Cuisinart Ice Cream Maker Machine — Fully Automatic 2-Quart Stainless Steel, Double-Insulated Bowl

The Cuisinart ICE30BCP1 is a fully automatic stainless-steel ice cream maker that churns up to 2 quarts of ice cream, frozen yogurt, or sorbet in about 25–30 minutes.

Designed with a brushed stainless-steel housing and an embossed Cuisinart logo, this countertop frozen dessert machine combines a powerful motor with a double-insulated freezer bowl so you can make homemade treats quickly without complicated setup. Add your chilled base, flip the switch, and the machine does the rest — with a wide ingredient spout for mix-ins and tidy cord storage for clutter-free countertops. Ideal for weekend projects, celebrations, or experimenting with new flavors, it includes a paddle and carries a limited three-year warranty.

How long does it take to make ice cream and other frozen desserts?

Typical churn time is approximately 25 to 30 minutes from start to finish for most recipes, depending on your base temperature and chosen mix-ins. Denser or very cold bases can require slightly longer, while thinner sorbets often finish faster.

• Average churn time: 25–30 minutes
• Sorbet and sherbet may finish sooner
• Denser recipes or heavily chilled bases can extend time
• Set home freezer to 0°F before freezing the bowl for best results

What capacity and components are included with this Cuisinart model?

This model holds up to 2 quarts of finished frozen dessert in its double-insulated freezer bowl and ships with the mixing paddle needed for churning. The unit is fully automatic — you don’t need to monitor paddles or manually remove ice — and it has retractable cord storage to keep your counter tidy.

• 2-quart double-insulated freezer bowl
• Heavy-duty automatic motor and mixing paddle included
• Wide ingredient spout for adding mix-ins mid-cycle
• Retractable cord storage and stainless-steel exterior

How do I use and care for the ice cream maker safely?

Freeze the removable freezer bowl for at least 24 hours in a 0°F freezer before use so it reaches optimal temperature. After churning, remove the paddle and bowl for cleaning; the stainless-steel housing wipes clean with a soft cloth. The bowl and paddle are BPA-free but follow the manual’s washing instructions to preserve the finish.

• Freeze bowl 24 hours at 0°F for best performance
• Add chilled base, start machine, then add mix-ins through the spout
• Wipe exterior; wash paddle and bowl per care instructions
• Store with cord retracted to save space

Who this is for: Home cooks and dessert lovers who want a straightforward, reliable machine to make small batches of ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbet, or flavored frozen drinks. It suits people who value quick results, a durable stainless-steel finish, and a compact appliance that fits on a kitchen counter. If you regularly host small gatherings, enjoy experimenting with flavors, or want to make preservative-free frozen treats for family, this Cuisinart model gives consistent results without complex operation.