Make your own ice cream from scratch with Lakeland's ‘compact' kitchen gadget – and it's £50 cheaper than Argos' version
You can beat the heat with a handy gadget that allows you to whip up your own frozen dessert at home.
If you and your family enjoy a sweet indulgence, investing in your own ice cream maker might be the best way to save while still enjoying your summer.
And since the British weather can be so unpredictable, you may be hesistant to fork out for a fancy gadget that only gets limited use.
Well don't worry because Lakeland has slashed the price of its Cuisinart Solo Scoops Ice Cream Maker to just £29.99.
Product description
This product is designed to make "delicious homemade ice cream" in any flavour.
And if your kids aren't the best at waiting, don't worry because this process is speedier than you might think.
According to the product description, this gadget "makes small servings of ice cream in just 25 minutes".
With a 475 mililitre capacity, this buy is "ideal for solo servings and couples".
And since it also boasts "compact and easy" storage, you won't have to worry about packing it away during the winter months.
The ice cream maker even comes with a built-in ingredient funnel, making the process even more fun.
This Lakeland product comes with a three-year guarantee.
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Argos version
And the buy is significantly cheaper than a similar item from the same manufacturer, currently available from Argos.
Shoppers can pick up the Cuisinart 2L Deluxe Ice Cream Maker for £80 from the retailer.
This gadget also makes ice cream in just 25 minutes, with a 3.5 pint capacity.
The quick-freeze bowl is included with this product and should be placed in the freezer overnight.
A five year guarantee is included upon purchase.
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