50 Cool Kitchen Gadgets Every Home Chef Should Own
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When it comes to cooking at home, having the right kitchen gadgets on hand can make all the difference. While there are those who possess a natural talent for the culinary arts, effortlessly whipping up delicious family dinners at a moment's notice, most of us appreciate some additional assistance.
While you may think that you need a massive kitchen outfitted with endless counter space and enough drawers and cabinets to hold dozens of newfangled appliances, we're here to let you in on a little secret: Mastering the art of cooking often boils down to having a few useful kitchen accessories at the ready.
With that in mind, we've curated a selection of the coolest kitchen gadgets that real-life home chefs swear by for streamlining meal prep and tackling common cooking challenges. Here, you'll find dozens of compact and easy-to-use products that will make whipping up weeknight dinners, holiday feasts and special occasion treats easier than ever. From herb-cutting scissors to a cutting board that doubles as a surface for thawing meat, these practical gadgets and essential kitchen items will simplify your life and boost your confidence in the kitchen!
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Stainless Steel Butter Spreader
If your butter's as hard as a rock, never fear! This smart spreader features tiny holes and grooves to ensure you get a smooth spread, every time.
Select-a-Spice Auto-Measure Carousel
Say goodbye to hunting through kitchen drawers for teaspoons and tablespoons once and for all. With just a simple press of a button, this innovative gadget will automatically dispense the perfect amount of spices for you, eliminating any measurement mishaps.
4-in-1 Chopping Board
Regardless of the size of your kitchen, storage always seems to be in short supply. That's why it's crucial to have items that serve multiple purposes. This versatile tool allows you to defrost your meat rapidly on one side, which comes in handy when you've forgotten to take something out of the freezer and still need to prepare dinner. And when you're done defrosting, simply flip it over, and it transforms into a convenient cutting board. It even functions as a garlic grater and a knife sharpener!
Watermelon Slicer
Watermelon is an essential summer treat, but it can be unwieldy to slice up. Enter this genius tool that slides into the fruit and quickly slices it into small cubes. It also comes with a scoop, in case you need melon balls, too!
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Cute Egg Separator
Bamboo Cutting Board With Containers
If you find it challenging to stand at a counter for an extended period of time, this kitchen gadget is a true lifesaver. It functions as a portable countertop that you can conveniently move over to your kitchen table, allowing you to sit and cut your ingredients simultaneously. What's more, the cutting board features an opening through which whatever you're chopping can effortlessly slide into separate containers, streamlining the process of ingredient separation.
Dual Breakfast Sandwich Maker
Plastic Wrap Dispenser With Cutter and Ziplock Bag Organizer
Vegetable Chopper and Spiralizer
Simply insert the plate with your preferred chop size, whether it's for slices, spirals, or ribbons. Then, place your veggies into the gadget and press it down. In no time, you'll have a container filled with impeccably uniform ingredients, ready to be used in your culinary creations.
Measuring Cups and Magnetic Measuring Spoons Set
These magnetic measuring spoons stick together so the one you always need won't go missing in your kitchen drawer. And these stainless measuring cups are a sturdier option than the plastic alternatives.
Mini Crumb Vacuum Cleaner
Chef'n Cob Corn Stripper
With this clever corn stripper outfitted with stainless steel blades, you can take the kernels off the cob faster than ever.
Joseph Joseph Adjustable Rolling Pin with Removable Rings, 13.6", Multi-Color
Rub-a-Way Bar Stainless Steel Odor Absorber
Say goodbye to stubborn food odors, like smoked salmon and garlic, that tend to linger on your hands long after cooking or eating. Just treat this soap-like bar all over your hands, with or without water. The stainless steel molecules will work their magic, effortlessly transferring the smells from your skin to the metal. Plus, it's dishwasher-safe, meaning there's no need for frequent replacements.
Pasta Maker
Don't let the idea of making pasta from scratch intimidate you. The end result can far surpass what you'll find in a box! The best part of owning a pasta maker? You have the freedom to infuse your personal touch by using any type of flour to create any pasta shape you want.
Artisan Series 5 Quart Tilt Head Stand Mixer
While KitchenAid mixers may come with a higher price tag, they're an investment that can truly elevate your cooking or baking endeavors, allowing you to effortlessly bake delectable sourdough loaves and whip up flawless cupcake batters. With the option to attach accessories, you can easily spiralize vegetables, prepare homemade sausage, create fresh pasta, shred cheese, and embark on countless other culinary adventures.
Oil Sprayer for Cooking
If you're unable to find your favorite cooking oil in spray form, don't worry. This handy spray bottle is here to save the day! It's refillable and reusable, allowing you to easily spray your preferred oil onto pans, dishes, and other cooking surfaces, giving you precise control over your oil usage.
Good Grips Small Citrus Juicer
This juicer can effortlessly handle a variety of citrus fruits, including lemons, limes, oranges, and more. Plus, as you juice, a measuring cup conveniently catches the liquid. Genius!
Angry Mama Microwave Cleaner
This cute gadget may be tiny but it also packs a powerful punch when it comes to cleaning. To use, simply add a mixture of vinegar and water (and if desired, a squeeze of lemon juice for a fresh scent), place it in your microwave, turn it on, and let this handy gadget do its magic. Once done, simply wipe the inside of the microwave with a paper towel, and voila! All clean.
StoraLid Food Container Lid Organizer
Opening your cabinets and struggling to find the perfect-sized lid to match a container can be frustrating. That's why this adjustable lid organizer is a game-changer. It allows you to keep your reusable lids neatly organized and easily accessible, eliminating the hassle of rummaging through messy piles of plasticware.
Mini Bag Sealer
It may look like a hair straightener, but it's actually a handy kitchen gadget! Once heated up, this tool can seal open snack bags and wrappers to prevent food from going stale. Choose from five colors.
Herb Scissors Set
Experience quick and efficient herb cutting like never before with these specialized scissors designed specifically for repetitive cutting of even the tiniest ingredients. Whether you're working with green onions, rosemary, cilantro, or seaweed, these scissors deliver precise cuts every time, thanks to their equally sized stainless steel blade sections. When not in use, you can ensure safety and cleanliness with the included blade cover.
Battery-Operated Pepper Mill & Spice Grinder in One
Elevate your kitchen game with this battery-operated pepper mill and spice grinder that works at the touch of a button. The best part? You have full control over the coarseness, allowing you to achieve the perfect texture for your culinary creations. This set includes two pods (Himalayan salt and black pepper). However, you can purchase additional pods filled with various other spices, too.
Over The Sink Roll-Up Dish Drying Rack
Maximize the available counter space in a small kitchen with this practical roll-up dish drying rack. When not in use, simply fold it up and stow it away! This versatile rack is not only perfect for drying dishes but is also sturdy enough to hold a cutting board and various foods during meal prep, adding extra convenience to your cooking routine.
Countertop Ice Maker Machine
Unless your fridge has a built-in ice maker, we're willing to guess you're always running short on ice cubes. Enter this countertop machine, which will produce fresh ice cubes in minutes, making it ideal for parties and everyday use.
Powerful 800W 4-in-1 Hand Immersion Blender
While a traditional countertop blender is a staple in most kitchens, a handheld immersion blender offers a whole new level of flexibility and convenience. With its portable design, this handy tool allows you to effortlessly whisk soups, create smooth purees, and so much more. The best part is that you can enhance its capabilities by attaching additional accessories, such as a blending wand, to make single-serving smoothies with ease.
Deluxe Food VS-12 Vacuum Sealer
Optimize your meat marination process and extend the freshness of your ingredients with the help of a vacuum sealer. This set includes 20 bags, featuring a combination of 10 quart-sized and 10 gallon-sized bags, ensuring you have the right size for any type of food.
Good Grips 3-in-1 Avocado Slicer
Making a bowl of guacamole just got a lot easier thanks to this tool that cuts, pits, and slices your avocado evenly every time. You can also use it on mangoes, kiwis, and other soft and small fruits, too. The best part? It's plastic, so you don't have to worry about accidentally cutting yourself.
Cast Iron Enamel Casserole Dish
It's easy to see why Ayesha Curry's cast iron Dutch oven earned a spot among Oprah's Favorite Things. Yes, it's pretty, but it's also easy to clean and offers exceptional performance when it comes to making slow-cooked meals.
PRO Citrus Zester & Cheese Grater
Yes, you need a zester! This handy tool can make a big difference when it comes to adding flavor — in the form of lemon rind or parmesan cheese — to your dishes.
Duo Crisp Pressure Cooker
It's hard to escape the buzz around the Instant Pot, and it's no wonder why. This remarkable kitchen appliance has captured the hearts of many for its ability to effortlessly prepare delicious dinners with minimal effort.
Stainless Steel Herb Stripper
Make herb preparation a breeze with this handy stainless steel herb stripper. Featuring holes of various sizes, this tool simplifies the process by allowing you to effortlessly run each string of herbs through it, stripping the leaves with ease.
Kitchen Dish Soap Dispenser With Sponge Holder
Rest your kitchen sponge atop this soap pump, and when you need some extra suds, press down to add more with ease!
Sandwich Cutter and Sealer
If your kids love Uncrustables but you don't love how much they cost, this handy sandwich cutter and sealer makes it easy to craft your own.
2-in-1 Kitchen Spatula and Tongs
Instead of owning a spatula and tongs, this clever tool is both in one! It's made of stainless steel and silicone, and locks for easy storage. Non-stick and heat resistant, you can also wash it in the dishwasher after using.
Snap N Strain Pot Strainer
Ditch the colander for hefty pastas, veggies, and more. Attach this silicone strainer to your pot, pour out the water, and you'll never have to remove the noodles from the pot itself. Choose from five different colors — just make sure your pasta pot is not too big, or this won't snap on as well as you'd like.
Spiralizer Vegetable Slicer
If you're on a no-carb kick, this small appliance will transform your life by allowing you to make "noodles" out of zucchini, carrots, cabbage, and more. It comes equipped with ultra-sharp stainless steel blades for precise and effective cuts, a cleaning brush plus a container to catch your spirals.
Rapid Egg Cooker
Experience the ultimate convenience with this rapid egg cooker. With its generous six-egg capacity, you can effortlessly achieve soft, medium, or hard-boiled eggs to your desired doneness. Simply add your eggs, pour in a small amount of water, turn it on, and go about your tasks until it beeps, indicating that your eggs are perfectly cooked.
Rotato Express Electric Peeler
Don't let its name fool you: This electric peeler can also strip cucumbers, zucchini, eggplant, sweet potatoes, pears, apples, and more. All you have to do is attach the vegetable or fruit, and press a button. It'll stop automatically when complete.
Universal Pan Lid
When you buy pans, they don't always come with lids. But with all the splatter that comes with cooking on a stove top, you'll need a handy cover. That's why we love this universal pot lid that works with most pans, and comes in different sizes.
Red the Crab Silicone Utensil Rest
Not going to lie, we love this silicone rest because it's super cute. But it's a win-win, because it's also functional. Attach it to your pot or pan, and put your spatula, spoon, or ladle on it while you cook so you don't make a mess of your counters.
Kitchen Counter and Cabinet Pan Organizer Shelf Rack
If you find yourself rummaging through cabinets or drawers in search of the right pan, your kitchen needs this. Stack your pans in this rack, and make it easier for you to grab what you need and store what you don't.
Digital Meat Thermometer
Whether it's grilling season or not, a meat thermometer can make all the difference in serving the best-tasting (and safest) meats. Get those burgers and steaks to everyone's liking at your next cookout with this meat thermometer that will give you a temp reading in seconds.
Pizza Cutter Wheel
We love this unique pizza cutter because it's compact, easy to clean, and comes with a safety cover.
Silicone Easy Roll Tube Garlic Peeler
You might be wondering what this set of two silicone tubes that resemble manicotti shells are all about. Well, you put unpeeled garlic cloves inside, roll it back and forth, and it peels it for you! No mess, no smelly hands, no hassle.
Air Fryer Liners
Yes, air fryers are super popular — but cleaning them isn't exactly fun. Fortunately, these air fryer liners offer a solution to eliminate the hassle. Designed to be oil-proof, stick-proof, and heat resistant, these liners make cleaning up a breeze!
Hanging Kitchen Trash Can
Attach this trash can right where you do your prep work so you can easily dump food waste into it (rather than walking back and forth to your larger garbage can).
Stainless Steel Metal Griddle Scraper and Chopper
Whether you're making bread or cooking dinner, this stainless steel metal scraper and chopper is the best kitchen helper. Instead of using your hands to transfer ingredients from the cutting board to the pot, pan, or mixing bowl, this apparatus acts as your spatula. Consider using it for teppanyaki, grills, pizza, and more.
Smart All-in-1 Multi-Cooker
What's not to love about an appliance that save you both space and money? This remarkable all-in-1 multi-cooker excels in kneading, steaming, boiling, and sautéing. It also crushes, weighs, emulsifies, mixes, blends, and processes. In fact, this multi-cooker can even serve as a substitute for your stove in numerous instances! Additionally, you have the option to connect it to your smart device via Bluetooth for seamless control.
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