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?
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 the newest viral must-have, and for good reason.
Shop this article: DASH My Mug Ice Cream Maker Machine, Ninja CREAMi Deluxe 11-in-1 Ice Cream & Frozen Treat Maker, CUISINART Ice Cream Maker
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 — and it's on sale right now for just $24.
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 is our Best of the Best ice cream maker. This deluxe 11-in-1 version can make ice cream, sorbet, Italian ice, milkshakes and more — all in just minutes.
This Cuisinart ice cream maker is large and durable. It can whip up sweet treats that taste like luxury — but at an affordable price point compared to other options on the market.
Breville Smart Scoop Ice Cream Maker
Breville's ice cream maker chills ingredients as it churns, so no prefreezing is required.
Nostalgia Electric Wood Bucket 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.
Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker Machine
This tried and true machine is easy to operate and makes ice cream with excellent texture across multiple recipes.
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