How to Turn a Soft Serve Machine Into a Profit Machine
How to Turn a Soft Serve Machine Into a Profit Machine.
Everyone loves soft serve — but are you making the most of your margins?
This isn’t just a crowd-pleaser; it’s one of the most profitable products you can serve. The Blue Ice Spaceman T15, available now for £4,204 ex VAT, delivers commercial-grade performance in a compact footprint — and can easily pay for itself in a single season.
What Does It Cost to Run?
Let’s break it down:
- Cost to serve (cone + mix + napkin): ~£0.28 per portion
- Typical selling price: £2.00 per cone
- Net profit per cone: £1.72
Sell 100 cones a day? That’s:
- £172/day profit
- Payback in just 25 days of trading
- £15,000+ profit potential over a summer season
Of course, real-world results will depend on your location, pricing, and daily footfall — but even with modest sales, the margins on soft serve are hard to ignore.
What’s Included in the £0.28 Serve Cost?
- Cone: £0.06–£0.08
- Soft serve mix: £0.14–£0.16
- Napkin: £0.01–£0.02
- Misc (waste, cleaning, power): £0.03–£0.05
Total: ~£0.28 per portion
Why the T15?
This model is built for serious return on investment:
- Twin twist output: two flavours plus a mix
- Air pump: creates lighter texture with more overrun (more volume, less mix used = better margins)
- Touch panel controls: easy to operate, even for junior staff
- Built-in standby & cleaning modes: less downtime, easier hygiene compliance
- Countertop footprint: no floor space needed
If you’re in a café, dessert shop, food truck, or bar with footfall — the T15 is a no-brainer.
Make it Work Harder
The beauty of soft serve is its versatility:
- Add a flake or sauce: +£0.50
- Serve in branded tubs for takeaway
- Create combo deals — dessert + drink = bundle uplift
- Go premium: loaded sundaes with toppings for £3.50+
It’s not just a dessert — it’s a business tool.
The Bottom Line
The Blue Ice Spaceman T15 gives you the power to serve high-margin product with minimal overhead. At £4,204 ex VAT, it’s an investment that can pay for itself in a month and generate profit long after.
Need help deciding if it’s right for you? Call us on 01379 641223 — we’ll talk you through the options.
How Quickly Can the T15 Pay for Itself?
With high margins and minimal running costs, the Blue Ice Spaceman T15 can generate a return in just weeks — even at modest volumes.
| Selling Price per Cone | Servings per Day | Daily Profit | Days to Cover £4,204 | 90-Day Seasonal Profit |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| £2.00 | 30 | £51.60 | 82 days | £4,644 |
| £2.00 | 50 | £86.00 | 49 days | £7,740 |
| £2.00 | 100 | £172.00 | 25 days | £15,480 |
| £2.50 | 100 | £222.00 | 19 days | £19,980 |
| £3.00 | 100 | £272.00 | 16 days | £24,480 |
Based on a cost-per-serve of £0.28 (cone, mix, napkin). Real-world results may vary depending on footfall and pricing strategy.
Stock is limited, so if you’ve been thinking about adding soft serve to your menu, don’t wait.
With this reduced price, your profit potential just got even better. Call us today or click here to learn more.
