KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Mini Chopper Pistachio
5KFC3516APT
Product Overview
Key Features
- Food chopper with 830ml work bowl capacity
- 240 Watt motor with 2 speeds and pulse control
- Dishwasher safe bowl, lid and blade for easy cleaning
- One-touch operation and drizzle basin for convenience
Key Specifications
- Brand:
- KitchenAid
- Model Number:
- 5KFC3516APT
- Capacity:
- 0.83
- Blades:
- Stainless steel
- Power (W):
- 240
- Dishwasher Safe:
- Work Bowl, Lid and stainless steel blade
Capacity
- Storage:
- Cord wrap
- Capacity Range:
- Below 1L
Options
- Settings:
- 2 Speeds and Pulse
- Controls:
- Sliding lever
Safety
- Safety:
- Locking blade
General Information
- Type:
- Food Chopper
- Colour:
- Green
- Supplier Colour:
- Pistachio
- Additional Features:
- One-touch operation, Drizzle Basin for emulsifying
- What's In The Box:
- 3.5 Cup Work Bowl w/ Handle & Spout, Stainless Steel Multi Purpose Blade, Lid with Drizzle Basin
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Capacity
- Storage:
- Cord wrap
- Capacity Range:
- Below 1L
Safety
- Safety:
- Locking blade
Warranty
- Manufacturer's Warranty:
- 2 Year
Product Dimensions
- Product Height (mm):
- 222
- Product Width (mm):
- 178
- Product Depth (mm):
- 143
- Product Weight (kg):
- 1.2
Box Dimensions
- Box Height (mm):
- 170
- Box Width (mm):
- 250
- Box Depth (mm):
- 210
- Box Weight (kg):
- 2
Product Reviews of KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Mini Chopper Pistachio
Overall Rating Snapshot
5 out of 5 stars from 9 reviews
100% of users recommend this product
What customers say, summarised by AI
- Compact size makes it ideal for small kitchens with limited space
- Stylish pistachio green design adds a cute touch to the kitchen
- Efficient two settings for chopping and puréeing various foods
- Performs well with nuts, dressings, and protein balls
- Simple to operate and cleans easily for everyday use
- Highly recommended for functionality and countertop convenience
Pros
Easy (2)
Great mini chopper
Makes small sized preps easy, simple to use
Judy
Confirmed purchase 24 April 2026
Published on 20 May 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great Product
Works very well
Tim
Confirmed purchase 30 March 2026
Published on 21 April 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Small but powerful
Bought this to replace the bulky bender because of limited space in the kitchen, it is powerful despite its size.
David
Confirmed purchase 29 March 2026
Published on 21 April 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Functional 100/10 ⭐️
Not only is the color of the chopper is in cute pistachio green, it is really functional! Two settings; chops and puree. Makes a great countertop appliance to replace the bulky blender!
Juliana
Confirmed purchase 23 March 2026
Published on 14 April 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Wonderful
Very good product must buy
Rav
Confirmed purchase 10 March 2026
Published on 31 March 2026
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Great product
I bought this food processor, compact, easy to use & powerful. Love it. Highly recommend this product
Anna
Confirmed purchase 3 October 2025
Published on 29 October 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Excellent chopper
It is a perfect size and easy to use. I would recommend to purchase this product.
TK
Confirmed purchase 6 April 2025
Published on 29 April 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Amazing compact processor
This is a great, stylish yet powerful little processor. I use this to make protein balls and it works great
Jasper
Confirmed purchase 23 March 2025
Published on 15 April 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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Sarah
It works really well for vitamising things such as nuts and is great for making dressings. I have loved having this on my kitchen bench
Sarah Birtles
Confirmed purchase 24 December 2024
Published on 15 January 2025
Yes, I recommend this product.
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At a glance
This compact mini chopper is ideal for singles, couples and smaller kitchens that need quick everyday prep for salsa, pesto, herbs or nuts. It is easy to use, light to move and simple to clean thanks to dishwasher-safe parts. Its main limitation is capacity, as the 830mL bowl is better for small batches than family-sized cooking.
What it’s great for
- Small-batch meal prep
- Chopping herbs and nuts
- Making dips and sauces
- Pureeing small portions
- Everyday snack prep
Where it works best
- Small kitchens
- Apartment living
- Everyday home kitchens
- Benchtops with limited space
Who it’s for
- Single-person households
- Couples
- Busy home cooks
- Small-space renters
- Users wanting simple everyday food prep
Things to consider
The 830mL bowl suits quick small-batch tasks, but it is less suitable than larger food processors for family-sized prep, slicing, grating or dough work.
Home chef suitability
Best for simple daily prep rather than advanced multi-step cooking
Ease of cleaning score
9/10 - dishwasher-safe bowl, lid and blade reduce cleanup effort
Recipe versatility rating
7/10 - strong for chopping, mixing and pureeing, but limited versus full-size processors with extra attachments
Family use fit
Better for 1-2 people or side-prep tasks than full family meal prep
Noise level vs category average
About average for a compact 240W mini chopper
Key benefits
- 830mL Work Bowl: Handles small-batch chopping, mixing and pureeing without taking up much bench space.
- 240W Motor: Delivers powered performance for everyday prep tasks such as herbs, nuts, dips and sauces.
- Two Speeds Plus Pulse: Gives better texture control for coarse chopping or smoother purees.
- Stainless Steel Blade: Tackles firmer ingredients with durable cutting performance.
- Lightweight 1.2kg Build: Easy to lift, move and store between uses.
- Dishwasher-Safe Bowl, Lid and Blade: Makes cleanup simpler after everyday food prep.
- Compact Footprint: Fits comfortably on smaller benchtops and in tighter kitchen spaces.
- Sliding Lever Controls: Keeps operation straightforward for quick start-and-stop use.
Q: Will this mini chopper handle nuts, herbs and dressings well?
A: Yes. The stainless steel blade, 2 speed settings and pulse function suit small jobs like chopped nuts, herbs, pesto and dressings. It is better for everyday portions than bigger batches for entertaining or bulk meal prep.
Q: Is the 3.5 cup bowl big enough for everyday prep?
A: Yes, for small households. The 830ml bowl suits single meals, snacks, sauces and side-prep, but it is not sized for large family batches. If you regularly prep several serves at once, a larger processor will be more practical.
Q: Can it replace a full size food processor for most jobs?
A: No. KitchenAid 5KFC3516APT is made for quick chopping, mixing and pureeing in small amounts, not broad food processor duties. It suits sauces, herbs and veg prep, but not large batches or more demanding prep sessions.
Q: Does this KitchenAid mini chopper take up much bench space?
A: No. KitchenAid 5KFC3516APT measures 178mm wide, 151mm deep and 222mm high, so it fits comfortably on compact benches. At 1.2kg, it is also easy to move between the cupboard and benchtop when needed.
Q: Can this model make smooth purees or only coarse chopping?
A: It can do both. KitchenAid 5KFC3516APT has 2 speed settings plus pulse, so texture is easier to control from rough chopping to smoother purees and dips. The small bowl suits short prep jobs rather than large-volume processing.
Q: Is it suitable for dough or crushing ice regularly?
A: No. This model is designed for chopping, mixing and pureeing with a stainless steel blade, not heavy-duty tasks like dough mixing or routine ice crushing. Choose a larger machine if those jobs are part of regular use.
Q: Does the bowl lock in place for safer operation?
A: Yes. This model includes a safety lock, so the bowl and lid need to be fitted correctly before it will run. That is useful for quick bench prep because it helps reduce accidental starts during everyday use.