Panasonic BH-941P Ice Cream Maker
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: PanasonicBrand: Panasonic
Model: BH-941P
Color: White
Product features:
- Battery-operated ice cream maker for use in the freezer
- Cordless for easy use; includes step-by-step instructions and recipes
- Dual-fin paddle for thorough and continuous mixing
- Makes 1.5 pints (about 3 cups) of ice cream or sorbet
- Measures 5-1/4 inches high and 6-1/2 inches in diameter
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Panasonic BH-941P Ice Cream Maker
Customer Review: Works exactly as described. Doing 3rd batch now!
Summary: 5 Stars
I almost passed on this ice cream maker due to some of the reviews. I am very glad I bought it especially since it was on sale for $9.99.
1. Do not listen to the few people that are complaining about this machine. Either they cannot read directions or they are unable to understand what they read. The machine is designed to stir the ice cream for 5 seconds or so and then stop. Every few minutes it stirs again for about 5 seconds - detects the amount of resistance from the ice cream and then repeats. It seems as the ice cream gets harder, the machine stirs more frequently. It is not designed to stir constantly. If so the batteries would die after one batch. When it is done the machine turns off.
2. Do not use the recipes in the the manual. Wow, they did not test them and I had to throw the first batch out..too sweet and to strong of mint flavor. Any one have any good recipes?
3. It takes 3-5 hours to make a batch depending on your freezer and how full the machine is. Put it in the freezer and forget about it.
4. It runs on 2 batteries (about $8 for 2). Not sure how many batches I can get out of them ...so far 3 batches. I am looking for a battery pack or maybe rechargable batteries. Any other ideas?
5. The amount of ice cream feeds 2-4 people (3 cups total). I was really surprised at this since I am a huge ice cream fan.
6. The mixer blade is thin plastic but seems sturdy enough and it stays on well. Once again read the directions on how to assemble the mixer. I could see how the blade could fall off if not assembled correctly (I did this once then cracked open the manual)
7. Of course the ice cream is only as good as your recipe/ingredients. All an ice cream maker is designed to do is stir the ingredients long enough for them to freeze.
If you want to make easy, no hassle ice cream but not in huge volumes this is it. So far very happy with it even though in the begining I was very skeptical. I like it because it seems that half of the time home made ice cream doesn't turn out quite right. With this you can experiment and not waste a lot of time or money. Also, you don't need to hassle with ice, rock salt, and the noise of a traditional maker. I give it 5/5.
Description of Panasonic BH-941P Ice Cream Maker
Panasonic BH-941P, battery operated, 1.5 pint capacity. Makes delicious ice cream in 3 easy steps. Works automatically in the freezer.Tidy, cordless, and easy to put into action, this Panasonic ice cream maker is a refreshing alternative to its hulking all-in-one countertop cousins. Though it requires more steps than the models where you throw in ingredients and go, this little maker is both smart and efficient, making up to 3 cups of ice cream or sorbet in a few hours. Combining a stainless steel bowl and a battery-powered mixing unit, the appliance features a dual-fin stirring spatula to thoroughly mix ingredients during freezing. A microprocessor gauges the consistency of the dessert as it hardens, so no monitoring is necessary. The battery pack is compact and removable, and the other components feel sturdy and well designed.
Included with the ice cream maker is a clear step-by-step instruction guide and a colorful booklet of recipes to get you started. Most of these require mixing or beating of ingredients before placement in the freezer bowl, but the labor is far from intensive. Once ingredients are ready, simply turn on the power, put the bowl in the freezer, and come back in 3 to 5 hours. Impressively compact for easy storage, the ice cream maker measures just 5-1/4 inches high and 6-1/2 inches in diameter. Panasonic includes a one-year warranty. --Emily Bedard
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