Does this juicer puree frozen bananas, strawberries etc for banana ice cream? What nozzle is correct for that purpose?
1706685
Sorry, I haven't tried that, but I think it would work using the mincing nozzle.
1706686
Yes indeed, it's fine with frozen fruits. The mincing nozzle gives a thicker texture, like ice cream. The juicer nozzle makes snow, which is neat. It's not like crushed or shaved ice, it's actually the texture of snow. Make your own snow-cones or sorbet.
1706687
Yes it will do frozen fruits, use the mincing nozzle. For slush, crushing ice, use the blank screen and no nozzle.
1706688
Yes, it is great for making a ice cream-like mixture with bananas or other fruit. It makes the fruit very creamy. I can't remember which nozzle to use but it is the one with few slots in it (that is, you dont need to strain when you are making "ice cream").
697512
Doubt it. There are recipes included in the Instruction Manual on how to mince frozen fruit into "ice creams" or sorbets, but we have not tried this. Think you need a blender to do smoothies, as this is a low-speed juicer meant to preserve full nutritional value of fruits and veggies.
972627
I don't think it juices but it turns frozen fruit into smoothies with ease.
1392223
It's borderline for smoothies. It really chokes on big chunks of frozen fruit. There is a slightly bigger unit that is actually designed to make smoothies. I'd opt for that one if I were you. I will probably buy one of those.
1650213
I make a smoothie everyday and I first put in 4 ice cubes, followed by a handful of frozen strawberries - I cover those 2 layers with a liquid, then add a kiwi, fresh pineapple and top it off with a bit of yogurt and it comes out fantastic (start on low, then put in high for 20 seconds or so) - so yes, it works with ice and frozen fruit - I love this blender!
169992
Hi Susan, about the fruit for the Yonanas. It is no way like a juicer. You only use the fruit that is fruit you would peel or could not eat the peel. If you put in an apple with the peel on it that would be okay but not a banana with the peel on it. It comes out like creamy ice cream as cold as the fruit is you put in, no juice comes out. Everything you put in comes out in your bowl so if you put in a fruit with seeds the seeds would come out in the frozen item but maybe ground up some. Hope this helps...Patsy H.
1592478
I don't think so. I have only used mine for juicing carrots and apples. I am surprised there is so much residue that needs to be scrapped out of the machine when the juicing is done. Not sure how this applies to other machines
169991
It uses frozen fruit. You have to let the fruit thaw for about 15 minutes before putting it into the machine. It is easier if you peel and half the bananas and then freeze them. You can use frozen berries, pineapple chunks, melon, peaches, etc. Just be sure to freeze them for at least 24 hours, and then thaw for 15 minutes prior to use.
785375
I ended up returning mine. It worked well on smoothies for a week or two then it wouldn't crush up the ice in the smoothies. I hope this helps.
219082
I don't think the attachment is strong enough to break up frozen fruit. I have gone through two attachments in a short amount of time trying to do this when I make my smoothie.
441454
No juicer will juice bananas great because bananas aren't mean to be juiced. Throw those in a blender and make a smoothie. Read a book man.
309555
I have used the stick blender to make smoothies with frozen fruit on many occasions. I find that it helps to move the blender up and down so that it doesn't jam up, and use plenty of liquid- even if adding it as you go. As long as the blades are able to turn freely, it seems to work fine.
1500528
i have, and it works great!i make frozen fruit smoothies almost everyday and i haven't seen any change in the product as far as function goes.
690917
I checked my Yonanas Recipe Book and it says you can use "frozen fruit cubes". Blackberry Passion: 2 frozen over-ripe bananas, 1 C frozen blackberries, 2 frozen passion fruit cubes (. Insert 1 frozen banana, add 1/2 C frozen blackberries, add 1 passion fruit cube, alternate remaining ingredients. Stir in bowl to combine. The secret to making the desserts is to allow everything to sit out for a few minutes (10-15) before putting into the Yonanas machine. However, water or diet soda would not have the same consistency as frozen fruit cubes and would then make the results too mushy.
565231
The blender is ok if you add the frozen fruit or ice in batches. My formula for a peach and banana smoothie is 6 slice of frozen peaches, 7 1" pieces of frozen banana, 1 vanilla yogurt and 3/4 cup of milk. Peaches first with yogurt and milk, when smooth add bananas. You kinda have to talk nice to the blender and it will serve you well.
1562173
yes I use it for a frozen fruit all of the time and I've never had an issue it also works with ice I hope that helps
404104
If you pureed the fruit you could(whip out the blender lol). I was out of milk and supplies to make ice cream and made a delicious italian ice with TANG and some fresh oranges put in during the "mix-in" stage. Turned out quite well. I would be concerned about using large chunks of fruit as the motor on the beater isn't over powered.For a nice hard italian ice, i suggest putting it into a container after the ice cream maker is done and freeze it harder. Then scrape from the top with a spoon and enjoy :)