At this point in the summer, ice cream isn't a want — it's a need. It's hot and sticky outside, and sometimes the only way to cool down is with a cool treat. But if you're like me, your bank account simply cannot sustain a nightly trip to Baskin-Robbins. And have you seen what grocery store ice cream costs these days? It's really not that much more affordable than the stuff the professionals scoop. So what's a person to do when temperatures soar and the need for a sweet treat hits? Have you tried making ice cream at home?
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While it may sound intimidating, it's actually not that tough. It only takes a few ingredients, most of which are pantry staples we tend to keep on hand. And thanks to the viral popularity of a few at-home gadgets, making treats like ice cream, gelato and sorbet in your own kitchen has never been easier. You've probably seen the Ninja CREAMi all over your TikTok or Instagram pages. But have you seen the single-serve ice cream maker from Dash? It's a viral must-have, and for good reason.
In this article: DASH My Mug Ice Cream Maker Machine, Ninja CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream & Frozen Treat Maker and Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker Machine
Check out Dash's viral ice cream maker, plus some other tried and tested at-home ice cream machines you might want to add to your arsenal if you love a frozen treat.
DASH My Mug Ice Cream Maker Machine
This ultra-convenient ice cream maker churns up half-pints of ice cream and sorbet in a mug you can eat straight out of. It includes recipes, and all the parts detach for easy cleaning and store inside the mug, so it doesn't take up much kitchen space. It only takes 20 minutes to whip up a frozen treat, so you can cool down and enjoy in no time.
DASH My Pint Ice Cream Maker Machine
Do you love the DASH My Mug Ice Cream Maker Machine but wish it made just a little more ice cream? Luckily, there's this pint-sized version, which is perfect for sharing — or not.
Ninja CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream & Frozen Treat Maker
The Ninja CREAMi Deluxe is part of our Best Ice Cream Maker roundup, and for good reason. This deluxe 11-in-1 version can make ice cream, sorbet, Italian ice, milkshakes and more — all in just minutes.
Breville Smart Scoop Ice Cream Maker
Breville's ice cream maker chills ingredients as it churns, so no pre-freezing is required.
Nostalgia Electric Ice Cream Maker
The fun of this ice cream maker is all in its cool, retro design, which is a throwback to ice cream makers of the past — though it has a modern electric motor to handle the churning.
This ice cream maker churns out 1.5 quarts of ice cream in any flavor you want, including with toppings mixed in, thanks to its easy-lock transparent lid with a large spout. It has one-touch operation and the ice cream is ready in 20 minutes or less. It has a double-insulated freezer bowl, so you don't even need ice.
Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker Machine, 2-Quart Ice Cream, Sorbet and Frozen Yogurt Machine
This version of the Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker can produce 2 quarts of ice cream, sorbet or frozen yogurt and is fully automated with a heavy-duty motor, so you can have ice cream ready in about 30 minutes.
This six-in-one ice cream maker lets you create ice cream, gelato, sorbet, milkshakes, ice cream drinks and Italian ice. The one-touch programs make it easy to use and the parts are dishwasher-safe.
Martha Stewart Ice Cream Maker
This ice cream maker from Martha Stewart produces up to 2 quarts of ice cream at once in just 20 minutes. The ingredient pour chute lets you add mix-ins easily, while the double-insulated bowl allows you to skip the ice.
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