing; heavy-duty motor
• Large ingredient spout for easily adding favorite mix-ins
• Double-insulated 2-quart freezer bowl; instruction book and recipes included
• Measures approximately 8-1/4 by 8 by 11-1/4 inches; 3-year limited warranty

Amazon.com Product Description
Housed in brushed stainless steel with an embossed logo, this fully automatic unit makes frozen yogurt, sorbet, and homemade ice cream in as little as 25 minutes. The frozen-dessert maker features a heavy-duty motor and a double-insulated freezer bowl that holds up to 2 quarts of frozen dessert. Simply add ingredients, turn the machine on, and frozen drinks and desserts are ready in minutes. Its large ingredient spout allows for easily adding favorite mix-ins, and an instruction book and recipes are included. Great for entertaining or every day use, this unit measures approximately 8-1/4 by 8 by 11-1/4 inches and carries a three-year limited warranty.

From the Manufacturer

What's better than a quart of luscious homemade ice cream, sorbet, or frozen yogurt? Two quarts! The fully automatic Cuisinart Pure Indulgence automatic ice cream, frozen yogurt, and sorbet maker makes 2 quarts of your favorite frozen desserts or drinks in as little as 25 minutes. It's easy--an integrated motor, double-insulated freezer bowl, and automatic mixing paddle do all the work. Results are consistently smooth, cleanup is easy, and the brushed metal styling is simply sensational. Scoop It Up Cool off with a rich ice cream sundae or a fruity homemade sorbet--ready in 25 minutes or less. The Cuisinart Pure Indulgence automatic ice cream, frozen yogurt, and sorbet maker delivers 2 quarts of fast, fabulous, frozen desserts, perfect for a family dinner or a friendly party--each one guarantees a sweet ending. Features Fully automatic: Put ingredients in the bowl and let the machine do the rest. Large 2-quart capacity: Makes up to 2 quarts of your favorite frozen treat. Enough for the whole family! Brushed metal finish: Brushed metal makes an elegant statement in any kitchen. Fast and efficient: This heavy-duty motor makes frozen yogurt, ice cream, sorbet or frozen drinks in only 25 minutes or less. Easy and mess-free: Large spout means no spills when adding ingredients. Perfect consistency: Double insulated bowl freezes ingredients evenly for consistently smooth and creamy results. Simply delicious: Make a variety of fabulous frozen desserts and drinks right at home. Crowd pleaser: Consistently smooth, deliciously creamy. Processes 2 quarts in as little as 25 minutes. Easy operation: Fully automatic--add ingredients and turn on the machine. Effortless cleanup: Removable bowl and paddle make cleanup a breeze. Double insulated freezer bowl and automatic mixing arm aerate ingredients for light and creamy results. Includes recipe book 2-quart capacity Limited 3-year warranty

Bringing the Good Life Home

Cuisinart products are designed to make life delicious all day long. Specialty items, like our Mix It In soft serve ice cream maker, offer today’s consumers a variety of menu options, and fun and easy new ways to entertain family and friends.

Cuisinart first came into home kitchens over 30 years ago when it introduced the now legendary food processor. People discovered that routines could be broken and creative cooking quickly became part of the new lifestyle. Preparing fresh ingredients with products that offered easy and interesting new techniques meant healthier meals and more free time.

Today Cuisinart develops products to make every meal memorable. From breakfast toast and coffee to elegant five-course dinners, the preparation and cooking have become a pleasurable part of the total experience. Today’s relaxed lifestyles and the convenience of Cuisinart products make it easier than ever to Savor the Good Life, right at home with family and friends.

Customer Reviews

I am with the majority of you...It's GREAT!
Well....
FIRST!
Had I actually paid attention to what 95% of you are saying I would have frozen my new bowl for AT LEAST 24 HOURS!
**Did I mention the bowl needs to be frozen for AT LEAST 24 HOURS BEFORE using the machine**
Now that I have that little piece of reality out there....since I didn't LISTEN to what all you wonderful people told me I will now say it....I should have listened. (head hung in shame)
OK...we have the ugly stuff over with.
For those of you who left BAD reviews on this machine....let me say...I have not yet tried any other ice-cream BUT the custard type BUT if I really loved anything other then CUSTARD ice-cream I would just get Breyers from the store. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE good, rich custard ice-cream and can't even begin to find what I want so I am now making it....I look very forward to trying out other types of frozen treats but that is the reason I got this.
I really LIKE this machine and other's say it's LOUD....yes, it is not whisper quiet but not horrible...and well worth the noise. I just put it on and do other things while it works it magic.
The reason for purchase of THIS machine was the Cuisinart name...it did NOT disappoint.
I would say if you are thinking about this model then go for it...enjoy!
Needless to say my first batch tanked...big time...ALL MY FAULT! I just made some custard peach for my mother-in-law who is coming for a visit and it turned out excellent!
Also on the advice of another reviewer here I have purchased the Ben & Jerry's ice-cream book and am waiting for that to arrive.
THANK YOU all for your reviews on this machine they have been SO helpful to me...even the bad ones have some good information! So, THANKS!

Helpful little machine...
Great little machine for what it is...Obviously machines that chill the work bowl with a compressor will make better icecream, but you'll pay a lot more for this type of machine.

I've made custard-based ice creams as well as fruit sorbets, and everything has turned out very well.

A few complaints:
1. The bowl needs to be completely frozen. While the instructions say this takes 6-22 hours, I've found it actually takes around 24.

2. Although the machine claims 2qt capacity, it is really only effective up to 1.5qts. Anymore than that nearly overflows the bowl, and freezes much slower...

Great, with patience
If I wrote a review after the first attempt, I would be negative: gelato came out soupy and full of ice crystals. I changed a couple of things: first, I left the bowl in the freezer for longer than 24 hours; second, I left the mixture in the freezer for one hour (or 1 hour and half, it depends on the consistency of the mix) and then I put it in the ice cream maker. Ice cream and gelato are now great! Just patience!