How to Use a Magic Bullet

Co-authored by Amy Bobinger

Last Updated: September 1, 2022 References Tested

The Magic Bullet is a compact blender with a powerful motor that makes quick work out of chopping, blending, grinding, and more. The Magic Bullet is easy to use, so grab your favorite ingredients and whip up a smoothie or a batch of salsa today!

Part 1

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Adding Your Ingredients

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Prep your ingredients for blending. Before you add your ingredients to the Magic Bullet, you’ll need to remove any peels, seeds, stems, or anything else you don’t want to eat. If you're using fresh produce, be sure to rinse it off thoroughly.^{[1]
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Chop the ingredients into smaller chunks, if needed. Your ingredients just need to be small enough to fit into the Magic Bullet container, which has a diameter of 4.75 inches (12.1 cm).
- If you're having trouble getting an even consistency, try cutting your ingredients into ¹⁄₂ inch (1.3 cm) pieces.
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Choose the cup you want to use. The Magic Bullet comes with a tall cup, a short cup, and a party mug. You'll use the tall cup for most of your recipes, but you can use the short cup if you're only making a small amount of a recipe. Use the party mug for drinks and smoothies.^{[2]
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Place the prepared ingredients into the cup. Be sure you don't fill the cup past the fill line, which is designated by a small rim located just below where the top screws on to the cup. The Magic Bullet holds about 18 fluid ounces (530 mL).^{[3]
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Part 2

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Operating the Magic Bullet

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Place the lid with the correct blade tightly on the cup. Most Magic Bullets come with 2 blades. The first is the Cross Blade for mixing, grating, and puréeing most foods, and the second is the Flat Blade for grinding and chopping harder ingredients like coffee beans or nuts, as well as whipping foods like whipped cream or butter.^{[4]
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- If your Magic Bullet came with only one blade, it’s probably the Cross Blade.
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Place the cup on the Power Base. Once you’ve added your ingredients and tightened on the correct blade, you’ll turn the cup upside-down. Then, line up the tabs on the cup and the Power Base and set the cup in place.^{[5]
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Press down on the cup to turn it on and release to turn it off. When you’re ready to begin blending, all you have to do is press down on the cup. The Magic Bullet works quickly, so make sure you pay close attention while you’re blending. When you want it to stop, just let go.^{[6]
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Hold or lock the Magic Bullet in place if you want puréed food. For smooth, creamy textures, like smoothies, allow the Magic Bullet to run continuously. However, make sure you never keep the blade running for more than 1 minute at a time, or you can burn out the motor on your Magic Bullet, causing permanent damage.^{[7]
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- If you turn the cup clockwise while you’re holding it down on the base, you can put it into “Lock” mode for hands-free blending. To release, turn it counter-clockwise and release the cup.^{[8]
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Pulse the Magic Bullet if you want chunky food. For foods with a chunky texture, like salsa or guacamole, press the cup into the base, then release. Allow the blade to stop moving completely, then press down again. This is called “pulsing.”^{[9]
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- Shake the cup if your ingredients are thick. If you’re having trouble with your ingredients clumping in your cup and not reaching the Magic Bullet blade, try shaking the cup. You can either remove the cup from the base and shake it, then replace it on the base, or you can hold the entire assembly securely in 2 hands and shake while you’re pulsing.^{[10]
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Remove the cup from the base and unscrew the lid. If you want to leave your ingredients in the cup, twist on a comfort ring or a resealable lid.^{[11]
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Part 3

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Creating Popular Dishes

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Blend ice, yogurt, and your favorite fruit to make a smoothie. You can use almost any combination of fruit to make a delicious smoothie for a breakfast on-the-go or a refreshing post-workout snack. Use the Cross Blade for a smooth texture.^{[12]
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- Mix a handful of strawberries with 1/2 of a banana, a peach, ¹⁄₂ cup (120 mL), and several cubes of ice for a delicious mixed fruit smoothie.
- Try mixing a banana, 2 tablespoons (30 mL) of peanut butter, ¹⁄₂ cup (120 mL) of milk, and 2 tablespoons (30 mL) of honey for a peanut butter banana smoothie.
- Instead of ice, try freezing your fruit in advance for a delicious cold treat.
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Mix onion, jalapeño, tomatoes, and garlic to make salsa. Make your own fresh salsa by pulsing a quarter of a large onion, a tomato cut into quarters, and 1 clove of garlic. Use the Cross Blade and pulse your ingredients until your salsa is the consistency you prefer. For variety, try mixing in cilantro, jalapeño, and lemon or lime juice. Season with salt and pepper.^{[13]
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- This recipe makes about 1 cup (120 grams) of thin salsa. If you prefer a thicker consistency, drain off some of the liquid.
- If the salsa looks foamy at first, just let it sit for 1-2 minutes.
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Pulse avocados, lime juice, onion, and cilantro to make guacamole. Next time you’re having Mexican for dinner, whip up a quick batch of guacamole to serve on the side. Put 2 avocados, the juice from a lime, a quarter of a white or red onion, and 1-2 springs of fresh cilantro in the Magic Bullet. Pulse with the Cross Blade until you get the consistency you like.^{[14]
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- This recipe makes about 1 cup (120 grams) of guacamole.
- Serve guacamole on top of tacos or fajitas or as a dip with tortilla chips or fresh veggies.
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Pour heavy cream in the short cup to make whipped cream. For a sweet treat, whip heavy cream using the Flat Blade until it’s smooth. You should hear a difference in the motor when the cream is finished whipping.^{[15]
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Community Q&A

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Can you put hot coffee in a Magic Bullet?

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No, it’s not safe to put hot liquids in the Magic Bullet or any other sealed blender. The heat can cause pressure to build up inside the blender, with potentially dangerous results. Always stick to using cool, cold, or room-temperature ingredients in your Magic Bullet.
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How do you clean a Magic Bullet?

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You can wash all the components of the Magic Bullet in the top rack of a dishwasher, except for the base with the motor in it. Don't use an extremely high heat/sanitizing setting. If you don’t have a dishwasher, wash the components with dish soap and warm water in your sink. If you need to clean the base, wipe it down with a slightly damp cloth and use a little dish soap to remove tough residue, but take care not to soak the base or get water on the electrical components inside.
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Can you put ice in the Magic Bullet?

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Yes, the Magic Bullet should be able to handle ice. It works best if you use ice that is already crushed, but most users report being able to put ice cubes in it with no problem.