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It’s no secret that we love being in the kitchen and we know that with the right tools you will too! We’ve rounded up the BEST kitchen gadgets and gizmos to make cooking and baking even easier.
Picking The Right Tools
There is an endless array of options to make your life easier in the kitchen, which can make it a little overwhelming to know which ones are a necessity and which ones are a waste of money.
When looking for the perfect additions to your kitchen arsenal, consider:
- functionality
- size
- durability
- price
Functionality. Many gadgets look cool, but will you actually use them? If you never eat avocados, do you really need a tool that pits them? Think about what you cook most and hunt for things that will make your life easier (use the suggestions below to start your wish list).
Size. If you have a small kitchen then you probably don’t want a large mixer taking up valuable counter space, maybe opt for our cordless version instead! Keep your space limitation in mind when stocking your kitchen.
Durability. Check the ratings and review when making your selections! You definitely want the best bang for your buck, so be sure to purchase items that will last.
Price. Don’t break the bank! Be sure to stick to your budget and use the above tips to curate your list and start with what you will use the most. You don’t have to fill your kitchen at the get-go, take it slow, and over time you’ll have the best tools and your bank account will thank you.
We have rounded up several of our favorite must-have kitchen tools to make cooking and baking easier and even more enjoyable! We’ve also included links so they are easy to snag and add to your collection.
Must Have Kitchen Gadgets
There are a few kitchen tools that we can’t live without and we know that soon your kitchen cabinets and drawers will be home to these products too!
Universal Citrus Juicer – Forget making Homemade Lemonade with a handheld juicer when you could use this electric juicer that easily juices lemons, oranges, grapefruits and it has a removable strainer basket making cleanup a breeze!
Zester & Grater – We love making fresh Lemon Zucchini Muffins and Lemon Zucchini Bread and this handheld zester and grater makes it easy to quickly and safely grate the zucchini with its anti-slip handle.
Spiralizer Vegetable Slicer – Chopping up a pile of vegetables is not the most fun kitchen task but this vegetable chopper is a GAME CHANGER! Simply throw half an onion or tomato on the blade insert, pull down the handle and you’ll have perfectly chopped veggies for homemade Pico De Gallo or Oven Roasted Vegetables!
Dual Julienne Peeler & Vegetable Peeler – This peeler is a staple in our kitchen especially when it comes to peeling potatoes for Scalloped Potatoes. Added bonus, it’s inexpensive and it can handle peeling just about anything!
Stainless Steel Flat Whisk – Since when are whisks flat?? That’s what we thought until we realized that the flat shape is the perfect deglazing tool when making decadent sauces and soups!
3-in-1 Egg Separator – Not only is this tool the cutest, but it also separates the egg yokes from the whites like a dream! It attaches to the side of any bowl making sure nothing drips down the sides. We use this every time we whip up some Meringue Cookies or Chocolate Macarons.
Dishwasher Safe Food Cooking Shears – Every kitchen needs a good pair of kitchen shears and this set fits the bill with two pairs. They can easily cut through poultry and veggies and they’re dishwasher safe making sanitizing super easy.
Rotary Cheese Grater and Shredder – Toss out that old-fashioned cheese grater and replace it with this rotary option that will shred large amounts of cheese in virtually no time! Freshly shredded cheese melts so much better versus pre-shredded when making our favorite Red Cheese Enchiladas or Creamy Chicken Enchiladas.
Mix N’Masher Potato Masher – We LOVE Mashed Potatoes in our house and this masher is perfect since its shape allows you to mash and mix at the same time.
Stainless Steel Scissor Cooking Tongs – If you’re frying up Mexican favorites like Flautas or Chicken Tacos you’re going to want these extra-long tongs to help you flip without worrying about your hands and arms getting burned by the popping oil.
Nut Chopper – This is by far one of my favorite kitchen tools because it chops up M&M’s perfectly for our M&M Cookies. Literally nothing beats this tool when it comes to chopping up candy or nuts for your favorite desserts!
Stainless Steel Thermometer – In order to make the best Homemade Caramels you need a reliable candy thermometer and this option is great since it has an insulated handle and pan clip and it’s incredibly easy to read.
Magnetic Measuring Spoons Set – Long gone are the days of losing your measuring spoons because these spoons are magnetic! We reach for these daily and love to gift this set to all the cooks and bakers in our life.
Adjustable Rolling Pin – This rolling pan takes all the guesswork out when rolling out your dough for Homemade Dinner Rolls or Cinnamon Rolls since the removable rings allow you to reach the EXACT thickness you need.
Smart Kitchen Gadgets
Technology + kitchen gadgets are the perfect marriage and this list of countertop and electronic appliances will not disappoint.
Ninja Food Chopper – Effortlessly mince, chop, grind, and blend a variety of ingredients for easy meal preparation or final touches.
Electric Garlic Chopper – If you don’t have a ton of space but want the same chopping power as the full-size options, this mini chopper is for you! Within 20 seconds this small but mighty tool will give you perfectly chopped, diced, or minced vegetables.
KitchenAid Cordless 7 Speed Hand Mixer – Hand mixers are a baker’s best friend and this cordless option has a long-lasting rechargeable lithium battery that lets you know when it’s about to run out of juice. But don’t worry, this mixer should allow you to crank out almost 15 dozen cookies before it needs to charge.
KitchenAid Stand Mixer – When you need to make large batches of Snickerdoodle Cookies or Frosted Sugar Cookies the only option is the tried and true KitchenAid stand mixer. Not only are they aesthetically pleasing with over 20 color options, but they can also handle any large mixing or whipping job with ease.
Kitchen Mama Auto Electric Can Opener – This is our new favorite kitchen tool! The Kitchen Mama is a hands-free electric can opener that cuts along the side of the lid without touching the food inside leaving no sharp cuts.
Food Kitchen Scale – Most of our recipes utilize cup measurements, but if you prefer to work off of density and weight, this food scale is a great option. It’s waterproof, rechargeable, and you can easily switch between the different measurement units.
Belgian Waffle Maker – Who doesn’t love waffles?! We make Buttermilk Waffles and Belgian Waffles almost weekly and this Belgian waffle maker turns out the perfect waffle every single time.
Presto Electric Skillet – My cousin showed up to a family potluck with this portable electric skillet with her Breakfast Potatoes still hot and crispy inside and I knew I had to have it! The easy-to-carry handles and lid make it so easy to pull out when you are out of stove space or your dish needs to travel.
Crock-Pot – Dump it and forget it dinners are only possible with the Crock-Pot. We love this option when making our Crock Pot Cheesy Potatoes because we can set the specific cook time and the latching lid provides a super tight seal.
Instant Pot – The Instant Pot is one of the newer additions to our kitchen but we are loving the benefit of crazy fast cook times and the versatility. Soups and stews like our Instant Pot Beef Stew come out so flavorful and delicious with this countertop appliance.
Digital Meat Thermometer – This digital thermometer comes pre-calibrated and takes food and liquid temperatures in about 3 seconds. When making any chicken dish like Baked Chicken being able to quickly and accurately check the internal temperature is a breeze with this thermometer!
2 Pack Digital Kitchen Timer – We always keep extra digital timers like these on hand for busy baking days when the microwave and oven timers are already in use. Nothing fancy about these timers, but they get the job done with their simple instructions and magnetic backing so you can stick them wherever you need them.
Hamilton Beach Food Processor – Making Homemade Salsa or Guacamole can be done in seconds with this food processor. There is a special attachment that scrapes the sides of the bowl to make sure all the ingredients are getting incorporated.
DASH Rapid Egg Cooker – Making the perfect hard-boiled egg can seem like a never-ending journey, but not with this DASH egg cooker! Cook up to 6 eggs that peel perfectly for Homemade Potato Salad or just to eat on their own.
Fun Kitchen Gadgets
Who said kitchen utensils can’t be functional AND funny at the same time?! These super silly but ultimately very useful kitchen gadgets will put a smile on your face while helping get dinner on the table.
Splatypus Jar Spatula – Getting that last little bit of peanut butter out of the jar is no longer an issue with this incredibly adorable Platypus shaped spatula. It’s the perfect length and shape to capture every last morsel out of any jar or can.
Gracula Garlic Crusher – This ironically hilarious garlic crusher will put a smile on anyone’s face while producing the best crushed or minced garlic for Cheesy Garlic Bread or Lemon Garlic Chicken.
Red the Crab Silicone Utensil Rest – This “crabby” non-slip silicone utensil rest and spoon holder is heat-resistant and built to hold spoons, tongs, ladles, and other kitchen utensils.
Spaghetti Monster Kitchen Strainer – The little ones in your kitchen will love using this monster-themed strainer for Spaghetti or our favorite Pasta Bake.
Non-Stick Pizza Scissors – Who doesn’t want to literally slice through their favorite Chicken Alfredo Pizza or Margherita Pizza with these pizza scissors?? They easily glide through the pizza and then turn into the perfect spatula to serve up each slice of pie.
Vegetable Scissors – If you want a quicker way to slice cucumbers or carrots these vegetable scissors double as a cutting board and a knife. These scissors would be perfect to cut up the cucumbers for our Cucumber Tomato Salad!
Metal Meat Shredder Claws – The men in your life will be thrilled to shred through some Pulled Pork or chicken with these meat shredder claws. Easy to clean and way more efficient than forks!
Cob Corn Stripper – Some people don’t love eating Grilled Corn on the Cob straight from the cob (crazy right?) so this cob stripper is great at getting off every piece of corn. We also enjoy using the fresh corn for our Mexican Street Corn.
Stainless Steel Fruit Pineapple Peeler – Fresh pineapple has never been easier to enjoy with this pineapple peeler! Simply cut off the top of the pineapple and insert this tool for the best pineapple rings or chunks.
QuickCore Pepper Corer – Stuffed Bell Peppers are a family favorite and this pepper corer makes it so easy to take out the pepper core and seeds!
A Tool For Every Occasion
Now that you have the ultimate list of kitchen gadgets it’s time to start building your collection and get cooking!
For even more great products, check out our Amazon Best Kitchen Gadgets idea list. It’s the complete list of all the tools that we have and love.
If you hit the “add to cart” button and try any of these products let us know what you think in the comments below 🙂
