Tom’s Guide Verdict
KitchenAid has come up trumps with this mini food chopper.
It’s small and mighty, perfect for chopping nuts, blitzing breadcrumbs, and creating smooth hummus.
The only major downside is that it only has one blade choice.
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However, sometimes a standard-size food processor is too big for some tasks.
Perhaps you want to chop up one onion, blend a small smoothie, or make a dip.
With a choice of 11 colorways, you’re bound to find a perfect match for your kitchen aesthetic.
Unpacking the applianceUnboxing the appliance is simple.
This is quite different toBreville’s Paradice 16 Food Processorthat comes with two boxes of attachments.
It can also puree cooked fruits or vegetables for baby food and soups and sauces.
And when it’s in action it measured 75 dBA.
With just one chopping blade and no other attachments, I was unable to whisk or slice ingredients.
I also made hummus, which I could use to test the drizzle basin and pour in oil.
What’s great about this food chopper is its size.
The compact appliance also takes up less space in the dishwasher, which is always an advantage.
I was impressed with the overall results.
I then made some hummus, which requires blending a few different ingredients rather than a straightforward chop.
I began chopping a can of chickpeas before adding some tahini and allowing it to blend.
This went relatively smoothly, and the lemon dripped through without any issue.
It was too dense; it sat in the basin section and wouldn’t drip through.
So, I had to remove the lid and pour the olive oil in this way.
However, this meant having to stop the appliance in between each addition.
Since testing the KitchenAid Food Chopper I have continued to use it.
There seems to be no end to what this little appliance can help you achieve in the kitchen.
Its full of warnings rather than instructions on how to use the product.
The only useful information was on care and cleaning.
The lever to control the speed is also easy to use.
And despite testing in on numerous occasions, Ive never quite picked up the knack.
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But despite these two issues, its still a relatively easy appliance to use.
KitchenAid 3-cup Food Chopper: Cleaning
This food chopper is relatively easy to clean.
The work bowl, lid, and blade can be washed in the top dishwasher rack.
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Alternatively, all parts can be washed in hot, soapy water, rinsed, and left to dry.
The base should be cleaned with a damp cloth, avoiding abrasive cleaners or scouring pads.
I didnt have any problem cleaning the food chopper after adding a multitude of different ingredients.
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