--- product_id: 673727 title: "Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor, 3 Cup Mini Food Processor to Chop Herbs, Vegetables, and Hard Cheese, 3 Cup Work Bowl, Reversible Stainless Steel Blade, DLC-2A, White" brand: "cuisinart" price: "VT28162" currency: VUV in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Cuisinart" url: https://www.desertcart.vu/products/673727-cuisinart-mini-prep-plus-food-processor-3-cup-mini-food store_origin: VU region: Vanuatu --- # 250W powerful motor Auto-reversing stainless steel blade 24-oz compact work bowl Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor, 3 Cup Mini Food Processor to Chop Herbs, Vegetables, and Hard Cheese, 3 Cup Work Bowl, Reversible Stainless Steel Blade, DLC-2A, White **Brand:** cuisinart **Price:** VT28162 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ⚡ Chop, grind, and conquer your kitchen prep like a pro—without the bulk! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor, 3 Cup Mini Food Processor to Chop Herbs, Vegetables, and Hard Cheese, 3 Cup Work Bowl, Reversible Stainless Steel Blade, DLC-2A, White by cuisinart - **How much does it cost?** VT28162 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/673727-cuisinart-mini-prep-plus-food-processor-3-cup-mini-food) ## Best For - cuisinart enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted cuisinart brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Sleek Space-Saver:** Lightweight, compact design fits neatly in cabinets or on counters—ideal for modern minimalist kitchens. - • **Effortless Cleanup:** Dishwasher-safe bowl and lid plus wipe-clean motor base keep your kitchen routine seamless and hygienic. - • **Compact Yet Capacious:** 24-ounce BPA-free work bowl perfectly sized for small batches without cluttering your countertop. - • **Smart Reversible Blade:** Patented stainless steel blade auto-reverses to chop herbs or grind hard cheese with professional ease. - • **Powerful Precision Chopping:** 250-watt motor delivers fast, efficient chopping and grinding for your daily kitchen prep. ## Overview The Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor is a compact powerhouse featuring a 250-watt motor and patented auto-reversing stainless steel blade. Its 24-ounce BPA-free work bowl is perfect for chopping herbs, vegetables, and grinding hard cheese with professional precision. Designed for easy cleanup with dishwasher-safe parts and a wipe-clean base, this sleek, lightweight processor fits effortlessly into any kitchen space. Backed by an 18-month warranty, it’s the ultimate small-batch prep tool for busy professionals who value efficiency and style. ## Description desertcart.com This little 250-watt workhorse comes in handy when a full-size food processor is unnecessary. The 3-cup work bowl is just right for making pesto or a salad dressing, and two receptacles in the lid have pinholes for one or two oils to stream into the bowl while the processor is blending a perfect emulsion. It's also ideal for chopping and grinding. Pressing the "chop" button deploys the sharp edge of Cuisinart's patented reversible blade to chop onions, herbs, or bread crumbs. Pressing the "grind" button whirls the blade in the other direction so its blunt side can grind nuts, coffee beans, or cheese. Compact at just 9 inches high and lightweight (it has a plastic body), the Mini Prep Plus can be tucked away in a cabinet, and the little spatula accompanying it goes into a drawer. It carries an 18-month warranty against defects. The plastic work bowl and lid are dishwasher-safe, but the stainless-steel blade should be hand washed to protect its edges. --Fred Brack Product Description The Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor is the perfect little helper for small food preparation, from chopping herbs to finely grinding hard cheese. Its versatility lies in its efficient 250-watt motor and special auto-reversing SmartPower blade, making the Mini-Prep versatile enough to process both soft and hard foods in the 24-ounce work bowl. In addition to the 24-ounce work bowl with handle, this mini food chopper includes a stainless steel blade with sharp blunt edges, spatula, and instruction/recipe book. The Mini-Prep Plus is as easy to clean as it is to look at, with a wipe-clean touch pad and dishwasher-safe removable parts. With a BPA-free design, the Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor comes with a limited 18-month warranty. Review: Same quality as full-size but in smaller size - I have owned a full size Cuisinart food processor for many years and loving to cook I use it often. However, there are times when I just need a quick chop up of an onion or other smaller food prep items that do not really require getting the larger processor out of the pantry and cleaning up later. If you already own the larger model, you will still find yourself using this smaller processor more than you thought. If on the other hand you live in an apartment with limited kitchen storage space or are cooking for only one or two, this size processor is perfect. Review: small and powerful - We didn't really want to own (and store) another kitchen appliance. Years ago we'd been given a full size food processor and never used it, ended up giving it away. We finally decided we needed to get one because we love hummus and it is so much cheaper to make than buy, and the blender just wasn't the tool for the job. Searching for small processors, the Cuisinart stood out for the number of high ratings of it. I looked at the smaller ones, but caught a comment along the lines of "you can't really use more than half the volume". While it looks like you can fit a lot in the processing chamber, and they call it 4 Cup capacity, the blade sits over an opening that is about half the total height, so if you've got a lot of liquid it is going to flow right through and out the bottom of the chamber. This is the biggest food processor we would want to store, and it turned out to be the perfect size for us. The brushed stainless plastic housing looks fine, I'd rather not pay for real stainless steel for a product that is kept behind a cabinet door. It was packed well, and came with a small plastic spatula which at first looked like a throw away item but turns out to be just the right size and shape to get nearly all the processed food out of the chamber. Not having used other food processors, I can't compare this one's functions to others. I'd imagine that a full size model with a more powerful motor could do more, but for us this is a good compromise. The first batch of hummus (the users' manual included a recipe for hummus which varied from my usual one, so I gave it a try and it is good) was all it took to confirm we had made a good choice buying this. It's fast, easy to use, does a great job and is easy to clean, and stores in a small space. I've used it half a dozen times now, and can see already that I'll be trying it out on other things- pesto, tapenade, guacamole . . . Bottom line is that I'm very happy with the way it looks, the way it works, the ease of use, and the reasonable price. If you want to make soups or process big batches of food consider a bigger model, but if your needs are like ours, this is a good choice. May 18, 2013 Now that we've had it and used it many times, I've got two things to add: the recipes in the users manual are good, and the processor is very noisy in use. I use a lot of power tools and I wear hearing protection when I use them. This kitchen tool seems to be as loud as my belt sander, and that is loud. ## Features - SUPERIOR FUNCTION: The Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor offers an efficient 250-watt motor and patented reversible stainless steel blade to quickly chop herbs, dice vegetables, and grind hard cheese. - CONVENIENT CONTROL: The 24-ounce food chopper with durable, lightweight plastic body features a push-button control panel and auto-reversing SmartPower blade for two powerful processing options—chop and grind (not recommended to grind beans as it chops). - EASY CLEANUP: A dishwasher-safe bowl and lid provide for easy cleanup, while the motor base can be wiped clean with a damp sponge or cloth. - WHAT’S INCLUDED: The mini chopper includes a 24-ounce work bowl with handle, stainless steel blade with sharp blunt edges, spatula, and instruction/recipe book. - LIMITED 18-MONTH WARRANTY: The BPA-free Cuisinart mini chopper comes with a limited 18-month warranty. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0000645YL | | Best Sellers Rank | #5,551 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #18 in Food Processors | | Blade Material | Stainless Steel | | Bowl Capacity | 24 Ounces | | Brand | Cuisinart | | Brand Name | Cuisinart | | Color | White | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 10,456 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00086279000309, 10086279000306 | | Included Components | Chopping Blade, Lid, motor/base, workbowl | | Is the item dishwasher safe? | Yes | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 5"D x 7"W x 9.25"H | | Item Type Name | Mini Prep Plus Food Processor | | Item Weight | 3 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Cuisinart | | Material | Plastic | | Model Name | Mini-Prep Plus 24-Ounce Food Processor | | Model Number | DLC-2A | | Number of Speeds | 1 | | Part Number | DLC2A | | Power Source | electric | | Product Care Instructions | Dishwasher Safe, Hand Wash | | Product Dimensions | 5"D x 7"W x 9.25"H | | Recommended Uses For Product | Blend, Chop, Emulsify, Grind | | Special Feature | Manual | | Special Features | Manual | | UPC | 086279000309 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Voltage | 120 Volts | | Warranty Description | 18 months | | Wattage | 250 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Cuisinart - **Color:** White - **Product Dimensions:** 5"D x 7"W x 9.25"H - **Special Feature:** Manual - **Wattage:** 250 watts ## Images ![Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor, 3 Cup Mini Food Processor to Chop Herbs, Vegetables, and Hard Cheese, 3 Cup Work Bowl, Reversible Stainless Steel Blade, DLC-2A, White - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71aBsypJnAL.jpg) ![Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor, 3 Cup Mini Food Processor to Chop Herbs, Vegetables, and Hard Cheese, 3 Cup Work Bowl, Reversible Stainless Steel Blade, DLC-2A, White - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81fM-N9lvjL.jpg) ![Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor, 3 Cup Mini Food Processor to Chop Herbs, Vegetables, and Hard Cheese, 3 Cup Work Bowl, Reversible Stainless Steel Blade, DLC-2A, White - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41rQUJlj5uL.jpg) ![Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor, 3 Cup Mini Food Processor to Chop Herbs, Vegetables, and Hard Cheese, 3 Cup Work Bowl, Reversible Stainless Steel Blade, DLC-2A, White - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81bv5i5zmpL.jpg) ![Cuisinart Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor, 3 Cup Mini Food Processor to Chop Herbs, Vegetables, and Hard Cheese, 3 Cup Work Bowl, Reversible Stainless Steel Blade, DLC-2A, White - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71t-JLFS6sL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Pattern, Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: is it bra free?** A: Nope, no free "bra". But my wife said if you head over to amazon's womens lingerie, you could find some good deals. Downside, they aren't free either. **Q: Is this fairly quiet or is it noisy? My current machine howls ike a damned soul in torment, which is why it is gathering dust in the cupboard.** A: Many food processors are pretty loud but this one is fairly quiet. I love this machine because it's not so big or heavy and quiet **Q: how do you operate it** A: It is very simple to operate and comes with good instructions. The main thing is to be sure that the lid is locked in place. It will only work with the bowl and lid locked securely in place. There are two speeds: chop and grind. Chop is for softer items and grind is for firmer items. You can also use the grind setting if you want to pulse it once or twice in the opposite blade direction. **Q: Has anyone used this to make something like a pie crust, where you would blend flour and butter into a coarse meal, then add water?** A: The machine is not powerful enough- in fact if you load it over half way with nuts it starts to bog down- I believe you will burn out the motor if you try pie crust. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Same quality as full-size but in smaller size *by C***T on May 18, 2026* I have owned a full size Cuisinart food processor for many years and loving to cook I use it often. However, there are times when I just need a quick chop up of an onion or other smaller food prep items that do not really require getting the larger processor out of the pantry and cleaning up later. If you already own the larger model, you will still find yourself using this smaller processor more than you thought. If on the other hand you live in an apartment with limited kitchen storage space or are cooking for only one or two, this size processor is perfect. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ small and powerful *by W***R on May 12, 2013* We didn't really want to own (and store) another kitchen appliance. Years ago we'd been given a full size food processor and never used it, ended up giving it away. We finally decided we needed to get one because we love hummus and it is so much cheaper to make than buy, and the blender just wasn't the tool for the job. Searching for small processors, the Cuisinart stood out for the number of high ratings of it. I looked at the smaller ones, but caught a comment along the lines of "you can't really use more than half the volume". While it looks like you can fit a lot in the processing chamber, and they call it 4 Cup capacity, the blade sits over an opening that is about half the total height, so if you've got a lot of liquid it is going to flow right through and out the bottom of the chamber. This is the biggest food processor we would want to store, and it turned out to be the perfect size for us. The brushed stainless plastic housing looks fine, I'd rather not pay for real stainless steel for a product that is kept behind a cabinet door. It was packed well, and came with a small plastic spatula which at first looked like a throw away item but turns out to be just the right size and shape to get nearly all the processed food out of the chamber. Not having used other food processors, I can't compare this one's functions to others. I'd imagine that a full size model with a more powerful motor could do more, but for us this is a good compromise. The first batch of hummus (the users' manual included a recipe for hummus which varied from my usual one, so I gave it a try and it is good) was all it took to confirm we had made a good choice buying this. It's fast, easy to use, does a great job and is easy to clean, and stores in a small space. I've used it half a dozen times now, and can see already that I'll be trying it out on other things- pesto, tapenade, guacamole . . . Bottom line is that I'm very happy with the way it looks, the way it works, the ease of use, and the reasonable price. If you want to make soups or process big batches of food consider a bigger model, but if your needs are like ours, this is a good choice. May 18, 2013 Now that we've had it and used it many times, I've got two things to add: the recipes in the users manual are good, and the processor is very noisy in use. I use a lot of power tools and I wear hearing protection when I use them. This kitchen tool seems to be as loud as my belt sander, and that is loud. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome-snow ice anyone? *by L***A on April 23, 2026* I bought this as an exact brand/type replacement for one from quite a few years ago that the blade plastic housing started giving out. It works perfectly as expected. I made snow ice from crushed store ice in seconds. 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