Cuisinart CBT-1500 Instruction Manual
INSTRUCTION AND
RECIPE BOOKLET
Hurricane
For your safety and continued enjoyment of this product, always read the Instruction Book carefully before using.
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CBT-1500
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
When using electrical appliances, basic safety precautions should always
be taken, including the following:
1. READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS.
2. Unplug from outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking
off parts, and before cleaning or removing contents from blender
container. Never put hands into the blender container, or handle the
blades with appliance plugged in.
3. To protect against electrical hazards, and permanent damage to unit, do
not put motor base of blender in water or other liquids.
4. This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience
and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
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7. Do not use carbonated liquids in the blender container, or in any
blending container. Using carbonated liquids in a blender container
may result in injury.
8. Do not pour boiling water into the blender container.
9. Avoid coming into contact with moving parts.
Do not operate this blender or any other appliance with a damaged cord
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or plug, or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in
any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility
for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical adjustment.
11. The use of attachments, including canning jars, not recommended by
the manufacturer may cause a risk of injury to persons.
12. Do not use outdoors.
13. Do not let cord hang over edge of table or counter, or touch hot
surfaces.
14. Keep hands and utensils out of container while blending to
prevent the possibility of severe personal injury and/or damage to
the blender. A plastic scraper may be used, but must be used only
when the blender is not running.
15. Blades are sharp. Handle carefully.
16. Always operate blender with lid in place.
17. See Cleaning and Maintenance instructions. Not for water-jet cleaning.
18. Always operate blender with jar pad properly in place.
19. Do not fill above MAX FILL LINE for blending.
If the container overflows during blending, there is too much liquid/
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ingredients in the container. Stop blending, remove enough liquid/
ingredients to below MAX FILL LINE, and continue blending. Do not
operate if overflowing.
21.
Do not operate your appliance in an appliance garage. When storing in
an appliance garage, always unplug the unit from electrical outlet. Not
doing so could create a risk of fire, especially if the appliance touches the
walls of the garage or the door touches the unit as it closes.
22.
Do not leave the Cuisinart® Hurricane™ blender unattended while operating.
23. The use of ear protection is recommended during extended operating
periods.
24. Ensure the jar coupler and motor coupler are aligned and engaged
before operating. If unable to engage, remove container and shake
contents, then try again.
25. The jar pad may be hot after running — do not touch.
26. Replace jar pad if worn.
27. When the power is on and the On/Off button is flashing, do not touch
jar pad, interfere with blade movement, or remove jar pad. Accidentally
touching a speed button may activate the blender.
28. When blending hot liquids, remove center piece of two-piece cover.
Flashing light indicates ready to operate. Avoid any contact with blades or
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moveable parts.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
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TO RESET THE UNIT
Your blender is equipped with a Resettable Thermal Protector to protect the
motor. If the motor shuts down, unplug the blender. Let the blender rest for
approximately 15 minutes. Once the resting period has elapsed, plug the
power cord back into the outlet and continue blending. If your blender does
not function properly following this procedure, discontinue use and contact
a certified Cuisinart Consumer Service Center.
UNPACKING INSTRUCTIONS
1. Place the box containing your Cuisinart® Hurricane™ on a flat, sturdy
surface before unpacking.
2. Remove instruction booklet and other printed materials from top of
corrugated insert. Next, remove the top corrugated insert.
Remove the lower corrugated insert containing the blender jar assembly.
3.
Be careful not to tip the jar when removing.
4. Carefully lift blender base from box and set aside.
NOTICE
This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other).
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet
only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If
it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Do not modify the plug in
any way.
CONTENTS
Important Safeguards ........................................ 2
Unpacking Instructions ....................................... 3
Features and Components .................................... 4
Helpful Reminders ........................................... 4
Operation .................................................. 4
Quick Reference Guide ....................................... 5
Cleaning and Maintenance .................................... 6
Dos and Don’ts ............................................. 6
Recipe Tips ................................................ 7
Recipes.................................................... 8
Warranty Information ........................................ 22
INTRODUCTION
Unleash the power of our Hurricane™ Blender! The 2.25 HP peak input motor
delivers the power of a professional-quality blender to pulverize, purée and
liquefy. BlendLogic Smart Technology automatically adjusts blending speeds
for even, continuous blending, while the touchpad and LCD make perfect
results foolproof. And it’s so easy to operate! Just choose High, Low, Pulse,
preset Smoothie and Ice Crush functions—the Countdown timer stops the
blending operation when the time has elapsed. Whip up something delicious
for yourself, or a crowd—the BPA-free Tritan™ jar holds up to 60 ounces.
More power to you!
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FEATURES AND COMPONENTS
A.
2.0-Ounce Removable Measuring Cup
B. Tight-Seal 2-Piece Blender Cover
C. Blender Jar with Soft-Grip Handle
60 oz., BPA-free Eastman Tritan™
copolyester jar, includes English and
metric graduations.
D. 4-Prong Blade/Ball-Bearing
Assembly
Commercial-quality stainless steel construction.
E. Removable Jar Pad
F. Control Panel (see below for
detailed description)
CONTROL PANEL
1. LCD Screen with Timer
Brightly lit window displays functions
and blending time.
2. POWER ON/OFF
Flashing red LED indicates when the
power is on.
3. SMOOTHIE
Lets you select preset Smoothie setting.
4. LOW
Choose Low speed to blend ingredients to desired consistency. Blue LED
light indicates Low speed is active.
5. HIGH
Choose High speed to blend ingredients to desired consistency.
Blue LED lights indicate which
speed you are using once
selected.
6. ICE CRUSH
Preset to crush ice in seconds.
7. PULSE
Allows you to pulse at High or
Low speeds. LED will flash blue
when selected.
8. COUNT UP/DOWN TIMER
Controls and displays operating times.
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B.
D.
E.
F.
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3. 4. 5. 6.
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HELPFUL REMINDERS
• Cover should always be in place while the unit is on. Make sure the cover
is properly aligned.
• Warning: Do not place blender jar onto jar pad while motor is running.
• Add liquid ingredients first, then follow with solid ingredients, then frozen
ingredients. This will provide more consistent blending and prevent
unnecessary stress on the motor.
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Boiling liquids should cool for 5 minutes before being placed in blender jar.
• Follow Cleaning and Maintenance instructions on page 6 prior to your
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first use.
OPERATION
1.
Place the motor base of your Cuisinart® Hurricane™ on a flat, sturdy surface.
It is important that the surface be clean and dry. Fit the blender jar on the
jar pad. Once the jar is assembled and is in position on the jar pad, plug
the Cuisinart
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Add all necessary ingredients to the blender jar and replace the cover.
You may add more ingredients by removing the removable measuring cup
in the cover and dropping ingredients through the opening. Replace the
measuring cup after adding ingredients. Do not put hands in blender jar
with blender plugged in.
Note: To remove blender jar cover, lift edge of cover at jar spout area
upward. Lifting removable measuring cup will not remove cover.
3. START BLENDING: Press the On/Off button. The red LED indicator light
will illuminate and flash, indicating that the blender is turned on, but no
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speed has been selected. The Up and Down arrows will also illuminate.
This is Standby mode.
4. CHOOSE BLENDING SPEED: Press desired function or speed. The
indicator light for the activated function or speed will Illuminate, and the
blender will begin to run at the chosen speed or function. It is possible
to switch speeds without pressing the On/Off button by simply pushing
another speed or function button.
5. TO PAUSE OR STOP BLENDING PROCESS
a) To Pause the Blending Process: Push the button corresponding to
the speed at which you are currently blending. For example: If you are
blending on High speed, push the High speed button again and the
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Hurricane™ into an electrical outlet.
blender will stop blending, but the unit will remain on and the function
button will flash. (To restart blending, simply press the button again.)
Note: By pausing the blending process, you will also pause the timer. The
timer will pause until you start blending again. Changing functions will
reset the timer.
b) To Stop the Blending Process: Push the On/Off button when you are
finished with your recipe and would like to turn the blender off. Pausing
will stop the blender, but NOT turn it off.
Note: When you push the On/Off button to power the blender off,
the timer will stop counting and the LCD display will be off. When the
blender is turned back on and a speed button is pushed, the timer will
begin to count up to maximum time of 3 minutes.
6. TO RESET THE UNIT: Your blender is equipped with a Resettable
Thermal Protector to protect the motor. If the motor shuts down, unplug
the blender. Let the blender rest for approximately 15 minutes. Once
the resting period has elapsed, plug the power cord back into the outlet
and continue blending. If your blender does not function properly following this procedure, discontinue use and contact a certified Cuisinart
Consumer Service Center.
7. TIMING YOUR RECIPES:
The Hurricane™ features a 3-Minute Count
Up/Down Timer so that you can time your recipes and guarantee perfect
results. The timer begins counting Up or Down as soon as you push your
desired function. Speed or the timer can be set without selecting a preprogrammed function. When the unit is turned on, press the up or down
time arrows, to set time as desired. Timer will count down when activated
on Low or High speed. Timer will count up if no time is selected. Note:
The unit’s short-term memory will save and display the new time selected
until the unit is turned off.
You can pause the timer by pausing the blending process. Do this by
pushing the button corresponding to the function you are currently using.
For example: If you are blending on Low and you push the Low function
button, the blender will stop blending and the timer will stop counting,
but the unit will remain on. To continue blending and timing your recipe,
push the function chosen (Low) again. The timer will also stop counting
when it reaches 3 minutes. The blender will go into Standby mode when
the timed cycle is finished. The timer will reset itself when the On/Off
button is pushed, a pre-programmed function is engaged or you change
functions.
QUICK REFERENCE GUIDE
To activate blender Press On/Off – The blender is in Standby mode.
To begin blending Press desired speed or function button.
To change speeds Press desired speed button.
To pulse Press On/Off. Press Pulse and then select High or Low for
To crush ice Press On/Off, then press Ice Crush button and program will begin.
To stop blending (during a designated
function and pause timer)
To stop blending (and deactivate blender) Press On/Off button.
To stop blending in Pulse Release speed button.
pre-programmed pulsing.
Press same function key under operation again.
SPEED SELECTION GUIDE
Refer to this guide to choose the best speed for your desired result.
Ingredient/Recipe Speed Result
Reconstituting frozen juice concentrate Low Smooth and full bodied
Mayonnaise Low Thick and creamy
Salad dressings High Completely blended and
Nuts (shelled, ½ cup or less at a time) Pulse on High to chop Coarse to fine
Heavy or whipping cream Low Thick, creamy topping
Bread, cookies or crackers (add ½-inch
pieces, 1 cup or less at a time)
Grating/chopping citrus zest (add 1 to 2 tsp.
sugar or salt depending on recipe)
Smoothies, shakes, health drinks Smoothie Smooth, creamy and thick
Baby food/fruit and vegetable purée Low Smooth and creamy
Frozen cocktails High Thick and slushy
Hard cheeses
Spices
Ice (approx. 14 cubes per cycle) Ice Crush Coarse crush to snowy
Pulse on High to break up,
then run on Low
High Uniformly fine
Pulse on High, then blend
on High
Pulse on High, then blend
on High
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emulsified
Coarse to fine as desired
Coarse to fine
Coarse to fine
Note: The Count Up/Down Timer will begin counting when the desired
speed or function button is pushed. When you switch into a pre-programmed speed or function, the timer will reset to support the new command. You can adjust the run time when choosing High or Low speeds, by
pressing up or down arrows. To activate, press the speed button. The LCD
will start counting down from your chosen time. Smoothie and Ice Crush
function keys will count down. Low and High speed keys will count up to 3
minutes if no time has been chosen.
Note: At the end of the designated cycle, High or Low, the unit will go into
Standby mode. To activate, press High or Low again to start a new cycle.
8. PRE-PROGRAMMED FUNCTIONS: Smoothie and Ice Crush are
programmed based on extensive testing in our kitchen and engineering
lab.
a) Smoothie: Start by powering the unit on and pressing Smoothie. The
LED backlight will illuminate and the 1-minute countdown program will
begin. You may stop the program at any time by pressing the Smoothie
button again or by powering the unit off.
b) Ice Crush: From the Standby mode, press Ice Crush. A pre-pro-
grammed cycle will begin. It is designed to run for 10 seconds and will
automatically stop. The blender will go back into Standby mode.
Note: We recommend you use a maximum of 14 cubes per cycle.
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TO DISLODGE FOOD
around the cutting assembly. DO NOT USE SPATULA UNTIL YOU HAVE
TURNED THE BLENDER OFF. Replace the cover and removable measuring
cup and continue blending, if necessary. Make sure spatula is not inside the
blender jar before blending.
10. WHEN FINISHED BLENDING: Press the On/Off button and unplug the
blender from the electrical outlet. Never remove the blender jar from the
jar pad until the blender is off. Simply lift blender jar from jar pad. Do
not put hands into blender jar with blender plugged in.
11. In the event the blender loses power and shuts off, simply unplug the
unit and then plug it back in. Press On/Off to power the unit on. If the
unit has overheated, let it cool down (15 minutes) before powering on.
: Use a plastic spatula to help remove food lodged
CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE
Always unplug your Cuisinart® Hurricane™ from the electrical outlet before
cleaning. The blender is made of corrosion-resistant parts that are easy
to clean. Before first use and after every use, clean each part thoroughly.
Periodically check all parts before reassembly. If any part is damaged or
blender jar is chipped or cracked, DO NOT USE BLENDER.
Remove the blender jar from the jar pad by lifting straight up and away, and
hand-wash.
CAUTION: Remove the blender jar cover and the removable measuring
cup. Wash in warm, soapy water; rinse and dry thoroughly, or place in
upper rack of dishwasher. The blender jar must be washed in warm, soapy
water and rinsed and dried thoroughly. The blender jar can also be placed
upside down in dishwasher.
Finally, wipe the motor base clean with a damp cloth to remove any residue,
and dry thoroughly. Never submerge the motor base in water or other liquid,
or place in a dishwasher.
Tip: You may wish to clean your blender blade assembly as follows: Squirt
a small amount of dishwashing liquid into assembled blender jar
24 ounces warm water. Run on Low for 15 seconds. Repeat, using
water. Empty blender jar.
Any
servicing should be performed by an authorized service representative.
and fill with
clean tap
DOs and DON’Ts WHEN USING YOUR BLENDER
Do:
• Make sure the electrical outlet is rated at the same voltage as that stated
on the bottom of the blender motor base.
• Always use the blender on a clean, sturdy and dry surface.
• Always add liquid ingredients to the blender jar first, then add remaining
ingredients. This will ensure that ingredients are uniformly mixed.
• Cut most foods into cubes approximately ½ inch (1.3 cm) to 1 inch (2.5
cm) to achieve a more uniform result. Cut all cheeses into pieces no larger
than ½ inch (1.3 cm).
• Use the removable measuring cup to measure liquid ingredients such as
alcohol. Replace removable measuring cup after ingredients have been
added.
• Use a rubber or plastic spatula as needed, only when the blender is
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turned off. Never use metal utensils, as damage may occur to the blender
jar or cutting assembly.
• Place cover on firmly. Always operate the blender with the cover on.
• If food sticks to the sides of the blender jar, scrape the jar with a spatula,
removing the food from the sides and place toward the center of the
blender jar over the blade assembly. Pulse to blend.
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When chopping fresh herbs, garlic, onion, zest, breadcrumbs, nuts, spices,
etc., make sure the blender jar and cutting assembly are completely dry.
Don’t:
• Don’t store food or liquids in your blender jar.
• Don’t attempt to mash potatoes, knead heavy dough, or beat egg whites.
• Don’t remove blender jar while unit is on. Keep the blender jar cover
on the blender jar while blending.
• Don’t overprocess foods. Blender will achieve most desired results in
seconds, not minutes.
• Don’t overload blender. If the motor stalls, turn the blender off immediately, unplug the unit and remove a portion of the food, then continue.
• Don’t use any utensil inside the blender jar while the motor is on.
• Don’t use any containers or accessories not recommended by Cuisinart.
Doing so may result in injury.
• Don’t put hands inside the blender jar when blender is plugged in.
• Don’t add boiling liquids or frozen foods (except ice cubes or ½-inch to
1-inch pieces of frozen fruit) to blender jar. Boiling liquids should cool
for 5 minutes before being poured into blender jar.
• Don’t use carbonated liquids in the blender jar. Using carbonated liquids
in the blender jar may result in injury.
RECIPE TIPS
The simple recipes that follow include some old Cuisinart favorites as well
as some creative combinations that are sure to please your friends and
family. Thanks to the superior ice-crushing power and the pre-programmed
functions of the Hurricane
drinks effortlessly.
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, you’ll also be able to make delicious frozen
Chopping Nuts: Place shelled nuts in the blender jar and cover blender. Use
Pulse on High until desired chop is achieved. Pulse fewer times for coarsely
chopped nuts. For best results process small amounts, ½ cup or less.
Bread, Cookie or Cracker Crumbs: Break or cut bread, cookies or
crackers into pieces ½ inch or less in size. For best bread results, use dayold bread (drier bread works best). Place bread, cookie or cracker pieces
in blender jar. Use Pulse on High to chop, then blend continuously on Low
until desired texture of crumbs is achieved. For best results, process 1 cup
or less at a time.
Crushing Ice: Add up to 14 standard ice cubes to the blender jar. Cover.
Press the pre-programmed Ice Crush button. When time expires; turn
blender off.
Grating Fresh Citrus Zest: For best results, blender jar and blade
assembly must be clean and dry. Remove zest from fruit in strips using a
vegetable peeler; use a sharp knife to remove the bitter white pith from the
underside of the zest. Process no more than 8 strips at a time (zest of 1
medium lemon). Cut strips in half. Add strips and 1 to 2 teaspoons of sugar
or coarse salt (depending on recipe) to the blender jar. Cover blender jar.
Set on High; blend for 15 to 20 seconds. Turn blender off.
Baby Food: Combine no more than 1 pound of cooked vegetables or fruit
with up to ½ cup liquid (water, milk, fruit juice, broth, or cooking liquid) in
the blender jar. Cover. Set on High. Blend until smooth. Add more liquid
as necessary and process further until desired texture is reached. Always
consult with your pediatrician/family physician concerning the best foods
for your baby and when to introduce new foods to his/her diet.
Grinding Hard Cheese: Cut cheese into ½-inch pieces; remove the outer
hard rind. Place cheese in blender jar and cover blender. Pulse to chop
cheese, then blend on High until desired grind is reached. For best results,
grind no more than 3 ounces of cheese at a time.
Grinding Spices: For best results, blender jar and blade assembly must
be clean and dry. Add ¼ to ½ cup of spices/seeds/peppercorns to blender
jar. Cover. Pulse on High to break up, then blend on High until desired
consistency is achieved.
Whipping Cream: If possible, chill blender jar and blade assembly in
refrigerator for 15 minutes. Add 1 cup heavy or whipping cream to cold
blender jar. Cover jar. Set on Low and blend until cream is thickened.
(Do not overblend – bits of butter will begin to form.) If desired, add 2
tablespoons of sugar and a teaspoon of vanilla extract or other flavoring.
Consistency will be that of a thickened, but not fluffy whipped cream and is
most appropriate for topping desserts or coffee drinks.
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When using the blender to purée hot mixtures such as creamed soups
and baby foods, strain the solids from the liquid, reserving the cooking
liquid. Then place ½ to 1 cup of the reserved cooking liquid in the blender
jar along with the cooked solids. Blend on Low first, and then High until
desired consistency/purée is reached.
Allow hot foods to cool slightly before blending to prevent steam buildup,
which may cause the cover to lift up from the blender jar.
Many recipes have large yields, but they can easily be halved if you desire a
smaller amount.
Keep your blender out on the counter within easy reach and you will be
surprised how often you will use it.
Keep ice cubes made of juices, yogurt, milk or fruit purées on hand to
substitute for plain ice when making smoothies and frosty beverages to
prevent diluting the drink.
RECIPES
BEVERAGES
Almond-Cocoa Protein Shake .....................................................9
Antioxidant Smoothie ................................................................10
Cherry-Ginger Smoothie ...........................................................10
Creamy Mango Smoothie .........................................................10
Light Green Smoothie ...............................................................11
Strawberry-Lime Agua Fresca...................................................11
Cookies and Cream Milk Shake ................................................12
Frozen Margarita .......................................................................12
Frozen Mudslide .......................................................................12
Piña Colada ..............................................................................13
Alternative Milks
Almond Milk ..............................................................................13
Oat Milk ....................................................................................14
Rice Milk ...................................................................................14
BREAKFAST
Blueberry Buckwheat Pancakes ...............................................15
Sweet Crêpe Batter ..................................................................16
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SOUPS, DRESSINGS AND SAUCES
Curried Coconut and Butternut Squash Soup ..........................16
Roasted Red Pepper Soup .......................................................17
Herbed Balsamic Dressing ........................................................18
Honey Mustard Vinaigrette ........................................................18
BBQ Sauce ...............................................................................19
Instant Hollandaise Sauce ........................................................19
BABY FOOD
Baby’s First Pears .....................................................................20
Baby’s First Butternut Squash ..................................................20
Almond-Cocoa Protein Shake
A great way to treat yourself, and your body, after a hard workout
is with a protein-rich shake. This one contains only a few
ingredients, with just a hint of sweetness.
Makes about 3 cups
2 cups almond milk
1 tablespoon agave nectar (optional)
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
2 tablespoons almond butter
8 ice cubes
1. Put all of the ingredients, in the order listed, into the blender jar.
Secure lid.
2. Select High and blend until completely smooth, about 1 minute.
DESSERTS
Sweetened Whipped Cream .....................................................20
Strawberry Sorbet .....................................................................20
Coffee Liqueur-Flavored Truffles ...............................................21
Raspberry Sauce ......................................................................22
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (1 cup):
Calories 110 (63% from fat) • carb. 6g • pro. 4g • fat 8g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 123mg • calc. 198mg • fiber 3g
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Antioxidant Smoothie
Berries are a widely known superfood loaded with antioxidant
properties. The cranberry juice makes this smoothie a bit tart, so
substitute with some additional water or add a small amount of
sweetener if preferred.
Makes 6 cups
1 cup unsweetened cranberry juice
1 cup water
1 banana, cut into 2-inch pieces
2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
2 cups frozen wild blueberries
3 cups coconut milk (canned is preferred for a thicker
smoothie)
2 tablespoons flax or coconut oil
¼ teaspoon ground turmeric
¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ ounce (1-inch piece) fresh ginger, peeled and halved
2 cups frozen cherries
1. Put all of the ingredients, in the order listed, into the blender jar.
Secure lid.
2. Select the Smoothie function to blend.
3. Serve immediately.
1. Put all of the ingredients, in the order listed, into the blender jar.
Secure lid.
2. Select the Smoothie function to blend.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (about 1 cup):
Calories 97 (3% from fat) • carb. 25g • pro. 1g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 6mg • calc. 40mg • fiber 4g
Cherry-Ginger Smoothie
This smoothie is packed with foods and spices that are well
known for offering anti-inflammatory benefits. The coconut and
cinnamon add a nice sweetness to this bright and fresh smoothie.
Makes about 4 cups
Nutritional information per serving (1 cup):
Calories 244 (74% from fat) • carb. 15g • pro. 1g • fat 19g • sat. fat 15g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 37mg • calc. 32mg • fiber 2g
Creamy Mango Smoothie
Yogurt gives this smoothie a nice and creamy texture, not to
mention extra protein!
Makes about 5 cups
2 ripe mangos, peeled and pitted, cut into large cubes
1 cup plain yogurt, full fat
1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
6 ice cubes
1. Put all of the ingredients, in the order listed, into the blender jar.
Secure lid.
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2. Select the Smoothie function to blend.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (about 1 cup):
Calories 105 (19% from fat) • carb. 19g • pro. 4g • fat 2g • sat. fat 1g
• chol. 8mg • sod. 28mg • calc. 100mg • fiber 2g
Light Green Smoothie
This green smoothie is as delicious and nutritious as it is simple.
Use any greens you have on hand to substitute.
Makes 2 cups
1 cup non-dairy milk (e.g., rice, almond or soy)
1 ripe banana, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 cup packed baby spinach
1 cup frozen strawberries
Strawberry-Lime Agua Fresca
Perfect for a hot summer day, this fresh and light beverage is
perfect to help cool off. Be sure to serve over a tall glass of ice —
the colder the drink the better!
Makes about 4 cups
2 tablespoons Simple Syrup*
4 to 6 tablespoons water
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
4 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and halved
¼ cup packed fresh mint leaves
8 ice cubes, plus more for serving
1. Put all of the ingredients, in the order listed, into the blender jar.
Secure lid.
2. Select High and blend until completely smooth, about 2 minutes.
3. Pour over a cup of ice and serve immediately.
1. Put all of the ingredients, in the order listed, into the blender jar.
Secure lid.
2. Select the Smoothie function to blend.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (about 1 cup):
Calories 138 (9% from fat) • carb. 32g • pro. 2g • fat 2g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 55mg • calc. 178mg • fiber 4g
* Simple syrup is sugar dissolved in water. To make, put equal
parts water and granulated sugar in a saucepan set over mediumlow heat. Syrup is done once the sugar has dissolved. Cool
completely before using.
Nutritional information per serving (½ cup):
Calories 36 (6% from fat) • carb. 9g • pro. 1g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 3mg • calc. 22mg • fiber 2g
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Cookies and Cream Milk Shake
For the ultimate chocolate version, swap out the vanilla ice cream
for chocolate ice cream and add 1 to 2 tablespoons of chocolate
syrup.
Makes 2 cups
2 cups vanilla ice cream
¾ cup milk, any fat variety
6 chocolate sandwich cookies, broken up
1. Put all of the ingredients, in the order listed, into the blender jar.
Secure lid.
2. Select Low and blend until fully smooth and homogenous, about
30 seconds.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (½ cup):
Calories 378 (54% from fat) • carb. 36g • pro. 8g • fat 23g • sat. fat 13g
• chol. 127mg • sod. 189mg • calc. 206mg • fiber 1g
Frozen Margarita
As a stand-alone classic or the foundation for fun flavors, this is the
perfect frozen margarita.
Makes 2½ cups
Lime wedge for rim, optional
Kosher salt for rim, optional
5 ounces tequila
1 ounce orange-flavored liqueur
¼ cup fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons Simple Syrup*
12 ice cubes
1. If salting, rub the rims of serving glasses with a lime wedge and
then dip them into a shallow bowl of kosher salt. Reserve.
2. Put all of the ingredients, in the order listed, into the blender jar.
Secure lid.
3. Select High and blend until fully smooth and homogenous, about
20 seconds.
4. Serve immediately.
* Simple syrup is sugar dissolved in water. To make, put equal parts
water and granulated sugar in a saucepan set over medium-low
heat. Syrup is done once the sugar has dissolved. Cool completely
before using.
Nutritional information per serving (about 1 cup):
Calories 109 (0% from fat) • carb. 8g • pro. 0g • fat 0g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 444mg • calc. 3mg • fiber 0g
Frozen Mudslide
This is the perfect after-dinner drink—creamy and just a little sweet.
Makes about 3½ cups
3 cups vanilla ice cream
½ cup milk, any fat variety
¾ cup coffee-flavored liqueur
1. Put all of the ingredients, in the order listed, into the blender jar.
Secure lid.
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2. Select Low and blend until fully smooth and homogenous, about
30 seconds.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (about ½ cup):
Calories 342 (43% from fat) • carb. 33g • pro. 5g • fat 16g • sat. fat 10g
• chol. 105mg • sod. 72mg • calc. 150mg • fiber 0g
Piña Colada
Using coconut milk and sorbet instead of cream of coconut makes
this drink a little lighter than the classic.
Makes about 6 cups
1 cup good quality white rum
½ cup unsweetened coconut milk
3 cups ripe fresh pineapple, cut into 2-inch pieces
1 cup coconut sorbet
1 cup frozen pineapple, cut into ½-inch pieces
6 ice cubes
1. Put all of the ingredients, in the order listed, into the blender jar.
Secure lid.
2. Select High and blend until fully smooth and homogenous, about
45 seconds.
3. Serve immediately.
Nutritional information per serving (about ½ cup):
Calories 137 (25% from fat) • carb. 14g • pro. 0g • fat 4g • sat. fat 4g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 12mg • calc. 0mg • fiber 1g
Almond Milk
One of the more popular milks on the market, the homemade
version allows you to control the number of additives in the drink –
add salt, sweeteners and flavors to taste, or follow our guidelines.
Like the other alternative milks, this will separate and will need to
be shaken or re-blended to bring it back together before using.
Makes about 2 cups
1 cup raw almonds
2 cups water, plus more for soaking
Pinch kosher salt
¼ teaspoon pure vanilla extract (optional)
Sweetener (optional)
1. Put the almonds into a mixing bowl and cover with water (the
amount of water needed to cover will depend on the size of the
bowl you are using). Cover and allow to soak overnight at room
temperature. After soaking, drain and discard the water.
2. Put 2 cups of fresh water, the soaked, drained almonds and a
pinch of salt into the blender jar (along with the vanilla and
sweetener, if using).
3. Select High and blend until thin and smooth, about 2 minutes.
Pour milk through a very fine strainer, or through a cheesecloth.
Discard the almond pulp and reserve the milk.
4. Use immediately. The almond milk will last up to 3 days,
refrigerated. Shake, stir or re-blend before using.
Nutritional information per serving (1 cup):
Calories 275 (72% from fat) • carb. 10g • pro. 10g • fat 24g • sat. fat 2g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 53mg • calc. 131mg • fiber 6g
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Oat Milk
Rice Milk
Alternative milks do not just have to be for those who are sensitive
to dairy. They each offer different health benefits and are a breeze
to make in the Cuisinart
®
blender. On top of that, they are much
less expensive to make at home than to purchase in the store,
especially oat and rice milks. You can sweeten them as you wish,
or even add a pinch of cinnamon. The only caveat is that
homemade milks do not last as long in the refrigerator as their
store-bought counterparts since there are no stabilizers added.
Makes about 3 cups
1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats (not quick cooking)
4 cups water, divided
Pinch kosher salt
1. Put the oats and 2 cups of the water into a mixing bowl and
cover. Allow to sit for a minimum of 30 minutes, or up to
overnight. Do not refrigerate. After resting, drain and rinse the
oats very well.
2. Put 2 cups of fresh water, the soaked, drained oats and a pinch
of salt into the blender jar.
3. Select High and blend until smooth, about 1 minute.
4. Use immediately. The oat milk will last up to 3 days, refrigerated.
Shake, stir or re-blend before using.
Nutritional information per serving (1 cup):
Calories 100 (17% from fat) • carb. 18g • pro. 3g • fat 2g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 57mg • calc. 9mg • fiber 3g
Be sure to use brown rice for the greatest health benefits. Rice milk
has the most neutral flavor of the alternative milks that we provide
in this recipe book, so if you are looking for a liquid that has more
flavor than water and a bit more body, choose rice milk.
Makes about 4 cups
4 cups water
1 cup cooked and cooled brown rice (any size variety
works, i.e., short, medium or long grain)
1 tablespoon sweetener (optional)
1. Put the water, rice and sweetener, if using, into the blender jar.
2. Select High and blend until completely smooth, about 3 minutes.
3. Use immediately. The rice milk will last up to 3 days,
refrigerated. Shake, stir or re-blend before using.
Nutritional information per serving (1 heaping cup):
Calories 69 (6% from fat) • carb. 15g • pro. 1g • fat 0g • sat. fat 9g
• chol. 0mg • sod. 10mg • calc. 12mg • fiber 1g
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Blueberry Buckwheat Pancakes
The natural nuttiness of the buckwheat flour adds great flavor to
these low-in-fat pancakes. You can eat these for breakfast without
the guilt!
Makes about 20 pancakes
1 cup unbleached, all-purpose flour
½ cup buckwheat flour
1½ teaspoons baking powder
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
¼ teaspoon kosher salt
1½ cups buttermilk
2 large eggs
2 tablespoons maple syrup
½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1 cup fresh or frozen (thawed) blueberries (if using frozen
blueberries, toss with 2 tablespoons of the flour being
used in the recipe)
Unsalted butter, for greasing the pan
1. Put the flours, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon and salt
together in the blender jar. Select Low and blend to “sift” for 30
seconds. Transfer to a medium mixing bowl; reserve.
2. Put the buttermilk, eggs, maple syrup and vanilla into the
blender jar. Select Low and blend until completely combined,
about 20 seconds.
4. Preheat a griddle over medium heat. Once preheated, melt a
small amount of butter to just coat the pan. Drop batter using a
¼-cup measure. Cook pancakes until bubbles form, about 2
minutes; flip and cook until done, another 1 to 2 minutes. Repeat
with remaining batter.
5. Transfer to warm plates for serving. As you finish each round of
pancakes, you can keep them warm on a wire rack placed on a
baking sheet inside a low oven (200°F).
Nutritional information per serving (per pancake):
Calories 54 (14% from fat) • carb. 9g • pro. 2g • fat 1g • sat. fat 0g
• chol. 20mg • sod. 113mg • calc. 44mg • fiber 0g
3. Pour the liquid mixture over the dry ingredients and gently fold
with a spatula to just combine. Add the blueberries and gently
fold once or twice.
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