Dig Into Rock Hard Ice Cream with an Oxo Ice Cream Spade!
Written: Mar 31 '04
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Pros: Strong construction, comfy non-slip handle, cuts through ice cream, unique spade scoop
Cons: Not recommended for dishwashers, newer/improved versions available, metal looks aged
The Bottom Line: This is a unique way of making it easy to cut through ice cream. Another one of Oxo's great products, as usual!
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| Javelina's Full Review: Oxo 9" Ice Cream Spade (black) |
I have a variety of Oxo kitchen tools, including their regular ice cream scoop. When I go to visit my parent’s, however, I use my mom’s 9” Ice Cream Spade. We bought the spade years ago, and since then, Oxo has come out with a Non-stick and steel version of the same scoop as well.
This ice cream spade is listed on the Oxo website for $7.99. I generally buy my kitchen items at Linen’s N Things or Bed Bath and Beyond, which accept each other’s coupons. (I’ve also been told that BB&B takes expired coupons). This is a great way to save, and I only shop there with my coupons!
The Oxo Ice Cream Space
The dimensions are 9" x 3" x 1", and the spade weighs in at 5 oz.. The product picture is pretty self-explanatory, but the spade is like a big, squarish, flattened spoon. The edges aren’t razor sharp, of course, but they are like the edge of a regular scoop, and thin enough to make a good cutting edge.
The spade is made of aluminum, and the handle is made from Oxo’s trademark black Santoprene rubber. There are grooves in the sides of the handle to make it textured for additional non-slip security. There is also a hole in the handle, for hanging or other storage.
Although many of the Oxo kitchen tools I have are dishwasher safe, this ice cream spade is not recommended for use in the dishwasher.
Satisfaction Guarantee
“We guarantee everything we make! If for any reason you are not satisfied with an OXO product, return it for replacement or refund. Please contact OXO’s customer service department and we will be happy to assist you.” Oxo’s satisfaction guarantee actually makes me have more faith in their products. I have never had to utilize their guarantee, which says quite a bit as well. I’m pleased that this company is willing to back their products.
My Thoughts
Looking at the Oxo ice cream spade, it isn’t really obvious as to what its advantages are. But when I use it, I realize that it makes scooping ice cream easier. It makes sense when you think about it – the spade cuts through ice cream, rather than scooping it. I know that with really hard ice cream, the spade can be easier to use. I also know that it makes it easier for my grandmother as well, who doesn’t have a whole lot of strength. If we have ice cream that is rock hard, I would most likely use this tool. It acts to slice ice cream in what I think is an easier motion of cutting.
Some people like to run their ice cream scoops or spades under hot water, which aids in scooping the ice cream. Sometimes I do it; however, it leaves behind an icy layer on top of the ice cream, so I usually forego it.
The spade is nicely designed, and is very comfortable. The rubber handle is obviously non-slip, but the texture also aids in preventing slippage. Because it is rubber, it also won’t conduct any coldness from the ice cream as well.
I have never had any durability problems with the spade. The handle and spoon have never, ever bent or not held up to the pressure of cutting into ice cream.
The only things I can think of that are negative about this product are very minimal. If I were to purchase one now, years later, I think I would be more likely to go with the non-stick, which I personally believe is an improvement.
It doesn’t bother me that this spade isn’t dishwasher safe, but it would be nice to have that option. I actually wash all my Oxo tools right away, so that they are clean and on hand, and so that I don’t risk wear and tear on the rubber handles. Ice cream isn’t that messy, so a simple rinse of the spade usually suffices anyway.
Another possible downside is that this spade won’t give you your typical scoop-shaped balls of ice cream. But obviously, if you were making an ice cream cone, you wouldn’t scoop with a spade. I really don’t care what shape my ice cream is, so this is completely a non-issue for me.
Lastly, we have had our spade for a long time. The actual spade part seems to be darkening. The appearance of the spade is a non-issue for me, but is just something to note.
This is a solid ice cream spade, which utilizes a nice design to aid in cutting through ice cream, especially when it is hard. The handle is comfortable and one of my favorite aspects of Oxo products. I’ll give this one 4 out of 5 stars, because it is sturdy and unique…yet Oxo has made “upgrades” to this spade with some newer “models”.
Oxo: http://www.oxo.com
My other Oxo reviews:
Oxo Safety Can Opener
Oxo Beak-Shaped Ice Cream Scoop
Oxo Citrus Zester
Oxo 14 Nylon Slotted Spoon
Oxo 14” Nylon Spoon
Oxo Garlic Press
Oxo Pizza Cutter
Oxo 4-pc Measuring Spoons
Oxo Swivel Peeler
Oxo Wire Cheese Slicer
Zyliss Ice Cream Scoop
Recommended:
Yes
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