This multipurpose mini chopper makes a big difference when it comes to small-batch food prep. The ideal combination of compact convenience and powerful performance, it features easy-to-use paddle controls that switch seamlessly between Chop and Grind functions. The auto-reversing Smartpower® blade shifts direction instantly for versatile food prep made perfect, and the Bladelock System keeps the blade securely in place, so you can easily pour out finished ingredients. From pureeing applesauce and emulsifying salad dressing, to chopping vegetables and grinding spices, this kitchen essential brings endless variety to the table.
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Dimensions (Overall): 9.29 Inches (H) x 5.6 Inches (W) x 7.2 Inches (D)
Warranty: 18 Month Limited Warranty. To obtain a copy of the manufacturer's or supplier's warranty for this item prior to purchasing the item, please call Target Guest Services at 1-800-591-3869
TCIN: 86373016
UPC: 086279200624
Item Number (DPCI): 072-04-7632
Origin: Imported
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Estimated ship dimensions: 6.25 inches length x 9.25 inches width x 10.5 inches height
Estimated ship weight: 3.7 pounds
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A: Thanks for your question! Yes, this unit will work to chop cabbage and carrots.
submitted byProduct Expert - 7 months ago
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Q: Can it be used to make pie crust?
submitted by momof2 - 1 year ago
A: The MCH-4 Cuisinart chopper handles a variety of food preparation tasks, such as chopping, grinding, puréeing, emulsifying, and blending. However, the unit is not designed mixing pie crust.
submitted byProduct Expert - 1 year ago
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Q: Will W, Will the 4-cup Mini Chopper make nut butter from soaked or soaked and dehydrated nuts?
submitted by Madeline - 2 years ago
A: Thanks for your inquiry! Yes, the Cuisinart Mini-Chopper is an excellent kitchen tool to help in making nut butters!
submitted byProduct Expert - 2 years ago
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Q: Is this food processor BPA free?
submitted by Chef CJ - 2 years ago
A: Thanks for your inquiry! The Cuisinart Core Custom food processor is BPA-free.
submitted byProduct Expert - 2 years ago
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Q: Can you grind or chop cooked meat
submitted by Mau - 2 years ago
A: Thank you for your inquiry about the Mini-Chopper! This unit is not designed to grind, but it will chop small pieces of cooked meat.
submitted byProduct Expert - 2 years ago
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Q: Can you grind leftover meat
submitted by Mau - 2 years ago
A: Thank you for your inquiry about the Mini-Chopper! This unit is not designed to grind.
submitted byProduct Expert - 2 years ago
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Q: Can you shredd cheese with this?
submitted by Mio - 2 years ago
A: Thank you for your interest in Cuisinart, Mio. This product is intended for chopping and grinding, not shredding. Hope that helps!
submitted byMarcus - 2 years ago
Q: Is it hard to clean?
submitted by Gigi - 2 years ago
A: Not at all! There are dishwasher safe parts, making this incredibly easy to clean. Often times I simply add water, a dash of soap and turn it back on for a moment to do the job. Hope this helps!
submitted byMarcus - 2 years ago
Q: Is this a food processor?
submitted by Me - 2 years ago
A: Me, This little workhorse is a multipurpose chopper capable of pureeing applesauce, emulsifying salad dressing, chopping vegetables, and grinding spices. This item is a 4-cup kitchen essential that brings endless variety to the table.
submitted byProduct Expert - 2 years ago
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Q: are all the parts that come in contact with food bpa free?
submitted by ann - 3 years ago
A: Ann, this product is BPA free. As with my response to the CCH-4 question you posed, at the bottom of the Cuisinart web site there is a "Chemical Disclosures" link that you can click and enter any Cuisinart model number to see the list of chemicals that require a chemical disclosure. I hope this helps.
This food processor is a versatile kitchen companion that excels in chopping and pureeing tasks, making meal prep quicker and easier. Guests appreciate its compact size, ease of cleaning, and powerful performance, especially for small batches. While some have experienced issues with durability and motor noise, many find it indispensable for daily cooking needs, particularly for fresh ingredients and quick recipes.
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4.4 out of 5 stars with 156 reviews
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8 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
24 August, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Wish my bought sooner!
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Love this little gadget. Wish I’d bought sooner..makes work in the kitchen easier and faster.
KathyK old saybrook
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5 out of 5 stars
23 August, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
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Should bought it a long time ago. Wasted a lot of money on other gadgets. Use it every day!
Mo82
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1 out of 5 stars
23 July, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Did not purée my pesto
I bought this because it stated that it could purée apple sauce, thinking it could make good pesto. I was wrong. My pesto could not get puréed enough and still had pieces of basil that were too large. Should have just bought the regular mini food processor.
1 reply from Cuisinart team - 1 month ago
We're sorry to hear the Core Custom 4 Cup Chopper did not meet your expectations. As a chopper, this model is designed for lighter prep tasks and has more limited processing capabilities than our full-size food processors, which may be better suited for recipes like pesto that require a finer, smoother consistency. For best results, cutting ingredients into smaller pieces and processing in batches may help improve texture, but we also offer a variety of food processor models that may better match your needs. Thank you for sharing your feedback—it helps us continue improving our products and helping consumers find the best solution for their kitchen needs.
Sophie Bryer
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1 out of 5 stars
23 June, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Don't buy
It doesn't work and it's the 1st time I used it. Was a gift. I thought Cuisinart was a good brand
1 reply from Cuisinart team - 2 months ago
We’re sorry to hear the chopper did not work on first use, especially as it was a gift, and we understand how disappointing that must be. For troubleshooting, we recommend ensuring all components are properly aligned and securely locked into place, as the unit will not operate unless assembled correctly. Our team would be happy to assist further and review your experience—please contact our Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-726-0190 and reference Ticket #8901026029. Thank you for sharing your feedback, as it helps us improve future products and overall performance.
VeronicaAmmo
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2 out of 5 stars
14 May, 2026
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These keep braking pieces to be able to chop! This is the 2nd or 3rd I have bought and I am not happy having to chop by hand with arthritis!!!
1 reply from Product Expert team - 4 months ago
Thank you for sharing your experience with the Cuisinart Core Custom 4-Cup Mini Chopper—we’re sorry to hear about the repeated issues with components breaking, especially given how important convenience is for your needs. For best results, we recommend avoiding overfilling and ensuring ingredients are cut into smaller, even pieces to help reduce strain on internal parts during processing. This is not the experience we want for our consumers, and we would like to review your situation to explore possible warranty options or solutions. Please contact our Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-726-0190 and reference ticket #8900779387, and thank you again—your feedback helps guide improvements for future models.
suzanne
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1 out of 5 stars
9 May, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Stopped working after only a couple of months
Unfortunately this stopped working after only a couple of months. I tried all troubleshooting options online and on YouTube and even troubleshooting on phone but nothing worked. I had registered my warranty and when I contacted to utilize it there was a huge run around and hoops to jump through but they finally agreed to send me a new one after I cut the cord on the broken one. Understand about cutting the cord but adding more plastic and electric device to landfill stinks.
1 reply from Cuisinart team - 4 months ago
We’re happy to hear we were ultimately able to assist with a warranty replacement for your Core Custom™ 4‑Cup Chopper, and we’re sorry for the inconvenience you experienced along the way. We understand your concerns regarding disposal, and the cord‑cutting step is a standard safety requirement to ensure non‑operable units cannot be reused. Thank you for taking the time to provide your feedback, as it helps us improve future models and customer experience.
Seattle206
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5 out of 5 stars
16 April, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Love the size!
Just the right size for my smaller amounts. Bought this one to replace my older one which had broken parts.
Patty L P
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5 out of 5 stars
30 March, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Better food, quickly made for all cooks.
What’s most important to me is this device’s ability to save me time and also money. i’m a single guy and I prefer to cook every day and I don’t like pre-prepared frozen meals. Onions, peppers, garlic, all chop in seconds. Homemade vinaigrettes, salad dressings and marinades happen in seconds, and taste better than bottled ones from the supermarket—preservative- free with fresh ingredients guarantee a better taste. Of course I still use my larger Cuisinart, but this food processor I use almost every day and it gives my chef’s knife a break. Don’t forget salsa, guacamole, and tapenades.
The Donny
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4 out of 5 stars
16 March, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Great small chopper/Quickly did it's job.
This chopped an Onion faster than I expected, Did a great job in a few seconds..Impressive.
Bob72
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5 out of 5 stars
15 March, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Like this one the best...
This little kitchen tool is a real gem. I use it almost every day and save a lot of time...and energy.
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1 out of 5 stars
12 March, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Disappointed
Purchased it several weeks ago, use it once, it worked. Now I want to use it again and it won't work, it's dead. I checked everything, plug, power supply, bowl and cover well set, nothing helps. Very disappointed.
1 reply from Cuisinart team - 6 months ago
We’re sorry to hear about the issues with your Conair 4-cup food processor. It sounds like you’ve checked all the basic connections, and we’d like to help troubleshoot further. Please ensure the bowl and lid are fully seated and the unit is on a level surface, and try pressing the reset button if your model has one. If it still does not operate, contact our Consumer Assistance Center at 1-800-726-0190 and reference ticket #8900563392 so our team can assist with repair or replacement options.
Silvio
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5 out of 5 stars
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11 March, 2026Verified purchase
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light weight, quick, easy to use
Jerry
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5 out of 5 stars
11 March, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Great for food prep
This is a high quality little food chopper as I would expect from Cuisinart. After hand surgery this chopper has been a huge help. It does take a bit of practice at first but after a little trial and error I find this easy to use. Don’t let the small size fool you. It does hold 4 cups. Every part is dishwasher safe so clean up is not a problem. Stores well too. I’m very happy with this purchase and would highly recommend!
kimmyb68
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5 out of 5 stars
3 February, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Perfect size for me and powerful two speeds,
I replaced my old Cuisinart mini chopper with this 4 cup two speed model. 4 cusps is, for me, a good size and I really like the reversing two speed design. I have made butter, chopped vegies and course spices. Works perfectly. The two speeds are great for making butter too.
BigLinso
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5 out of 5 stars
2 February, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Simple, easy, does exactly what it's supposed to.
While we have a food processor, for smaller batches the 4 cup chopper provides a good base for rough/fine chops of vegetables. The buttons are basic, the cup large enough for a single medium to large onion, and the device does a fine job of chopping vegetables. The bowl is easy to clean, and a rinse between each vegetable chopped is all that's needed before proceeding to the next vegetable prep.
glnorrisjr
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5 out of 5 stars
18 January, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Great for small jobs
Excellent little job machine I have a large cuisinart and for small tasks it doesn’t work so well. This is perfect j
Apple farmer
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1 out of 5 stars
16 January, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Chopper Failed to Turn On
The chopper would not turn on. I have returned it.
1 reply from Cuisinart team - 8 months ago
We’re sorry to hear the chopper did not power on and appreciate you sharing your experience. While we understand you’ve already returned the unit, this product is covered by a 3-year limited warranty, and our Consumer Service team is always available at 1-800-726-0190 should you need assistance in the future.
Slowboat
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5 out of 5 stars
15 January, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Does what it's supposed to do very well
Not much to say other than if you want a quick way to chop or puree, this does the job very well. Furthermore, given that it's just a blade, bowl and lid cleanup - hand wash or dishwasher - is quick.
Richard WdN
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5 out of 5 stars
9 January, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Small but mighty little chopper!!
A gift from my d-i-l. She recently got one for herself and I was interested in its functions and design. It's small but mighty and takes little space on my countertop. I was very impressed my first use; chopping fresh thyme and garlic, then mixing my goat and cream cheeses with some honey. It was perfect in such little time. I don't know how I've lived without this and it's become a regular part of my daily food prep. Thank you Cuisinart!
Mary Ellen H.
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5 out of 5 stars
8 January, 2026
originally posted on cuisinart.com
Perfect for smaller tasks.
Simple and perfect for small jobs. If you need to chop or mince a small amount and don’t want to break out—or clean—your big Cuisinart, this machine is what you need.