• H owever, the higher the fat content the richer and creamier
the result . Using lower fat substitutes may change the taste,
consistency and texture of the dessert . When substituting
ingredients, ensure you use the same quantity of the substitute
as the original ingredient required .
• Y ou may also substitute artificial sweeteners for sugar. If the
recipe is to be pre-cooked, add the sweetener after the heating
process is complete (the ingredients have been cooked) . Stir the
mixture thoroughly to dissolve the sweetener .
• W hen making sorbet, test the ripeness and sweetness of the fruit
before you begin . The freezing process reduces the sweetness of
the fruit so that it will not taste as sweet as the recipe mixture . If
the fruit tastes tart, add sugar to the recipe . If the fruit is very ripe
or sweet, reduce the amount of sugar in the recipe .
• D o not fill the mixing bowl higher than 2cm away from the top.
Take this into consideration if you wish to add extra ingredients
through the lid .
• W ell chilled ingredients require shorter mixing times.
• M ixing times suggestions can vary due to ingredients and type
of recipe .
• I ngredients such as chocolate chips and nuts should be added
about 5 minutes before the recipe is complete .
• O nce the dessert or drink has begun to thicken, add the
ingredients through the lid .
• H azelnuts and other similar ingredients should be roughly
chopped beforehand .
4 . CLEANING & MAINTENANCE
• A lways unplug the appliance before cleaning.
• T o clean the base, wipe with a damp cloth and dry. Never use
abrasive cleaners or immerse in water .
• T o clean the freezer bowl, lid and mixing arm, wash by hand in
warm soapy water and dry thoroughly before storing . Do not
put in the dishwasher . Never use abrasive cleaners or utensils
such as scouring pads as this will damage the bowl .
• D o not put the freezer bowl in the freezer if it is wet. Do not
store the lid, mixing arm or base in the freezer . You may store the
mixing bowl in the freezer, in its upright position for convenient,
immediate use . Before freezing, wrap the bowl in a plastic bag to
prevent freezer burn .
• D o not store frozen desserts in the freezer bowl. Transfer desserts
to an airtight container for longer storage in the freezer .
N.B. The ice cream will lose its soft consistency and harden after
it is stored in the freezer
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