If grocery store Neapolitan ice-cream isn’t working the same magic that it used to, it might be time to invest in a portable ice-cream machine.

By making ice-cream at home, you can tailor each batch to create flavours that aren’t available in stores like raspberry Oreo—this combination is seriously underestimated. You’ll also be able to control exactly what ingredients go into the ice-cream. This can prevent you from consuming excess sugar and preservatives that may be found in store-bought pints.

In a sense, similar to Nicholas Cage, ice-cream makers are misunderstood. They’re not nearly as complicated as we make them out to be.

At the Straight, we support year-round ice-cream consumption but with summer heat approaching, you’ll need the sweet treat on a daily basis to keep you cool. We’ve hunted down the best ice-cream makers so that our readers can satisfy their sweet tooth’s and slay the dessert course at future dinner parties.

Cuisinart ICE-21C Frozen Yogurt, Ice-Cream, and Sorbet Maker

The possibilities are truly endless with this glorious ice-cream making gadget. The machine will provide you with a batch of creamy frozen yogurt, ice-cream, or sorbet in 20 minutes or less. This Cuisinart ice-cream maker is double-insulated, features an easy-lock lid to prevent messes, and can make up to 1.5 quarts at a time. The Cuisinart ICE-21C is also BPA free and can be purchased on Amazon for $79.99. It also comes in an adorable shade of pink.

Cuisinart ICE-70C Gelato, Ice-Cream, and Sorbet Maker

The Cuisinart ICE-70C ice-cream maker is perfect for those with an uncontrollable love for gelato. With two speeds, this machine is capable of making every type of frozen dessert. This ice-cream maker can make 2 quarts at a time in 20 minutes or less. It also features a handy countdown timer and comes with a recipe booklet. The Cuisinart ICE-70C ice-cream and gelato machine retails for $169.99.

BIMONK Ice-Cream Maker

This flashy red ice-cream maker is user-friendly and great for those who are new to the ice-cream making game. The BIMONK ice-cream machine can make 1.5 quarts at a time, can be easily dissembled for cleaning, and has a large spout so you can add chunky ingredients like cookie dough and marshmallows. With this machine, you can make a chilly batch of ice-cream, frozen yogurt, gelato, or sorbet in just 20 to 30 minutes. The BIMONK ice-cream maker can be purchased for $63.99.

Nostalgia CICM2WB Electric Ice-Cream Maker with Candy Crusher

The Nostalgia ice-cream maker is ideal for those who prefer crushed chocolate bar and candies mixed into their frozen desserts. This portable ice-cream maker can make up to 2 quarts of ice-cream, frozen yogurt, or sorbet at a time. The Nostalgia ice-cream maker has an electric motor, an attached candy crusher, and a detachable ice-cream bucket. This electric ice-cream machine can be purchased for $69.99.

Yonanas 902 Classic Original Healthy Dessert Fruit Soft-Serve Maker

The Yonanas soft-serve maker is perfect for vegan and plant-based foodies. Create delicious and healthy soft-serve by churning fruits like ripe bananas, berries, or mango. This machine can transform frozen fruit into ready-to-eat soft-serve in mere seconds. It is easy to clean, fun to use, and can be purchased on Amazon for $59.99. 

Tovolo Mini Sweet Treat Ice-Cream Tubs

These mini silicone ice-cream tubs are a must-buy for anyone who has been churning up a storm at home. Each Tovolo treat tub comes with a tight-fitting colourful lid and can fashionably store your ice-cream creations until your next ice-cream binge. Each tub holds 6 ounces and a set of four retails for $18.99.