Everyone's talking about this trending Magnolia x Target 'nugget' ice maker – it's 30% off right now and perfect for summer
Joanna and Chip Gaines have jumped on the 'nugget' ice trend – and everybody's flocking to get this chic gadget while it's on sale


If you're in the market for the best ice maker this summer, there's one phrase you'll start hearing everywhere: nugget ice. These pebble-sized ice chunks are redefining the way we enjoy homemade drinks – and ice nuggets have become a full-blown social media obsession.
'This crunchy, chewable ice is especially popular on TikTok right now, winning fans over with its satisfying texture,' says Anna Herring, Homes & Gardens' Instagram and Pinterest trend expert. 'It also adds an aesthetic boost to everyday drinks, making even a simple soda feel like a treat.'
At the center of the trend is the GE Profile Opal Nugget Ice Maker, which has been given a chic, mini makeover by Joanna and Chip Gaines for the Magnolia x Hearth & Hand collection at Target. Now 30% off in Target's Summer Sale, it’s the perfect way to bring both style and refreshment to summer drinks.
Hearth & Hand x Magnolia GE Profile Opal Nugget Ice Maker | Was $499.99, now $399.99 at Target
This elegant little ice maker serves up crunchable, craveable nugget ice in 10 minutes or less.
Why we're loving the GE Opal Nugget Ice Maker
- Creates soft, crunchy pebble ice which is right on trend
- Elevates summer drinks, from iced matcha to cocktails
- Countertop-friendly design fits seamlessly into modern kitchen schemes
- Hygienic magnetic scoop holder
- More affordable and practical than the larger GE Opal 2.0
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Lydia is the Kitchen Appliances Editor for Homes & Gardens, testing everything from air fryers and mixers to juicers and coffee machines. She trained in Culinary Arts at Leiths School of Food & Wine and previously served as the Recipe Editor for Mindful Chef.
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