KitchenAid Ice Cream Maker Stand Mixer Attachment - KICA0WH

Comments about KitchenAid Ice Cream Maker Stand Mixer Attachment:

I am on KitchenAid ice cream maker number 4 in about 6 years time. The blue fluid will leak out the seams on these makers after about a years time. I wouldn't say it gets heavy usage, only for our family on occasion but we love the ice cream made that I will either replace if still on warranty or purchase another for full retail price.
This maker is otherwise a dream. Just place in freezer for 15 hours or so, place on your maker and add batter for approx. 20 minutes then place batter in freezer. Let maker thaw completely then wipe out to clean and store in cupboard... easy for such a great treat!

Comments about KitchenAid Ice Cream Maker Stand Mixer Attachment:

Typical of KitchenAid, this is a well-made, dependable product. Unfortunately, this attachement is simply awkward and messy to use as compared to a stand-alone ice cream maker and underdelivers on the texture of the finished product. The paddle needs to be in motion before you pour the ice cream mix in, and it is difficult to position the container holding the mix close enough to get into the open area of the freezer bowl. Additionally, since you must pour from the side, the ice cream mix gets knocked back up onto the rim of the freezer bowl by the moving paddle, creating a mess. The triple blade on the paddle mixes an excessive amount of air into the mix, resulting in a poor, airy and fluffy texture to the finished ice cream. For ice cream, I would recommend sticking with a standard ice cream maker (such as the Cuisinart models) which are better designed to address the issues described above. The KitchenAid mixer is great, but retrofitting it for this particular purpose is not ideal.

Comments about KitchenAid Ice Cream Maker Stand Mixer Attachment:

Make sure you have a very cold freezer and time. This is not for the "I want ice cream...NOW!" person. This makes wonderful fluffy icecream that does not stiffen up in the freezer like ice cream done in a salt freezer. This is more like store bought.

Comments about KitchenAid Ice Cream Maker Stand Mixer Attachment:

I purchased this product to use with my recently purchased kitchenaid artisan mixer. It makes good icecream providing you like yours soft served. The only thing I disliked about it was the time it takes to prepare for the ice cream to be made. You have to freeze the bowl overnight or at least for 24 hours before you attempt to make the ice cream.

Comments about KitchenAid Ice Cream Maker Stand Mixer Attachment:

Kitchenaid can be counted on for a high quality product, and they don't disappoint on this the ice cream maker. I wanted one that was a) quiet, and b) involved you in the ice cream production process. Prep is all about the custard base, which is easier than it seems. Also, I am now in control of what is in my ice cream. If you like to cook, and like ice cream, this attachment is highly recommended.

Service and delivery comments:

When I ordered the attachment, delivery time was estimated at about one week. It arrived in two days. Who can complain about that?

Comments about KitchenAid Ice Cream Maker Stand Mixer Attachment:

Very easy to use,and the results were terrific.

Comments about KitchenAid Ice Cream Maker Stand Mixer Attachment:

My husband uses this, it is so easy. It makes the best ice cream. He is even experimenting with new flavors. If he can do it anyone can. No need for salt, it's extremely quiet. Anyone who loves ice cream should have one, you'll never use the other type ice cream makers again!

Service and delivery comments:

Delivery was very quick. The product was very well packaged. It was in perfect condition.

Comments about KitchenAid Ice Cream Maker Stand Mixer Attachment:

This is easy to use and the ice cream turns out great. The bowl needs to be in the freezer for about 12 hours before use. Also the ingredients should all be mixed and chilled in the fridge before pouring them into the bowl. Assembly of bowl and dasher is very easy, pour ice cream mixture in the bowl and run on "stir" for about 20 minutes. Works great. If you want to be able to fix ice cream on the fly, leave bowl in the freezer at all times. Otherwise you'll have to plan ahead a day.

Service and delivery comments:

Great service. I had no problems at all. Delivery to my area was very fast. Product was well packed. Thank you Abt !