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
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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.
