Cuisinart Mini Prep Plus Food Processor 3 Cup
- Bowl Capacity: 3 cups
- Wattage: 250 watts
- Power Source: Corded Electric
- Is the item dishwasher safe: Yes
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ASIN: B0000VZ054Model: DLC-2ACCategory: Food Processors
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A 3-cup capacity mini food processor from Cuisinart in white, built for small chopping jobs like onions, garlic, herbs, and nuts rather than full-size batches. The DLC-2AC model includes a feed top with small holes, useful for slowly adding oil when making mayonnaise.
The one recurring design gripe is that there's no on button to lock the machine running, so tasks like mayonnaise that need continuous processing mean holding the button down the whole time.
- 3-cup capacity mini food processor
- White finish
- Feed top designed for slow oil additions
- Compact size for everyday chopping
Who it's for
Fits anyone who wants a small second processor for everyday chopping tasks like onions, garlic, or herbs rather than large-batch food prep. Less ideal for cooks who want hands-free continuous operation, since it only runs while the button is held.
Pros and cons
- Motor handles chopping tasks with real power for its size
- Feed top with small holes suits slow oil additions for mayo
- Compact enough for daily countertop use
- Easy to clean with a soft sponge
- No on button, must hold the button down for the whole run
- Plastic bowl scratches with anything but a soft sponge
Performance notes
The motor runs only while the button is pressed, which gives fine control over chopping consistency but means longer jobs like emulsifying mayonnaise require holding it down the whole time. The plastic work bowl rinses clean easily, though it's prone to fine scratches if cleaned with anything more abrasive than a soft sponge.
Specifications
| Brand | Cuisinart |
|---|---|
| Model | DLC-2AC |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 1 poundlower than 95% of 40 food processors |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Bowl Capacity | 3 cupslower than 81% of 22 food processors |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Wattage | 250 wattslower than 78% of 42 food processors |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Voltage | 220 voltshigher than 78% of 42 food processors |
| Construction & materials | |
| Blade Material | Stainless Steel |
| Material | Stainless Steel |
| Color | White |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Chopping Blade, Container, Lid |
| Other details | |
| Is the item dishwasher safe | Yes |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Chop, Grind |
| Product Care Instructions | Dishwasher Safe |
| Part Number | DLC-2AC |
Closest rivals on specs
Brentwood MC-109BK Mini Food Chopper 1.5 Cup- Bowl Capacity 3 vs 1.5 cups (+100%)
- Item Weight 1 vs 1.7 pounds (-41%)
- Wattage 250 vs 100 watts (+150%)
LINKChef Food Processor 10 Cup- Bowl Capacity 3 vs 8 cups (-62%)
- Item Weight 1 vs 3.62 pounds (-72%)
- Wattage 250 vs 600 watts (-58%)
Hamilton Beach Stack & Snap Food Processor 14 Cup- Bowl Capacity 3 vs 14 cups (-79%)
- Item Weight 1 vs 5.8 pounds (-83%)
- Wattage 250 vs 500 watts (-50%)
Frequently asked questions
What is the capacity of the Cuisinart DLC-2AC?
It's a 3-cup mini food processor, sized for small chopping jobs rather than large batches.