Snack Heroes™ Ice Cream Maker Instruction Booklet GL5500 Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference.
Contents Sunbeam's Safety Precautions 1 Features of your Snack Heroes™ Ice Cream Maker 2 Before using your Snack Heroes™ Ice Cream Maker 4 Using your Snack Heroes™ Ice Cream Maker 5 Handy hints when using your Snack Heroes™ Ice Cream Maker 7 Tips to Making Custard Based Ice Cream 8 Care and Cleaning Recipes 9 10 Important instructions – retain for future use.
Sunbeam’s Safety Precautions SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR SNACK HEROES™ ICE CREAM MAKER • This appliance is not a toy. • Always operate on a flat surface. • • • • • • • • Sunbeam is very safety conscious when designing and manufacturing consumer products, but it is essential that the product user also exercise care when using an electrical appliance.
Features of your Snack Heroes™ Ice Cream Maker On/Off switch Indicates when the unit is switched on. Motor unit Rotates the paddle. Pouring hole cover Enables easy pouring of ingredients during the freezing process and its transparency allows observation of the ice cream making process for perfect results every time. Pouring hole cover holds the motor unit in place. Paddle extender Connects the paddle to motor unit. Paddle Churns mixture until the right consistency is achieved.
Freezer canister The freezer canister has been specially designed to freeze quickly in your freezer and provide an even temperature throughout the freezing process. Locking Tabs Holds the pouring hole cover and base in place. Base Holds the freezer canister. Non-slip rubber feet Non-slip rubber feet provide extra stability.
Before using your Snack Heroes™ Ice Cream Maker 1. Before using your ice cream maker for the first time, ensure that all packing material is removed. 2. Remove the motor base from the pouring hole cover. Wash the freezer canister, paddle, pouring hole cover and base in warm soapy water. Be sure to rinse and dry all parts thoroughly. Wipe the motor unit with a damp cloth. 3. It is important when making ice cream that the freezer canister is properly frozen.
Using your Snack Heroes™ Ice Cream Maker 1. Slide the motor unit onto the pouring hole cover until it locks in place. Two tabs underneath will ‘click’ into place. 5. Place the freezer canister into the base. 6. Place the pouring hole cover onto the base so that all 4 locking tabs are aligned. 2. Insert the paddle extender into the motor unit opening. 7. Rotate clockwise slightly until the tabs lock into place. 3. Connect the paddle to the paddle extender. 4. Remove the freezer canister from freezer.
Using your Snack Heroes™ Ice Cream Maker (continued) NOTE: It is extremely important that the freezer canister is used immediately after it is removed from the freezer as it begins to thaw once removed. Ensure the ice cream mixture is ready and well chilled, then remove the freezer canister from the freezer. 10. The ice cream maker process will take anywhere from 20-40 minutes. Do not turn appliance off during use as the mixture may freeze and prevent movement of the paddle.
Handy Hints when using your Snack Heroes™ Ice Cream Maker • The time taken to make ice cream will depend on the ambient temperature of a room, how long the freezer canister has been freezing, the temperature of the freezer and the temperature of the ingredients added to the ice cream maker. As a general rule, the cooler these elements, the faster the ice cream making process. The churning process will take anywhere from 20-40 minutes based on this.
Tips to Making Custard Based Ice Cream A traditional creamy ice-cream is made from a custard base. Here are some steps to help you achieve perfect custard every time. • Make sure the eggs are fresh and are at room temperature. • Have your ingredients measured out and ready so that you are not leaving anything waiting. • Using a wire whisk or electric hand mixer, beat the egg yolks and sugar in a large deep bowl for about 3-4 minutes or until light and creamy. The colour will go quite light.
Care & Cleaning • Always turn the power off and remove the plug from the power outlet after use and before cleaning. • Wash the freezer canister in warm soapy water. This can be done if the unit is still partially frozen; it will not damage or crack the unit. However, if the unit is still partially frozen you must dry immediately as the water will start to freeze inside the unit. Be sure to rinse and dry thoroughly. Do not use abrasive scouring pads, powders or cleaners.
Recipes Basic Vanilla Ice Cream 1 Makes 1 litre Cooking & Prep time: 20 minutes + chilling time Variations to this recipe: Chocolate Ice Cream Makes approx. 1 litre 1 cup (250ml) milk Cooking & Prep time: 20 minutes + chilling time 2 cups (500ml) thickened cream 1 quantity basic vanilla ice cream 1 1 vanilla bean, seeds scraped* 5 egg yolks ½ cup (110g) caster sugar 1. Combine milk and cream in a saucepan. Split vanilla bean in half lengthways.
Recipes (continued) Peppermint Choc Chip Ice Cream 1. Follow steps 1-7 for basic vanilla ice cream 1. Omit vanilla bean. 2. Add peppermint essence to mixture before churning. 3. Add finely chopped chocolate and food colouring to the custard mixture through the pouring hole when churning. 5. Transfer mixture to a bowl and remove vanilla pod. Allow to cool before placing in the fridge for 4-6 hours or until very cold. Tip: For further tips on custard making see page 8. 6.
Recipes (continued) Coffee Ice Cream Makes approx. 850ml Cooking & Prep time: 20 minutes + chilling time a plastic container; cover and freeze until firm. Sprinkle remaining praline mixture over the ice cream before serving. 1 quantity basic vanilla ice cream 2 Cookies and Cream Makes approx. 1 litre 60ml strong fresh espresso* Cooking & Prep time: 20 minutes + chilling time 1. Follow steps 1-7 for basic vanilla ice cream 2, heating the coffee with the cream and milk. 2. Omit vanilla bean.
Recipes (continued) 4. Once the ice cream is finished stir through 1 cup of the honey comb praline mixture; stir to combine. Spoon into a plastic container; cover and freeze until firm. 2. Refrigerate mixture until completely chilled. 3. Position the ice cream maker as directed on pages 5-6. Turn unit on; add mixture through the pouring hole. 4. When mixture has thickened and reaches the top of the paddle, the ice cream is completely prepared and the ice cream maker should be turned off.
Recipes (continued) Low Fat Vanilla Ice Cream Makes approx. 750ml (630g) Cooking & Prep time: 25 minutes + chilling time 1½ teaspoons gelatine 2 tablespoons water 400ml skim milk 100ml thickened light cream 18% milk fat ¼ cup (55g) caster sugar 2 teaspoons vanilla essence 1. Mix gelatine with boiling water and stir until dissolved. 2. Combine milk, cream, sugar and vanilla in a saucepan. Bring the mixture to simmering point over low heat; stirring occasionally until sugar dissolves. 3.
Recipes (continued) Low Fat Strawberry Ice Cream Makes approx. 1 litre (1180g) Cooking & Prep time: 40 minutes + chilling time 1 quantity low fat vanilla ice cream 500g strawberries, hulled ½ cup (110g) caster sugar 1. Combine milk and cream in a saucepan. Split vanilla bean in half lengthways. Scrape out the seeds; add the pod and the seeds to the saucepan. Bring the mixture to simmering point over low heat. ¼ cup (55g) caster sugar 2.
Recipes (continued) No Added Sugar Ice Cream Makes approx 1 litre (740g) This recipe is also low in fat. We used CSR Smart sugar for this recipe but if using another sugar replacement use ½ cup. Cooking & Prep time: 10 minutes + chilling time 1 cup (250 ml) evaporated skim milk ¼ cup sugar replacement 1½ cups (375 ml) skim milk 4 egg yolks 2 teaspoons vanilla essence 1. Combine ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix well. 2. Refrigerate mixture until completely chilled. 3.
Recipes (continued) Green Apple Gelato Makes approx. 750ml Cooking & Prep time: 20 minutes + chilling time 1 quantity sugar syrup 3 small green apples, juiced 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice ²/³ cup (160ml) thickened cream 1. Follow steps 1-2 for sugar syrup, including the apple and lemon juice into the mixture. 2. Strain mixture through a fine sieve. Refrigerate for several hours or overnight. 3. Whisk together the apple syrup and cream in a jug. 4.
Recipes (continued) Gelato variations Custard Based Gelato Gelato Custard Base Makes approx. 950ml Chocolate Nougat Gelato Makes approx. 1 litre Cooking & Prep time: 35 minutes + chilling time Cooking & Prep time: 25 minutes + chilling time 2 cup (500ml) milk 1 quantity gelato custard base ½ cup (125ml) light cream 80g Toblerone chocolate, chopped 5 egg yolks 50g chopped Toblerone chocolate, extra ½ cup (110g) caster sugar 1. Follow steps 1-7 for gelato custard base.
Recipes (continued) Sorbet A delicious dairy and fat free dessert which is a perfect way to finish off a meal or enjoy as a treat on a hot day! Sorbets have a sugar syrup base. When making sorbets it is essential that the freezer canister is as cold as possible. In most cases the paddle will not turn itself off as sorbet has a softer consistency. To gauge if your sorbet is ready, wait until the mixture comes close to the top of the paddle or looks quite frozen.
Recipes (continued) Fresh Pineapple and Mint Sorbet Makes approx. 750ml You will need approximately 1 pineapple for this recipe Cooking & Prep time: 10 minutes + chilling time the top of the paddle, the ice cream is completely prepared and the ice cream maker should be turned off. To avoid the motor overheating, the ice cream maker may turn itself off when the mixture has thickened and is ready.
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Need help with your appliance? Contact our customer service team or visit our website for information and tips on getting the most from your appliance. In Australia Visit www.sunbeam.com.au Or call 1300 881 861 In New Zealand Visit www.sunbeam.co.nz Or call 0800 786 232 is a registered trademark. ‘Snack Heroes’ is a trademark of Sunbeam Corporation. Made in China. Due to minor changes in design or otherwise, the product may differ from the one shown in this leaflet. © Copyright.
