STACK #257 March 2026

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Soft serve specialist

Ninja Swirl by Creami The pick for anyone longing to create and enjoy proper soft serve at home.

The Swirl brings the fun factor – the machine’s dedicated soft serve function and handle has three speeds, so you can swirl your own cones just like you're at an ice cream shop. Faster spinning creates lighter, creamier textures, while custom programs handle everything from fruit-only whips to protein-friendly desserts. It’s a great way to create shared experiences – and soft serve – for families.

All-in-one hybrid machines

Tefal Dolci Ice Cream Maker & Nesquik Bundle Designed for those

Cuisinart Frost Fusion 6-in-1 Slushie & Soft Serve Maker This all-rounder handles both spoonable desserts and pourable frozen drinks without the need for pre-freezing. It works fast, freezing and mixing in around 25 minutes, and switches easily between soft serve, sorbet, slushies, and frozen cocktails. Dispensing is clean and precise, whether you’re filling cones or glasses, and its versatility makes it a go to for parties and families. If you

who love variety, this one delivers both scoopable and drinkable treats using a one-step process that nails texture without re-spinning. There are ten preset programs – five scoopable and four drinkable – covering everything from ice cream, gelato and frappes to slushies and milkshakes, plus a dedicated extras mode for seamlessly adding mix-ins.

It’s big on customisation but still easy to use, with thoughtful cleaning features that keep maintenance low. This is the pick for those who want café style quality desserts and frozen drinks at home – quickly and easily.

want one appliance that covers dessert and drinks with minimal setup, this hybrid unit

NutriBullet Chill Ice Cream Maker Sitting neatly between traditional ice cream makers and shave-and spin machines, this no-churn option is all about convenience. Prep your base in a pint cup, freeze it, then let the machine cream it into smooth frozen desserts using a clever dual-direction blade. Five preset

keeps things impressively simple.

programs include ice cream, sorbet, gelato, smoothie bowl, and frozen yoghurt – and the cups are compatible with selected NutriBullet blenders for easy prep. Cleanup is effortless, results are consistently creamy, and it’s perfect for anyone who values speed, simplicity, and minimal mess.

Cuisinart Freeze Wand Fast, flexible, and built for variety, this compact and affordable device lets you create multiple frozen treats back-to-back with minimal waiting. Five preset modes let you whip up everything from ice cream to slushies, often in just five minutes, making it great for households with mixed cravings. You can customise flavours and ingredients on the fly, whether you’re chasing indulgence or something lighter. The Freeze Wand is all about instant gratification, playful experimenting, and keeping everyone happy without the need for multiple or bulky appliances.

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