27 Most Useful Kitchen Gadgets You Probably Need ASAP

I recently changed apartments and realized that this was the first time in my life that I had a real, full size kitchen all to myself. It felt great, until I realized I needed to actually stock that kitchen with a bunch of kitchen products I didn’t have!

I managed to get my kitchen essentials under control, but I started wondering what I might need one day. 

I got to thinking: What are the most useful kitchen products everyone probably needs at some point but doesn’t have? Well, that’s what I’m going to be sharing with you guys today! Let’s chat about all the crazy useful kitchen tools, accessories and supplies you need if you’re looking to upgrade your kitchen product collection and make it work for you.

In case you don’t have an idea where to start, then you should check out these different kitchen gadgets below. If you’re having a hard time with a particular step when cooking, then these will help to make it easier. These gadgets can save a lot of time in preparing meals, following recipes, cooking, and even baking!

Handy Kitchen Products

If you’re a foodie or simply want to make cooking easier for you, then you should get at least one of these kitchen gadgets you never knew you needed. These handy tools will help you to prepare meals like a pro even without special skills. It may look simple but kitchen gadgets can make cooking and preparing food a breeze for you. These kitchen gadgets are perfect for people who like to cook, bake, and clean efficiently! 

Fruit & Vegetables

Let’s talk about some kitchen gadgets that will help you prepare fruits and vegetables!

Vegetable Chopper & Slicer

You can prepare your meals without too much effort with this Vegetable Slicer and Chopper. It’s the perfect kitchen gadget to slice fruits and vegetables. It will help you to prepare quick and low-carb veggie noodles. Slice zucchini, potatoes, radish, turnips, and a lot more. This will allow you to get the perfect slice.

Salad Spinner

A salad spinner is a handy kitchen tool used to dry lettuce and other leafy greens after washing them. It works by spinning the greens rapidly, which forces water out through the perforated basket. This helps remove excess moisture, leaving the greens crisp and ready to use in salads or other dishes.

Food Processor

Food processors are kitchen appliance used to chop, slice, shred, grind, and puree a variety of ingredients. It typically has a powerful motor that spins blades or discs to quickly and efficiently perform these tasks. Food processors can be used to make dips, doughs, batters, and more, saving time and effort in meal preparation.

Avocado Slicer

Avocado lovers must have an Avocado Slicer to make it simple to prepare. This handy tool can split, pit, slice, and scoop effortlessly. It has a plastic blade that cuts smoothly into the fruit but dulls to touch so it’s safe to use. You can prepare faster so you can save time.

Pasta

Pasta Maker Machine

Snap N Strain Pasta Strainer

Making pasta means that you have to boil it and drain the water after. The Snap N Strain Pasta Strainer is a must-have for pasta lovers. It’s flexible and it can fit into pots, bowls, and pans around. It comes with two clips that can snap and grip your pot to safely drain the water.

Cooking

Air Fryer

The Ninja Air Fryer Pro 4-in-1 has several amazing functions. It can air fry foods using little to no oil, providing a crispy and healthy alternative to traditional frying. It can be used to roast various foods. It can be used to reheat previously cooked foods. It has a dehydrate function that can be used to make dried snacks and jerky.

Blender

The Magic Bullet Blender is a small, 11-piece blender and food processor set that can perform food preparation tasks quickly and easily. It’s designed to be compact and easy to use, with dishwasher-safe attachments that make cleaning a breeze. With over 40 million units sold, it’s a popular and well-known product that’s perfect for making smoothies, milkshakes, soups, and more.

Electric Kettle

The Chefman Electric Kettle is designed for swift and efficient boiling of water, perfect for hot beverages, soup, ramen, oatmeal, and more. It features a large capacity, blue LED boil indicator lights, automatic shutoff, and boil-dry protection for enhanced safety. The lift-out lid, cord-free design, and 360-degree swivel base make it user-friendly, while the stainless-steel filter ensures pure and clean boiling.

Digital Food Kitchen Scale

This handy kitchen scale will look sleek on your kitchen counter. It’s a minimal-chic scale that you can store easily after use. This will help you to count macros or prepare a perfect recipe. It has a simple design that helps you to weigh the ingredients needed to make an excellent meal.

Automatic Pot Stirrer

Making a meal can consume so much time because you need to stir some dishes constantly. There’s no need to worry about burning your food anymore. You can leave your dish cooking unattended if you have an automatic Pot Stirrer. It’s adjustable so you can use it with your pots and pans.

Meat Thermometer

Having a reliable Meat Thermometer will save you from serving uncooked or overcooked meats. It will also prevent you from catching diseases coming from raw meat. This is an important kitchen gadget for everyone who cooks. It will avoid you from having to guess if your meat is already done. This one gives you an accurate reading after jusst 2-3 seconds! It is waterproof and offers a large screen for easy visibility.

Pulled Pork Shredder Claws

Shred pork and other meats by using these Bear Paws Pulled Pork Shredder Claws. You don’t have to exert too much effort shredding meat using a knife and fork. It can save you a lot of time by using sharp bear claws. Plus its metal proof and dishwasher safe for easy cleaning.

Baking

KitchenAid Stand Mixer

The KitchenAid Stand Mixer is very useful because you can use it to mix ingredients efficiently. The best part is that it can do more than mixing. You can use it to whip, shred, grind, mash, and knead as well. It comes with different attachments that you can use to make different dishes.

This mixer is available in a few different sizes according to your needs:

• Artisan Mini Stand Mixer, 3-Quart
• Classic Stand Mixer, 4.5-Quart
• Artisan Tilt-Head Stand Mixer, 5 Quart
• Professional Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer, 6 Quart
• Professional Mixer, 7 Quart

Baker’s Dusting Wand

Bakers need to be always precise with the ingredients and finishing touches. The Baker’s Dusting Wand is an important tool if you’re into baking. It’s a small but awesome device that you can use for your baked goods. Just put sugar inside and rotate it close to the pastry you’re preparing to evenly distribute the sugar!

Breakfast

Breakfast Sandwich Maker

This kitchen gadget is beloved by tens of thousands of people for making their morning sandwiches. You can easily make ham, egg and cheese sandwiches without too much mess using the Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker. It’s great for making breakfast or food on the go. Build your perfect sandwich at any time without a fuss. It’s also easy to clean since all the removable parts are dishwasher safe.

Pancake Batter Dispenser

Pour pancake batter without making a mess on the stove. It can whip up and smoothen pancake batter efficiently. Just add the pancake ingredients and then mix. You don’t need to use a bowl, spoon, or fork for separate mixing anymore. It allows you to mix everything and pour straight into the pan.

Family Size Electric Breakfast Station

Breakfast can be one of the most stressful meals of the day. But you don’t have to worry about it anymore because you can make breakfast a breeze. The Nostalgia Retro 3-in-1 Family-Size Electric Breakfast Station will do the trick for you. You can now easily prepare breakfast without getting stressed out.

Rapid Egg Cooker

Cooking eggs can be a hassle if you’re in a hurry. The DASH Rapid Egg Cooker has the capacity of cooking six eggs at a time. You can just put the eggs and set a timer to automatically cook them. It’s perfect for those who are on a special diet, picky eaters, or for making egg dishes.

18. Never Soggy Cereal Bowl

A lot of people hate eating soggy cereals. But you don’t have to feel frustrated anymore. You can now have the handy never soggy cereal bowl to solve this concern. It has a built-in grip so you can easily hold it without making a mess. This bowl is perfect for kids and adults who enjoy crispy cereals.

Coffee Gadgets

19. Pour Over Coffee Brewer

A Pour Over Coffee Brewer is a popular choice for the coffee enthusiast. It allows you to control the speed while pouring the hot water into the coffee grounds. The water can bring out the flavor of coffee by using this kitchen gadget.

20. Espresso Machine

If you find yourself spending hundreds of dollars a month on specialty coffee at artisinal coffee shops, consider investing in a high-quality espresso maker for your kitchen. A good Espresso maker can brew coffee using pressurized water. It can produce a thick and concentrated coffee which is called espresso. It’s the perfect kitchen gadget to have for coffee lovers and espresso aficionados.

Milk Frother

A Milk Frother is a kitchen gadget that can make milk froth easily. It will aerate the milk to create a thick foam that is normally added to coffee. It creates bubbles from the milk which makes it increase its volume.

Wine

Cordless Electric Wine Bottle Opener

The Cordless Electric Wine Bottle Opener is designed to fit traditional bottles of wine. It’s portable and cordless to ensure that you can conveniently open wine bottles effortlessly. This is a must-have for the wine enthusiast.

Reusable Wine Stoppers

When you open a bottle of wine, it doesn’t mean that you can always finish it. Having one or two reusable wine stoppers can help you reseal your wine after you remove the cork. It will help to keep it fresh for the next time you drink the wine!

Vinglacé Wine Bottle Insulator

During warm nights, it’s easy for the wine to quickly become the same temperature. But you can chill a bottle of wine and use the Vinglacé Wine Bottle Insulator to keep it cool for hours.

Tech

Tablet Stand Holder

Holding your iPad can be a nuisance especially if you’re watching cooking videos to help you prepare a meal! The best solution is to get a tablet stand holder so your hands will be free to mix ingredients. This one is compatible with the iPad so you can watch the instructions as you follow any recipe whether it’s a video or written online! 

Electric Can Opener

Every household needs to have an Electric Can Opener. It can easily open canned goods without making a mess. This kitchen gadget can help save time and effort.

Cleaning

Angry Mama Microwave Cleaner

A dirty microwave should no longer be a problem. By using the Angry Mama Microwave Cleaner, it will be a breeze. Just add vinegar and water with it and microwave for 7 minutes to easily clean the stains and dirt.

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I hope you found this list of kitchen gadgets insightful and you learned about a few different products that you can use to cook in your kitchen more efficiently. Let us know your favorite gadget in the comments below!