--- product_id: 35066305 title: "KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper, KFC3516OB, Onyx Black" brand: "kitchenaid" price: "$237.44" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Kitchen Aid" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/35066305-kitchenaid-3-5-cup-food-chopper-kfc3516ob-onyx-black store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # 3.5 cup precision bowl Instant pulse control 240W torque-optimized motor KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper, KFC3516OB, Onyx Black **Brand:** kitchenaid **Price:** $237.44 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🍽️ Chop smarter, not harder — your kitchen’s sleek secret weapon! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper, KFC3516OB, Onyx Black by kitchenaid - **How much does it cost?** $237.44 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/35066305-kitchenaid-3-5-cup-food-chopper-kfc3516ob-onyx-black) ## Best For - kitchenaid enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted kitchenaid brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Pulse Control Mastery:** True momentary pulse button offers precise chopping control, preserving texture and flavor. - • **Quiet, Stable & Durable:** Heavy damping mass reduces vibration and noise, ensuring fatigue-free, professional-grade performance. - • **Compact Culinary Command:** 3.5 cup bowl with locking blade and pour spout—perfectly sized for quick, mess-free meal prep. - • **Precision Torque Powerhouse:** 240W motor engineered for maximum chopping efficiency, delivering uniform cuts every time. - • **Effortless Cleanup & Storage:** Dishwasher-safe components plus integrated cord storage keep your kitchen sleek and ready. ## Overview The KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper (KFC3516OB) combines a torque-optimized 240W motor with precision-engineered stainless steel blades and a compact 3.5 cup bowl. Designed for millennial professionals who value efficiency and quality, it delivers consistent, uniform chopping with instant pulse control. Its dishwasher-safe parts, cord storage, and vibration-damping design make it a quiet, durable, and easy-to-use tool that elevates everyday meal prep while saving time and counter space. ## Description This compact and lightweight 3.5 Cup Food Chopper is ideal for everyday use and offers endless fresh options to quickly chop, mix and puree - whether you want to eat healthier, be more creative, or just save time on meal prep. Easily chop fresh fruits and vegetables, mince parsley, chives, or garlic, all for easy preparation in your favorite recipes. You can even purée cooked fruit or vegetables to make baby food, or to use as bases for soups or sauces. The drizzle basin is great for making mayonnaise, dressings, sauces and other condiments. Review: Works beautifully - Love this. Works beautifully, easy to use. Everything except the base is dishwasher safe. Great size. Rarely need my full-sized processor now that we’re empty nesters. Review: Amazing. Finally a machine that chops even chunks as small as you want. Love it. - I honestly didn’t expect to love this little chopper as much as I do. I hesitated at the price because $69 felt high for something so small, but after using it, I get it. It just works. Onions chop evenly instead of turning half to mush and half to chunks. Even 1 piece of ginger or garlic gets chopped in uniform chunks. Nuts come out chopped, not powdered, unless you want them that way. The pulse button gives really good control, and it stops immediately when you let go, which makes a big difference. There was no manual so a hint- the chopper works when the bowl clicks into place and then you press on the black part of the lid. It’s sturdy, not flimsy, and doesn’t bounce around on the counter. Cleanup is easy and I actually reach for it instead of my big food processor for most everyday tasks. I cut large carrots in thirds just see how it would handle larger chunks. Made perfect grated carrots for salad. I love this product. I asked ChatGPT while it worked so well. Here’s what it said regarding why it works so well. Motor torque matched to bowl size (this is the quiet secret). What you bought is not “more powerful” in the headline-watt sense; it is better matched. The KFC3516 uses a relatively high-torque, low-inertia motor driving a very small load. Large processors waste energy spinning mass—big bowls, long shafts, air, and plastic flex. Here almost all torque goes directly into the food. Torque matters more than RPM for chopping. This is why onions shear cleanly instead of smearing. 2. Blade geometry favors shear, not circulation. The S-blade is short, thick, and steeply pitched. That geometry creates localized shear zones rather than a vortex. Many processors try to pull food into a circulating flow; this one repeatedly forces food into the blade edge. That means fewer “ride-along” pieces stuck to the walls and less reliance on stopping and scraping. The blade edge angle is closer to a knife than a fan. 3. Very tight tolerances between blade, bowl, and spindle. Cheap choppers have wobble—microns matter here. The KitchenAid has minimal lateral play, so the blade maintains a consistent cutting radius. That produces uniform particle size and reduces the mashed paste you get when food slips under a flexing blade. This is manufacturing precision, not marketing. 4. Pulse control with true momentary engagement. The pulse button engages instantly and stops instantly. There is almost no coast-down. That lets you meter energy in very small packets. You’re not “processing”; you’re applying controlled impacts. This is why herbs stay green, nuts stay granular, and aromatics don’t turn to baby food unless you insist. 5. Mass and damping reduce vibration losses. It feels heavier than it needs to be because mass damps vibration. Less vibration means more energy goes into cutting instead of shaking. This also reduces user fatigue and noise—both signs of mechanical efficiency, not luxury. 6. Small bowl = shorter diffusion paths. Food doesn’t have far to travel before encountering the blade again. In large processors, food can orbit uselessly. Here, every pulse rearranges the contents, whether you intend it or not. That makes results consistent even when under-filled—something most processors fail at. 7. Why it feels “expensive” but performs above its class. You paid for: • tighter manufacturing tolerances • a motor chosen for torque, not wattage • blade geometry optimized for shear • damping mass None of those are visible on a spec sheet. They are also exactly what manufacturers cut first to hit a lower price. 8. Why your larger processors lose to it at small tasks. Large processors are optimized for throughput, not control. They excel when full and fail when empty. This chopper is optimized for precision energy delivery at small volumes. Think scalpel vs. chainsaw. 9. A useful analogy. This machine behaves more like a bench-top lab homogenizer than a consumer food processor. Controlled pulses, tight tolerances, predictable results. That’s why it feels oddly competent. 10. Was $69 rational? Yes—because performance is not linear with size or wattage. You paid for mechanical efficiency and control. In small food prep, those dominate everything else. I’d buy it again without hesitation. ## Features - 3.5 cup work bowl features a locking blade, handle and pour spout for easy serving.. Cord length : 36 Inches ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01LZUAFSL | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,624 in Kitchen & Dining ( See Top 100 in Kitchen & Dining ) #8 in Food Processors | | Blade Material | Stainless Steel | | Bowl Capacity | 3.5 cups | | Brand | KitchenAid | | Brand Name | KitchenAid | | Color | Onyx Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 30,912 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00883049407135 | | Included Components | Chopping Blade, Lid | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 5.95"D x 7"W x 8.74"H | | Item Type Name | Cordless Food Chopper | | Item Weight | 2.7 pounds | | Manufacturer | KitchenAid | | Material | Plastic | | Model Name | KitchenAid Food Chopper | | Model Number | KFC3516OB | | Number of Items | 3 | | Number of Speeds | 2 | | Part Number | KFC3516OB | | Power Source | ac | | Product Care Instructions | Dishwasher Safe, Hand Wash | | Product Dimensions | 5.95"D x 7"W x 8.74"H | | Recommended Uses For Product | Blend, Chop, Liquefy | | Special Feature | Cord Storage | | Special Features | Cord Storage | | UPC | 070338089008 883049407135 | | Voltage | 120 volts | | Warranty Description | 9 Year Limited | | Wattage | 240 watts | ## Product Details - **Brand:** KitchenAid - **Color:** Onyx Black - **Product Dimensions:** 5.95"D x 7"W x 8.74"H - **Special Feature:** Cord Storage - **Wattage:** 240 watts ## Images ![KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper, KFC3516OB, Onyx Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51Ib-Sr11ZL.jpg) ![KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper, KFC3516OB, Onyx Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61uiE49hVYL.jpg) ![KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper, KFC3516OB, Onyx Black - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61CbgcBss+L.jpg) ![KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper, KFC3516OB, Onyx Black - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61r9GyABHGL.jpg) ![KitchenAid 3.5 Cup Food Chopper, KFC3516OB, Onyx Black - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/7184ipstcNL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Color, Size** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: How many watt does it have?** A: Is there a way to change voltage???? To 220V? **Q: Does this product grind up salt, pepper fennel (spices basically)?** A: I think that the Krups F203 Coffee/Spice blender might be more of what you are looking for. I have used one for YEARS to grind spices, seeds, and salt with great results. I clean it after each use by grinding up torn white bread into crumbles and dumping them, leaving the metal cup and plastic cap nice and fresh. **Q: Does it chop nuts?** A: Very well. I used to make peanut butter. **Q: I want to chop apples to small dice but not mush. Will this work?** A: I have used it to chop apples, nuts, dates, and figs, put on chop and pulse until desired consistency. Do not try to chop so many at once as it will mush some of them before you can get all of them chopped. I used it to chop apples for baking and it did great. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Works beautifully *by L***R on July 19, 2026* Love this. Works beautifully, easy to use. Everything except the base is dishwasher safe. Great size. Rarely need my full-sized processor now that we’re empty nesters. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazing. Finally a machine that chops even chunks as small as you want. Love it. *by E***R on January 3, 2026* I honestly didn’t expect to love this little chopper as much as I do. I hesitated at the price because $69 felt high for something so small, but after using it, I get it. It just works. Onions chop evenly instead of turning half to mush and half to chunks. Even 1 piece of ginger or garlic gets chopped in uniform chunks. Nuts come out chopped, not powdered, unless you want them that way. The pulse button gives really good control, and it stops immediately when you let go, which makes a big difference. There was no manual so a hint- the chopper works when the bowl clicks into place and then you press on the black part of the lid. It’s sturdy, not flimsy, and doesn’t bounce around on the counter. Cleanup is easy and I actually reach for it instead of my big food processor for most everyday tasks. I cut large carrots in thirds just see how it would handle larger chunks. Made perfect grated carrots for salad. I love this product. I asked ChatGPT while it worked so well. Here’s what it said regarding why it works so well. Motor torque matched to bowl size (this is the quiet secret). What you bought is not “more powerful” in the headline-watt sense; it is better matched. The KFC3516 uses a relatively high-torque, low-inertia motor driving a very small load. Large processors waste energy spinning mass—big bowls, long shafts, air, and plastic flex. Here almost all torque goes directly into the food. Torque matters more than RPM for chopping. This is why onions shear cleanly instead of smearing. 2. Blade geometry favors shear, not circulation. The S-blade is short, thick, and steeply pitched. That geometry creates localized shear zones rather than a vortex. Many processors try to pull food into a circulating flow; this one repeatedly forces food into the blade edge. That means fewer “ride-along” pieces stuck to the walls and less reliance on stopping and scraping. The blade edge angle is closer to a knife than a fan. 3. Very tight tolerances between blade, bowl, and spindle. Cheap choppers have wobble—microns matter here. The KitchenAid has minimal lateral play, so the blade maintains a consistent cutting radius. That produces uniform particle size and reduces the mashed paste you get when food slips under a flexing blade. This is manufacturing precision, not marketing. 4. Pulse control with true momentary engagement. The pulse button engages instantly and stops instantly. There is almost no coast-down. That lets you meter energy in very small packets. You’re not “processing”; you’re applying controlled impacts. This is why herbs stay green, nuts stay granular, and aromatics don’t turn to baby food unless you insist. 5. Mass and damping reduce vibration losses. It feels heavier than it needs to be because mass damps vibration. Less vibration means more energy goes into cutting instead of shaking. This also reduces user fatigue and noise—both signs of mechanical efficiency, not luxury. 6. Small bowl = shorter diffusion paths. Food doesn’t have far to travel before encountering the blade again. In large processors, food can orbit uselessly. Here, every pulse rearranges the contents, whether you intend it or not. That makes results consistent even when under-filled—something most processors fail at. 7. Why it feels “expensive” but performs above its class. You paid for: • tighter manufacturing tolerances • a motor chosen for torque, not wattage • blade geometry optimized for shear • damping mass None of those are visible on a spec sheet. They are also exactly what manufacturers cut first to hit a lower price. 8. Why your larger processors lose to it at small tasks. Large processors are optimized for throughput, not control. They excel when full and fail when empty. This chopper is optimized for precision energy delivery at small volumes. Think scalpel vs. chainsaw. 9. A useful analogy. This machine behaves more like a bench-top lab homogenizer than a consumer food processor. Controlled pulses, tight tolerances, predictable results. That’s why it feels oddly competent. 10. Was $69 rational? Yes—because performance is not linear with size or wattage. You paid for mechanical efficiency and control. In small food prep, those dominate everything else. I’d buy it again without hesitation. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Cuts your cooking time *by K***I on August 9, 2026* This is the most helpful product . I highly recommend it for every household, makes cooking so much easier! ## Frequently Bought Together - KitchenAid KFC3516OB 3.5 Cup Food Chopper, Onyx Black - KitchenAid 5 Speed Ultra Power Hand Mixer, Onyx Black - KitchenAid Variable Speed Corded Hand Blender KHBV53, Onyx Black --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.us/products/35066305-kitchenaid-3-5-cup-food-chopper-kfc3516ob-onyx-black](https://www.desertcart.us/products/35066305-kitchenaid-3-5-cup-food-chopper-kfc3516ob-onyx-black) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-09-02*