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How To Clean An Immersion Blender (Step By Step)

Fill a pot or bowl with warm water and add some dish soap.
Place the blending wand in the water and let it soak for a few minutes to help loosen up any stuck food or sauces.
Rub all of the food particles off of the blades with a sponge very carefully.
Rinse the immersion blender under running water to make sure all of the soap is removed.
Plug it in and turn it on to the lowest setting over the sink to dry off any excess water.
Dry the immersion blender with a towel to make sure any excess liquid is removed and dried.
To clean the motor base, wipe it down with an antibacterial solution or wipe. Use a toothpick or toothbrush to clean any hard-to-reach crevices. Make sure the blender is not plugged in and that the base does not get soaked in water.
Store the immersion blender in a safe place.

FAQ

Can I put my immersion blender in the dishwasher?

Immersion blenders should not be placed in the dishwasher. However, some of the blade wands are dishwasher safe. Check the model manual.

Can I submerge the entire immersion blender in water to clean it?

It is not recommended that you submerge the entire immersion blender in water as this could damage the electrical components. This can prove to be dangerous, especially when you plug the immersion blender back into power–it may malfunction and disrupt your home’s electrical systems, and as these experts will tell you, always unplug and be sure to keep electrical cords away from water! To avoid all this, only submerge the blending wand into water and make sure that the motor base is dry.

What if there is food stuck on the blades that won’t come off?

If there is food stuck on the blades that will not come off, you can try using a toothbrush to help scrub it away. Be very careful when doing this so you do not cut yourself. You may also want to consider taking the immersion blender to a professional cleaner.

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How To Clean An Immersion Blender

Do you own an immersion blender? If so, you know how convenient they can be! However, they can also be a bit tricky to clean. Here are the step by step instructions for How To Clean An Immersion Blender that will help keep it in good condition and prevent any bacteria from growing.

Cook Time5

Course: How To Clean

Cuisine: American

Keyword: immersion blender

Author: Valerie Skinner

Equipment

1 Immersion Blender motor and blending wand

Instructions

Fill a pot or bowl with warm water and add some dish soap.
Place the blending wand in the water and let it soak for a few minutes to help loosen up any stuck food or sauces.
Rub all of the food particles off of the blades with a sponge very carefully.
Rinse the immersion blender under running water to make sure all of the soap is removed.
Plug it in and turn it on to the lowest setting over the sink to dry off any excess water.
Dry the immersion blender with a towel to make sure any excess liquid is removed and dried.
To clean the motor base, wipe it down with an antibacterial solution or wipe. Use a toothpick or toothbrush to clean any hard-to-reach crevices. Make sure the blender is not plugged in and that the base does not get soaked in water.
Store the immersion blender in a safe place.