OK, here’s the solution.
Get a very large screwdriver if you have one, if not use something very sturdy; broom handle works, toilet plunger handle or such.
Move the blades COUNTER-CLOCKWISE just a bit. Doesn’t take much. The spoon should be loose enough to come out.
DISCONNECT everything first. Gotta protect those fingers.
OK....will try that first then.....it did have a little bit of play in it when I tried it this morning....i’ll remember to unplug it this time though....