Nostalgia Electric Bucket Ice Cream Maker 6 Qt
- Capacity: 6 quarts
- Operation Mode: Automatic
- Material: Aluminum, Plastic, Wood
- Item Weight: 11.15 pounds
Last refreshed Jun 15, 2026 · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A wood-bucket electric churn that reliably turns out a large 6-quart batch of homemade ice cream, provided you're prepared to load it with ice and salt each time.
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ASIN: B09Z75YKHKModel: NDICM125Category: Ice Cream Machines
Overview
This Nostalgia electric ice cream maker uses a 6-quart wood bucket with an aluminum canister and a motorized churn to make homemade ice cream, gelato or frozen yogurt in about 20 minutes. A carry handle makes it easy to move between the kitchen and a backyard gathering.
Like a traditional churn, it still needs ice and rock salt packed around the canister, so treat this as an old-fashioned method with an electric motor doing the stirring rather than a self-contained freezer unit. It ships with an instruction booklet that includes recipes for old-fashioned ice cream and sherbet.
- Real wood bucket construction
- Ready in about 20 minutes
- Works for ice cream, gelato and frozen yogurt
- Portable with an attached carry handle
Who it's for
Good for families or gatherings who want a traditional churned ice cream experience without hand-cranking, and don't mind sourcing ice and salt for each batch. Skip it if you want a self-refrigerating machine that needs no ice, or a small single-serving countertop unit.
Pros and cons
- Makes a large 6-quart batch per run
- Motorized churning, no hand-cranking
- Wood bucket with carry handle
- Includes a recipe booklet
- Requires ice and rock salt each use
- Aluminum canister is thin
- Bucket size needs storage space
Specifications
| Brand | Nostalgia |
|---|---|
| Model | NDICM125 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Weight | 11.15 pounds |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Capacity | 6 quartshigher than 87% of 40 ice cream machines |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Aluminum, Plastic, Wood |
| Color | Wood |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 1 |
| Included Components | Ice Cream Maker |
| Other details | |
| Operation Mode | Automatic |
| Product Care Instructions | Hand Wash |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Residential |
| Other Special Features of the Product | Manual |
| Part Number | Nostalgia |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Nostalgia ice cream maker need ice and salt?
Yes, you pack ice and rock salt around the aluminum canister inside the wood bucket so the motor can churn against it.
How much ice cream does this Nostalgia maker produce?
It's rated for 6 quarts per batch, enough for a family or a small gathering.
How long does it take to make ice cream in this machine?
The listing states it churns a batch in about 20 minutes using the electric motor.