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Among the best summer activities is the leisurely walk to get ice cream after dinner, when the sun has finally gone down, and the temperature starts to drop. Unfortunately, my bank account does not love this activity, so making it at home is far more budget-friendly. But here's the thing about ice cream makers: they take up precious counter space I don't have as an apartment dweller. Which is why the Cuisinart FastFreeze is so intriguing. This ice cream maker is far more compact and easier to store when not in use.As an alternative to Ninja's Creami, it seems like an extremely appealing option, but does it live up to its potential? I tried the Cuisinart Fast Freeze ice cream maker myself, and here's what I think.Cuisinart FastFreeze at a glance

The Cuisinart FastFreeze set up is tall, but otherwise far smaller than an air fryer or a stand mixer.

The Cuisinart FastFreeze is a smaller, cheaper alternative to the Ninja Creami. It breaks down into easy-to-store pieces and processes half pints of ice cream in just seconds. However, the ice cream it makes is disappointing: too icy in texture and at risk of melting from overprocessing. Plus, the wand is exceptionally difficult to clean.A perfectly apartment-sized ice cream maker