As someone whose job it is to hunt for sales on kitchen gadgets, I'm an expert at identifying great bargains — and trust me, there are a ton of duds out there — but why am I an expert on kitchen gadgets?
Well, I've used these tools as a professional baker, so I know a thing or two about quality. If you're in need of new tools and trust me (I hope so!), these are, in my opinion, the best kitchen gadgets out there right now. From the $149 Ninja Creami to the $26 Henckels knife duo for making homemade frozen treats, here's what I've got my eye on.
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No more boring moments in the kitchen with this best-selling knife sharpener. With 3 slots for sharpening, repairing, straightening and polishing, you can make old blades like new with just a few swipes. Plus, it comes with handy cut-resistant gloves to protect you from painful cuts.
“This is an amazing tool,” raved one happy home cook. “I knew my expensive 5 year old knives would be dull, but they feel like new. I didn't realize how dull my knives were until I tried to cut an onion right after sharpening them with this tool. Amazing.”
$10 on Amazon
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It's the season for delicious frozen treats, and this hugely popular device will satisfy your sweet tooth between trips to the ice cream truck. It can make everything from ice cream and sorbet to milkshakes. Just add your ingredients, freeze overnight, press a button, and voila! Plus, you can make it your own with your favorite mix-ins. And it's the cheapest price I've seen.
“I don't eat dairy, so it was very hard to find tasty dairy-free ice cream,” explained the (now) satisfied ice cream scooper. “Now I can make my favorite flavors at home, dairy-free! Super easy to use and clean. My only complaint is that it makes a loud airplane-like noise.”
Check out our full Ninja Creami review for more details.
$149 at Walmart
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What is Le Creuset? I cook at home with Lodge Dutch ovens, which are just the right size for a small family. The smooth enameled interior is easy to clean, and the sturdy cast iron distributes and retains heat well. Plus, they're so pretty I don't mind putting them on the stove for everyone to see.
“Don't tell my KitchenAid mixer, I prefer this one,” one reviewer joked. “I'm Greek and I cook a lot. I use it for everything from pasta dishes like manestras to deep-fried keftedes (meatballs). I also use it for baking! It's the perfect item for crock pot cooking. It's cast iron so it gets pretty hot, but the enamel makes it easy to deglaze and clean. I mostly use silicone and wooden utensils and have never had a chip when using metal ones. … Lodge is a great brand for those of us who can't afford Le Creuset.”
Check out our full Lodge Dutch Oven review for more information.
$70 on Amazon
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This best-selling refrigerator carousel rack is designed to maximize space (and minimize food waste) – rectangular to make the most of your fridge shelves, and it rotates 360 degrees so you can easily see and remember everything inside before it spoils.
“Gone are the days when old sauces, jars and containers get shoved to the back of the fridge and become hazy forgotten science experiments,” said one impressed shopper. “This amazing turntable makes it really easy to grab and find everything on the tray. Having everything accessible on the turntable has cut down on so much waste. I love it!”
$20 on Amazon
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Sure, this best-seller could technically be called a meat thermometer, but don't underestimate its value when it comes to liquids and baked goods. The most accurate way to determine if food is cooked is to measure the temperature, and this device will tell you the temperature in seconds.
“Remember sticking a fork or toothpick into a pan to check if your brownies were done? Think of this as a more advanced fork!” writes a home cook. “I've found the measurements to be incredibly accurate when baking quiches and cakes, or cooking steaks and chicken. It's a great tool to have in your kitchen for food safety, and knowing that food safety temperatures are met means you'll have tastier food because there's less chance of overcooking. The recommended temperatures are also printed on the back for quick reference.”
$10 on Amazon
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Not only does this Keurig make hot coffee with ease, it also has an ice feature that's super handy this time of year. You can brew up to eight cups without having to refill the 75oz water tank, and the removable drip tray can fit a 7.2″ travel mug. Truly elite!
“Easy to set up right out of the box and super simple to use,” commented one five-star fan. “I really love the larger water tank capacity. I feel like I had to refill our old Keurig more often before. My wife loves the iced coffee feature and I agree – it makes smooth coffee without melting the ice. The snap-in filter is easy to use and replace.”
$130 on Amazon
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This best-selling item is heat-resistant up to 500°F thanks to its silicone coating. Not only that, but its ribbed design gives you better grip than cloth mittens, plus it's water-resistant and protects your hands from hot splashes. It's available in over 20 colors at a variety of prices.
“These oven mitts have been a game changer in my kitchen,” one shopper declared. “The ribbed silicone design gives you a firm grip on hot pots and pans so you can handle them with confidence. The soft interior lining is comfortable and provides great heat protection. I love that they're flexible and give my hand more control, rather than feeling stiff and bulky like other oven mitts. Plus, this set comes with two mitts, so you always have a spare mitt while one is in the wash.”
$16 on Amazon
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It's time to throw out all those disjointed food storage containers and replace them with this heavily discounted set. Includes 12 round and rectangular containers that are clear so you can easily see what's inside. Made from borosilicate glass, the containers are dishwasher, oven, and microwave safe (lids not). Tight silicone seals prevent leaks.
“I absolutely love how versatile this container is,” one enthralled buyer told us. “The glass is strong, and the lid is easy to clean and stain-free. Neither the container nor the lid can be deformed even when washed in the top rack of my dishwasher. I even filled the container with soup and turned it upside down on the counter to see if it would leak, and not a single drop escaped the seal.”
Check out our roundup of the best food storage containers for more information.
$36 on Amazon
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Multi-purpose appliances are a godsend for small kitchens, and this dual-purpose machine is no exception. It's roomy enough to hold six slices of bread, a 4-pound chicken, or a 12-inch pizza, and can also be used to bake cakes and brownies. The sleek, stainless steel design is a real bonus.
“It's a quick and easy way to make dinner or lunch instead of heating up the oven,” one reviewer wrote. “It makes great fried chicken and crunchy veggies. It's also a great way to heat up pizza instead of the microwave because it doesn't get mushy (same for fries!).”
Check out our roundup of the best air fryers for more information.
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$120 at Target
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Every home cook needs a good knife or two, and this affordable set makes slicing and dicing a breeze. Made by Henckels, a brand with over 100 years of knife-making experience, this two-piece set includes a 5.5-inch and a 7-inch Santoku knife. The short blades and fine cutting edges are great for precision chopping and slicing, and the lightweight construction makes them easy to move.
“I bought this to replace my old knife,” said one satisfied customer. “It works great and is sharp right out of the box. I love the two sizes, they both fit my hand well, and it's easy to grip and control while cutting.”
$26 on Amazon
The above review reflects the most current version at the time of publication.