They are also easier to clean because food stuck under the blades is more accessible. We found that wide blade guards with large vents do a better job of circulating the food around for better and faster blending. What to consider before buying an immersion blenderīlade guard: This is the dome-shaped part of the blender that covers the blades. Also, the blade needs to be fully submerged to work - you may have trouble blending very small quantities. Instead, stick to a high-powered blender or food processor. Great for small jobs like making pesto, dips, mayonnaise, whipped cream, scrambled eggs, and so much more, immersion blenders can whip up smoothies, milkshakes, and frozen drinks for one or two people - but that's where they cap out since the motor (and blades) are smaller and cannot run for a very long time without overheating.Īvoid hard foods (nuts and seeds) or very fibrous ones (kale and carrots) because they won’t get silky smooth.