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1. A veggie chopper, slicer, and spiralizer since chopping by hand takes waaay too much time. With this kitchen gadget, you can quickly and easily chop up veggies, your favorite seasonal spring fruits, and even ice in a flash.
It comes with a small-dice blade, large-dice blade, spiral blade, and ribbon blade that are interchangeable and gives you the option to chop, slice, and julienne vegetables. Plus, you get a lid with a built-in chop and a storage container to hold the veggies.
Promising review: "I’ve had this for a couple of months now, and it makes my life SOOOOO much easier. Anything I’ve thrown at it, it’s sliced with ease. Tomatoes, cucumber, peppers, onions, celery, carrots...EASY! I even use to chop the eggs when I make potato salad now since it’s so easy and makes perfect slices...What used to take me three to four mins chopping up an onion and then a face full of ruined makeup, now takes less than one minute and no makeup ruined. The blades are SHARP, definitely be careful when removing them. But the lock on the tray makes it easy and so far I haven’t hurt myself with it. Typically, I’ll use it and then rinse out the top and put it in the dishwasher. It’s been through on the top rack well over 20 times now and still looks brand new. If something ever happens to this one, I’ll be back to get another one. It saves me so much time when cooking dinner!" —Macygrey09
Get it from Amazon for $24.99.
2. A satisfying batter scooper that features a sliding plunger so your baked treats are more uniform in size and less messy in the process. You're going to have Bake Off-level desserts with way less effort!
It's dishwasher safe!
Promising reviews: "Saw a video of this product on TikTok and knew I had to get it for our kitchen! Makes it a breeze to fill muffin liners!!" —Amazon Customer
"I can’t say enough good things about this little tool! It changed my cupcake game forever! No mess and uniform sized cupcakes every time." —Jillip
Get it from Amazon for $10.46 (available in pink and blue).
3. A best-selling Magic Bullet blender set complete with three different sized cups *and* a travel lids! This baby has some ultra powerful blades that can whip up (or chop, grind, and mix) anything you need, from delicious smoothies and spring-themed cocktails to homemade salsa and dips. Basically any meal that makes you want to sit outside and enjoy the warmer weather can be made with this!
What's included in the set? A 250W motor base, cross-blade, one tall cup, one short cup, one party mug, two lip rings, two Stay-Fresh resealable lids, one to-go lid, and a 10-second recipe guide.
Promising review: "The noise level is perfect it’s not loud at all! I was nervous I would wake up the entire hall but it’s not loud at all! These are so easy to clean! They come with multiple cups! I love it! The blending power is pretty amazing for not having a large blade...Overall 5-star quality! 100% recommend!" —Alex
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in silver and black).
4. A set of super convenient sheet pan dividers so you can cook everything at once without having to worry about oils or flavors spilling over (and easy removal if one thing is done sooner 👏🏾). As a bonus, these dividers are nonstick and dishwasher safe, too!
Promising review: "A kitchen staple...These are great for so many reasons. We're in a mixed gluten household (one person has celiac and is diabetic, but we are not all doing a gluten-free diet). We can portion control and separate out gluten-free vs none on one pan. Plus, cleanup is just throwing in the dishwasher!" —J Fans
Get it from Amazon for $29.99 for a set of four (available in gray and navy)
5. A microwave pasta maker for *super* easy and convient pasta dishes. Seriously, you're pasta will be cooked and ready to go in 15 minutes! It's the perfect excuse to try out that lemon garlic spaghettini recipe (that's perfect this time of year, might I add!).
Before you say, "where is the recipe!?" here's a step-by-step guide for Tasty's One-Pot Lemon Garlic Shrimp Pasta. You'll get to skip the first two steps because of this pasta maker! 😉
Promising review: "I've had this thing for less than twelve hours and I've used it three times ... IT'S MAGICAL. I eat a lot of pasta — like, A LOT. I probably eat pasta at least seven times a week; I love pasta! Boiling water is a pain and I've always hated having to wash the big pasta pan afterwards. Well this Fasta Pasta puts that to an end. Now all I have to do is measure my pasta, fill to the water line, and wait. It's kind of like Ronco's 'set it and forget it.'" —Kate Slater
Get it from Amazon for $17.99.
6. OR just a spaghetti measure if you're into making pasta the old school way, but need a more efficient (and accurate) way of cooking the right portions. Using this will give you the perfect amount, whether it's for date night or for a big dinner party. And the best part? No more food wasted!
Fabberforge is a Nebraska-based, veteran-owned, family-run small business that specializes in 3D-printed home decor and gadgets.
Promising review: "I got a few of these as stocking stuffers (including one for myself!) and I found it to be incredibly accurate. I never know how much pasta to make for meals and always over or under estimate so when I saw this product, I knew I had to have it. I've loved using it for the past couple of months and they were a hit with my family, too." —Amanda Griffiths
Get it from Fabberforge on Etsy for $7 (available in 10 colors).
7. A pair of herb scissors because chopping herbs is the tedious cooking chore that keeps plenty of people out of the kitchen. This time around, you'll have a quick, pain-free way to get your ingredients prepped and ready for those delicious leafy green-filled spring meals you've got planned.
Promising review: "I like to grow herbs and use them in salads, soups, and many other recipes. I received these Jenaluca Herb Scissors as a birthday gift, and I can't believe how fast and easy it is to cut up cilantro, basil, parsley, lovage, etc. My husband tried them today too for the first time while making guacamole, and found that slicing the cilantro went very quickly. The storage case-cleaner is very efficiently designed too. I ordered 4 of these sets to give as gifts." —Lucille P. Nawara
Get it from Amazon for $16.24.
8. An Our Place oven pan you can use for just about anything. As a giant stove griddle for less dishes? Yep! In the oven for baking and roasting? Well, of course. It's cute and really is multifunctional!
The pan also comes with an oven mat that’s a reusable parchment alternative. It even has a super-handy, one-inch checker pattern that can be used to measure dough!
Promising review: "A solid pan, and the silicone sheet is one of the best I have ever used. Easy to clean, and everything in the oven is baked to perfection. Love the color as well. It is a versatile pan that can be used on the stove. Cooked an entire breakfast, eggs, sausage, and potatoes all in one pan." —Mary N.
Get it from Our Place for $125 (available in three colors).
9. A garlic chopper that minces or chops garlic *for you* in seconds. Simply add a few cloves inside, and then use your hand to roll it across your countertop a few times — that's it!
Promising review: "Love! Love! Love the GarlicZoom! Mincing garlic has never been more easy or fun. It makes mince work out of garlic, onion, chilies and herbs. I'm not sure what I love most about this little gadget. Not smelling stinky garlic fingers all night? No burning fingers or eyes from chopping a super hot chile? Or mincing fresh herbs in a blink of an eye. I have a problem wrist from an injury and an arm and hand that suffers from nerve damage. I can still manage to zoom this. When people ask if the can help in the kitchen, this is the chore that I give them and everyone loves it. They think it's the neatest little thing." —Kennedy Collins
Get it from Amazon for $12.96
10. A sous vide precision cooker to get restaurant-quality meals at home, minus all of the effort. This cooker can be controlled right from your phone and even provides update notifications from up to 30 feet away! Cooking has never been so easy.
The temperature range is 32–197 degrees Fahrenheit. Plus, you get access to over 1,000 recipes, so you'll have inspiration for yummy meals!
Promising reviews: "After years of hearing about how great sous vide cooking is I finally pulled the trigger on this unit and it really does live up to the hype. Super easy to set up and the app provides a ton of recipes to use." —PL
"Since I started cooking sous vide, my family says my cooking has gone to a new level. I started with the original Anova, and just recently picked up this Nano. The Nano is awesome because it's much smaller vs. the first Anova, making it easier to store in a drawer or something. It sounds trivial but by making it easier to grab. Setup is so much quicker, and I can cook a beef roast for 30 hours without adding ANY water. If you're just starting out in sous vide, I recommend this cooker." —Jeff Nichols
Get it from Amazon for $99.99+.
11. A convenient olive oil dispenser that perfectly measures out the amount needed for your next recipe. All you have to do is fill it! It even has an easy-pour spout for a mess-free dispense.
Promising review: "This product is easy to use and is the perfect addition to any kitchen! I love how easily I can measure out olive oil and how smoothly it comes out of the bottle. It is great for cooking or for drizzling over salads! Not only is it easy to use, but it also looks nice in the kitchen. Unlike a plastic olive oil bottle, this dispenser is a beautiful addition to my counter top. Also, for anyone who is interested in measuring out their olive oil without needing to constantly pull out a tablespoon, this is the perfect dispenser for you! The spray bottle is also great for cooking! I love that I know exactly what comes out of the spray bottle, rather than a store-bought spray bottle with additives. 10/10 would recommend!" —Clotilde D.
Get it from Amazon for $29.89.
12. A divided pot you probably didn't know existed, but will be unable to live without once you have it. It's perfect for vegan/meat-eater and only-some-of-us-are-gluten-free kind of households. OR just for families that disagree on what to have for dinner in general. Instead of having multiple dishes separating it all, you can use one convenient dish!
Check out a TikTok of the divided pot in action.
Promising review: "I have a picky household so this works perfectly to reduce the amount of pans to clean. Made taco meat and burgers at the same time. Pan was an easy swipe of a sponge to clean. Really pretty pan too." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $69.99.
13. Or a space-saving cookware set with a detachable handle for a complete level-up in your kitchen essentials. This five-piece set comes with everything you'd need to make delicious meals including two different sized frying pans, a sauce pan, a lid, and one (genius) removable handle. And yes, the set is nonstick!
All of the cookware is dishwasher-safe, oven-safe in temperatures of up to 480 degrees Fahrenheit. And when attached to a pot, the handle can withstand up to 22 lbs.
Promising review: "I absolutely love these pans... Even if you don’t clean right away, these come clean so easily and I very rarely even have to wash it in the sink. I can just spray some of my cleaner into it and wipe it with a paper towel. I purchased on a lightning deal, but I would definitely pay $100 for these. And the way it has reduced the clutter in my pan cabinet is invaluable. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️" —Asherston
Get five-piece set from Amazon for $49.99 (also available as an 11-piece set).
14. A rapid egg cooker to get quick eggs in tons of different styles: hard/medium/soft boiled, poached, scrambled — you name it! This gadget does it all EGGcellently.
It also features an auto-shutoff function! It can boil up to six eggs at a time, poach up to two eggs at a time, or make an omelet! There's a poaching tray, omelet tray, a six-egg holder tray, a measuring cup, a recipe book, and access to a recipe database. All nonelectric parts are dishwasher-safe!
BuzzFeed's own Samantha Wieder absolutely loves this egg cooker:
"I love cooking, I really do, but there are two very inconvenient times that my cooking laziness strikes, and that is first thing in the morning when I wake up, and at the end of the day when it's time for dinner. Thankfully, in the morning, I now have this rapid egg cooker which allows me to make soft-, medium-, or hard-boiled eggs, poached eggs, or an omelet, all without having to stand over the stove.
It's also a great way to whip up a high protein snack during the day when you're busy with work, school, or just in the middle of a very important Netflix binge. The egg maker will let out a sound when your eggs are cooked, and then all you have to do is enjoy them!"
Promising review: "I didn't believe the hype until I bought it for myself. My boiled eggs come out perfect EVERY TIME. Trust me this is not one of those kitchen products you buy to make life easier that just ends up sitting on top of the cabinet collecting dust. If you are a deviled egg / hard boiled egg / omelet lover, YOU NEED THIS." —M. Brown
Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (available in eight colors).
15. An ~app-controlled~ touchscreen air fryer for make quick and delicious meals! With the help of five cooking presets, this Cosori air fryer can help even the worst of cooks make something great. Reviewers rave about making everything from french fries to whole steaks (and some yummy reheated meals in between).
Promising review: "I'm obsessed with it. This Cosori airfryer is incredibly easy to operate and clean. The design is sleek and appealing (I leave it out on my counter). And the results have greatly exceeded my expectations. I'm hooked and I think for the foreseeable future I will be using this almost every day. Here's just a few examples of what I've made so far:- Brussels sprouts: the results of cooking these at home in a normal gas oven have always sucked. While not quite restaurant quality (restaurants use oil fryers) the Cosori comes incredibly close and shaves about 10 min of cooking time.
- Reheating french fries: This alone was worth the purchase. They were crispy and just as delicious from the night before.
- Reheating steak that I cooked to a rare temp the night before on the pan: no complaints and super easy to clean afterwards.
- Bacon: Way faster, way cleaner (and can easily save the bacon fat) and turned out perfect.
I'm so excited to experiment more with this awesome machine. 5/5" —Nolan S.
Get it from Amazon for $99.99+ (available in two sizes and four colors).
16. OR a simpler, more straight-forward Dash air fryer that won't take up much space, but will still allow you to easily make (or reheat) some amazing meals this spring.
Promising review: "Fantastic kitchen tool and well deserving of the hype. It’s helped me immensely when cooking meals in my kitchen, especially with side dishes such as brussel sprouts, cauliflower, and the ubiquitous fried potato. The Dash has removed all the stress of trying to get the timing right when preparing multiple dishes and cooks everything perfectly crisp on all sides. Getting tofu crisped has always been a struggle...but with this I’ve been able to get results that I’ve been trying for years...Highly recommended. It looks cool and doesn’t take up too much counter space either." —User of Consumer goods/bads
Get it from Amazon for $49.99 (available in five colors).
17. And some reusable air fryer liners because sometimes clean up is the most tedious part of cooking. These babies will make cleaning up your spring-inspired zesty (but messy) sweet chili salmon a breeze. And because they're made of silicone, you'll get years of use!
Don't worry! You can find the Sweet Chili Salmon Recipe (and more great spring recipes) here.
Promising reviews: "I absolutely love these liners. I love the fact that you get three in the package so you don’t have to immediately wash the one you’re using before you reuse it you can just simply use one of the other two, this was a brilliant idea." —Roxanne C
"These are nice silicone liners. They fit our 5.8-quart Cosori air fryer perfectly. They’re easy to clean and can be washed in the dishwasher. They also make cleanup of the air fryer easier. They’re perforated, so you can still make food crispy." —Terry R. Nye
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $13.75+ (available in four sizes).
BTW, there are round versions available for $11.45!
18. A handheld mixer complete with three different attachments for whisking, frothing, and blending. The design is fully electric with a copper motor, which means no tired arms when you're making your favorite meals. It also features an ergonomic, comfy, nonslip handle!
Reviewers use this handheld blender for everything from making salsa and soups to beating eggs and frothing milk for coffee! The possibilities are endless with this kitchen gadget.
Promising reviews: "I got this after my old stand blender burned out while I was grinding oatmeal. I thought a stick blender would be able to work through dry ingredients a little better and keep from overheating. I'm happy to say that is the case. This little thing is very powerful for its size and really chops whatever you set it to. Its easy to assemble, disassemble, and clean and works great... Some people have commented that you can only use this for a minute at a time, trust me that is plenty. It is meant to be more of a pulsing blender and you move it around enough that a minute of actual operation will likely work through whatever you are blending." —Clara
"I LOVE it! I've intended to get a hand blender for years and finally just did it. I looked at ones that were much more expensive and was worried that this would be cheaply made (because you often get what you pay for). However, I have been pleasantly surprised with this one. At 500 watts it has serious power and it is super easy to use. I made tomato soup and it blended it in under a minute, then I just popped the bottom off and washed it! Super simple. Super happy with my purchase!" —amazonaddicted
"Worked great, feels sturdy, took on boiling temperature to blend, but the top of the shaft stayed cool. Great buy!" —Nol
Get it from Amazon for $30.90.
19. A kitchen measurement conversion magnet to have on hand (or fridge) so you don't have to keep constantly looking up what the heck how many ounces are in half a cup. Saving time on little things is half the battle! This is especially helpful when you're halving or doubling a recipe.
Based in Plymouth, Massachusetts, 1620 Designs is a small biz making assorted laser-cut and engraved items for home and business use.
Promising review: "It's handy in my kitchen. Helps when I’m cooking and I have to include different measurements." —Scotty Tew
Get it from 1620 Designs on Amazon Handmade for $10.99.
20. And a genius adjustable measuring spoon so your drawers aren't full and your counters aren't cluttered. This gadget allows you to accurately measure wet and dry ingredients. And bonus points for having less dishes at the end of cooking!
21. An avocado slicer that makes splitting, cutting, and removing a pit seem like the easiest thing in the world. Effortless homemade guac on the patio, here you come!
This three-in-one tool can split an avocado with its pointy tip, remove the pit with its center, and make perfectly even slices with the bottom.
Promising review: "I’ve almost cut myself, or cut myself, too many times attempting to remove the pit of the avocado. And this is the best, most underrated tool ever. 10/10 quality, washes well in dishwasher. So easy to use and I promise you won’t cut yourself!" —Aly
Get it from Amazon for $11.95.
22. A cast-iron garlic roaster for my garlic-obsessed lazy cooks. All you need to do is put a bulb of garlic inside the roaster and sit it in the oven for 45 minutes! From there, you'll have soft garlic to spread on toast, toss in their meals, etc.
Pssst...the roaster also comes with garlic squeezer!
Promising review: "This was purchased as a Christmas gift for my partner, who bakes bread and loves cooking with roasted garlic. This garlic roaster works very well: we were able to fit one of the giant heads of garlic in it and it roasted up perfectly. The end result is a soft, slightly sweet, spreadable garlic that pairs excellently with a crusty toasted bread, some olive oil with Mediterranean herbs, and — for those of us who enjoy this indulgence — a glass of rich red wine. I recommend this as a great gift for the cooks in your life! It's actually useful, and looks cool, too." —Jess Vee
Get it from Amazon for $36.95.
23. A splurge-worthy touchscreen toaster that allows you to choose precise heating levels for particular types of bread. It heats much faster than a traditional unit and a touchscreen toaster just sounds really, really cool.
Promising review: "This is probably the best toaster I have ever owned! I absolutely love all its features, especially the selection screen but the best is how it makes perfect toast. Not only is it quick but the toast is crunchy outside and chewy inside. Perfection in my book. And I love the reminder to empty the crumb tray. And have I mentioned how it toasts english muffins? They aren't toasted in a patchy fashion rather they are toasted uniformly across the entire surface. Everyone coming into our home gets a demo! —BJK30, Target Customer
24. A handy multitool jar opener to fix the problem we all experience every once in a while: a tough lid! This opener has a silicone handle for easy gripping and it functions as a can opener and a bottle opener, too.
Psst — a lot of reviewers with arthritis swear by these for pain-free, easy opening, and parents say it makes it a lot easier for kids to open jars, too!
Promising review: "Having had arthritis in my hands since my teens, I have used many jar/bottle openers out of necessity. The OXO ones work well, but wear out within a year because of the volume of usage. This fabulous opener has yet to find a container that it cannot easily open, even bottles of water with heavily sealed caps. I love it so much I ordered another one to have in two drawers on either end of my kitchen. This gripper does not exacerbate my carpel tunnel syndrome, either. I would give it more stars if I could." —Patrizia L.
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in 11 colors).
25. A soft-serve dessert maker because what else would you want to eat on a warm spring day? This can ~easily~ turn your favorite fruits into a creamy, sorbet treat. It's the perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth, because it'll curve their craving without extra sugar and without much effort.
26. A silicone baking mat that'll prevent food from sticking to the pan, which makes for a much easier clean-up. BTW — reviewers say they're WAY better than parchment paper.
Promising review: "These things are flat-out AMAZING!! Area 51 Tech combined with Eye of Newt Magic Spells!! Unearthly non-stick capability!!! Arcane heat resistance!!! I've cooked fish, rolls, even BACON on these little miracles in the oven. Literally NOTHING hurts them, and everything bakes/cooks up beautifully! About all I haven't tried is taking them outside and testing different rifle rounds against them; but I'm willing to bet they make it at least up to .308. These. Things. Are. AMAZING!!!" —J. Erskine
Get a set of two from Amazon for $18.99.
27. A vegetable holder for anything you want to slice with ease. With this, vegetables, fruit, and even cutting meat can be done without any worry of uneven slices. (And as a noncook, I love not having to worry about my fingers!)
BTW, it comes with an odor remover, too! So, no more hard-to-rid smells after chopping things like onion and garlic. 👏🏾
Promising reviews: "Just so beautiful. This is much larger than I expected. A great way to manage a large whole onion when slicing. I can put it in the middle of the onion and quite easily slice from the roof side, then turn it around and just as easily slice the leaf end. NO MORE fumbling and awful uneven slices. The handle has a steel center that is supposed to remove onion oders from the hands. What's not to love!!" —sargant
"In the past, while slicing an onion that is more than half gone, I've had to dig my fingernails into it to keep it in place. But this onion holder makes it so much easier to hold without having to dig my nails into it. I don't know why I haven't purchased one of these before now but I'm really glad I did. The stainless 'pad' that pops out of the handle really does remove the onion smell from my hands, too." —Sophie's & LB's Mom
Get it from Amazon for $9.99.
28. An Instant Pot 9-in-1 pressure cooker because it really does it all. Perfect for those the cooks with limited space and even better for noncooks with limited experience. It features 15 pre-programmed and customizable cooking settings for things as simple as soup or rice, to more complicated ventures like slow cooking and sautéing.
Be sure to check out these *Stress-Free* Instant Pot Recipes For Spring!
Promising review: "It didn't take long before we realized (my wife especially, since she does a lot of the cooking) how fantastic this giant culinary autoclave really is. Cook an entire dinner of roast chicken with red beans and rice in one go? Done. Steam a whole mess 'o veggies when some friends show up with their gaggle of kids for dinner? Easy. Meatballs. Tamales. Artichokes. Corn on the cob. All quickly and (perhaps most significantly) very simple. And there's just a single pot to scrub at the end! Then just throw it back in the pantry until next time. Last night I think I reached my true peak of giant Instant Pot appreciation...Seriously delicious, perfectly cooked barbecue ribs—enough to feed at least eight people—ready in about an hour. So yeah. I'm a fan." —A. Goldberg
Get it from Amazon for $99.95+ (available in three sizes).
29. AND a very handy Instant Pot magnetic cheat sheet with TONS of useful information like suggested cooking times, liquid ratios, and more. Cooking anything with an Instant Pot will be so much easier (and faster) with this!
This Instant Pot cheat sheet comes from MGQ, a small business based in the Bay Area.
Promising review: "I am so happy that I decided to give this product a try! What an amazing idea. I placed the smaller magnet right on the Instant Pot and use it daily for a quick reference. Instead of searching the cookbook or internet, I can just glance over and know in an instant how to program my IP for that particular product." —Olesya R
Get it from Amazon for $8.99+ (available in two sizes and for air fryers).
30. An automatic bread maker for those who still love their quarantine hobby but hate the time it takes. This bread maker handles the entire baking process from start to finish and allows you to make other things such as cake and jams. Sounds like a homemade charcuterie board is in your future this spring!
This machine has 12 settings: French, quick bread (no yeast), sweet, 1.5-pound express, 2-pound express, dough, jam, cake, whole grain, and bake. It allows you to select your loaf size and between a light, medium, or dark crust setting. Includes an interior pan and two kneading paddles that are all dishwasher-safe!
Promising review: "The machine is perfect!!!! I already made two loaves of bread yesterday and am getting ready to make another loaf today. If you are lazy like me and would rather put all the ingredients into a machine and let it do all the work, this is the bread maker for you." —Pam Charmley
Get it from Amazon for $99.99.
31. An expandable colander so you don't have to have a clear sink to wash your fruit and veggies. The expandable handles ensure it fits your sink no matter the size!
This colander can expand from 14.5–19.5 inches. It's top-rack dishwasher safe as well!
Promising review: "I’m obsessed with this. I leave it in my sink always. It makes washing fruits or draining pasta so much easier and has such a simple cleanup. It also adds a nice pop of color to my kitchen. I highly recommend it." —Alyssa
Get it from Amazon for $17.99 (available in six colors and in two-packs).
32. A microwave rice and quinoa cooker that'll take a usually 20-minute task, and turn it into a faster, one-step, no constant stirring dinner. The bowl is designed to stop water from overflowing, plus when it's ready, dinner can be served in the bowl it comes with! Another step (and dish) saved. 👏🏾
Promising review: "We love this rice maker! Prep time in just minutes... This has saved us so much time, especially when we need dinner done quickly! The rice comes out fully cooked... In the beginning, it may take a few tries, since all microwaves are different, (setting at 800) as recommended, you'll eventually know what amount of rice goes with what amount of water, etc.... I add salt to taste and a teaspoon of olive oil, and it comes out delish! When done, just turn it over on your serving plate or just serve it directly from the container... Afterward, just pop in the dishwasher, no hard rice scraping to do. Highly recommend!" —Ani
Get it from Amazon for $29.
33. OR a small but effective electric rice cooker so you don't have to hover over the stove in order to get perfect, fluffy rice for dinner. It can also steam meat and veggies, so throw it all in for a minimal-effort one-pot meal!
Promising review: "Rice cookers are fantastic. I used to cook rice in a pot and I would invariably make subpar rice. This rice cooker makes fantastic rice, my only recommendation would be to use stock (chicken or vegetable) instead of water to give the rice a lot of extra flavor. It does a really great job of cooking rice perfectly and consistently. You can't beat the price either." —JP
Get it from Amazon for $29.98+ (available in two styles).
34. An oil mister to effortlessly spritz every inch of your food while cooking. There'll be no more hand-tossing to make sure every part is covered, AND it helps your oil last much much longer. YAS!
Promising reviews: "I’m obsessed with this sprayer!! I think I want to buy a few more because they’re the perfect size and so versatile! 1) The main selling point was how stylish and classy they look… It really upgrades the look of the the typical oil sprays, and makes it look expensive!! 2) It saves a lot of money in the long run! Goodbye the days of me buying $4 olive oil spray and throwing away the canister with about a months use. I can use a giant jug of olive oil for maybe $15 and use this spray to refill about 10 times!! 3) The way it sprays is honestly flawless. The size is perfect to me, small enough to fit with the spices in the spice cabinet but not too small because it can still probably last a good while." —Monica
"This is a great item for lightly spraying salads, roasting vegetables, or adding some oil to a prepared plate of pasta. Avoids using more oil than necessary so that’s a saving right there. I also use it to put a light coating of oil on all my cast iron cookware to prevent rust. Best of all, it looks great on the dinner table. Lots of uses which really makes it an asset in the kitchen. It seems that it should last a while so I think it is worth the few bucks spent." —Clancy
Get it from Amazon for $11.89.
35. An automatic spice grinder that can grind herbs and spices with just a push of a button. It comes with three spice pods that are easily interchangeable, making seasoning while you cook so much easier.
Each grinder comes with two interchangeable pods, but if you think you'll need more grab some extra pods for $9.99 each.
And BTW, this grinder is battery-operated. Make sure to get a few AA batteries too!
Promising review: "I've been looking for something like this for a long time and now that I've found it, I love it! No need to use two hands (that may have food all over them from mixing or preparing) anymore. I can pick this up and dispense whatever spice I need at the touch of a button. It's great that they also make extra pods, which I also purchased, so now I have salt, pepper, and two alternating spices to grind depending on what I'm cooking." —StillaYankee
Get it from Amazon for $44.99 (available in six colors).
36. A high-quality 8" chef's knife so good, it may replace your entire knife block. This ergonomically shaped (!!) knife is perfect for slicing, chopping, and dicing your heart away.
Promising reviews: "This knife is capable of making a tomato slice so thin you can see through it. The fit a finish are very good, blade grind is even, the bolster is slightly above cutting edge of blade so you can get a full cut on a cutting board and it's super sharp. I can't think of anything else one could ask for on a culinary knife. What can I say it's a great product...Overall this would be a great addition to anyone's culinary knife set." —Nickolaus B.Ridge
"FANTASTIC knife, super sharp right out of the box, arrived on time and perfectly priced for German steel! It's easy to handle around meats and fruits and veggies. I've used it on carrots, pork, potatoes, tomatoes, and onions to name a few. You won't regret buying this knife, it is all that and more." —Big Buddha
Get it from Amazon for $41.30 (available in 19 styles).
37. A handmade egg separator to ensure every egg is evenly and cleanly separated. Oh! And it's dishwasher safe, too.
Lucto Pottery is a small biz based in Salvisa, Kentucky. They make gorgeous handmade kitchen items such as spoon rests, salt jars, dishes, teapots, and more.
Promising reviews: "This was the cutest and most perfect egg separating device I could have purchased. My husband is the baker in our house and he has extremely large hands and struggles even cracking eggs so he was very happy to have this tool. My belly is equally happy!." —Veronica N. Young
"I bought three different colors: Blue Suede, Jade Moss and Northern Woods. I love them! They were exactly as described and the craftsmanship was beautiful. Very well made. I was going to give all three away as gifts but I'm keeping one for myself!" —Marianne
Get it from Lucto Pottery on Etsy for $15 (available in 20 colors).
38. A Toshiba voice-controlled microwave so you can multitask in the kitchen or stay put on the couch for five more minutes (whichever you prefer). This microwave can also be controlled through an app... No wonder it's got over 8,000 positive reviews!
BTW, the voice control feature on this microwave is Alexa-powered, so you'll need an Echo Dot to get it going.
Promising reviews: "This microwave has been great. It is a nice microwave with a solid case, unlike some that just feel flimsy. It cooks everything evenly so far (I have had it for 3 months now). The interior is a nice smooth surface that wipes off easily. I like the nice quiet beep when it finishes cooking and also the option to make the buttons silent when pushed (no need to alert the entire household that I'm making popcorn in the middle of the night). The stainless steel on the handle and front do collect fingerprints and that is annoying, but not a deal breaker." —T.L. Frameli
"I love this microwave!! I needed one that was the same size for a specific space on my counter. Most larger microwaves are extremely expensive if they're of good quality. However, this one was very reasonable and it's surpassed my wildest expectations. Besides being the perfect size and not being overly heavy, it also connects to my Alexa. I can be doing other things in my kitchen and just talk to Alexa and she will automatically start the microwave. If you don't have an Alexa, there is an app for the microwave that works with your Wi-Fi. So that is another option that works really well! I'm extremely impressed by all of the functions available to me! You won't be disappointed if you buy this one!" —Sweetthang
Get it from Amazon for $144.99.
39. A mini waffle maker that'll have you falling in love with making breakfast all over again. It comes in a bunch of various designs, plus this compact beaut stores away easily, too.
Promising review: "Saw it on TikTok and had to get it! I love waffles but I don't always remember to buy them so I love being able to make them super easily with this mini waffle maker. It's so easy and convenient for me because I didn't want anything that would take up too much time and space. It's perfect. I also used the waffle recipe provided by Dash and it's great!" —Ken
Get it from Amazon for $12.99+ (available in 23 colors).
40. A pancake batter dispenser and mixer, a surefire way to get a perfectly portioned and well-mixed breakfast every time — without the heavy-duty cleanup.
Promising review: This is the best breakfast invention after the waffle maker. LOVE IT! As someone who makes pancakes or waffles three to four times a week (my kids are pretty spoiled, but breakfast is key to getting through the first part of the school day), I find that this is the easiest and fastest way to get that done. I just add everything to the bottle, shake, and pour into the waffle maker or griddle. When I am done, just add some water, shake again, empty, and then place everything in the dishwasher." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
41. A rapid food slicer because individually cutting teeny tiny cherry tomatoes to toss in spring salads is definitely not a fun thing to do when prepping dinner. This makes it quick and easy!
P.S. it works for cutting bagels, chicken breasts, and cheese too! 👏
Promising review: "The Rapid Slicer is a fantastic addition to any cooks kitchen! It is an extremely high quality product that makes cutting so much faster. I really dislike making salad because of all the chopping. Now it is a breeze using the Rapid Slicer. I’m an economy Mom who will purchase meat in larger packages to save money. I use the Rapid Slicer to cut large chicken breasts, pork chops, etc. to make portion size cuts of meat. I don’t have a steady hand so my portion sizes used to be all over the place and now they are all even. I would recommend this product for all of the reasons." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $14.95 (available in four colors).
42. A breakfast sandwich maker so you can *literally* throw all of the ingredients into one pan and let this cool kitchen gadget work its magic in just a few minutes.
Well, actually five minutes to be exact. Plus, if you want to make cleanup even easier, spray the rings and cooking plate with nonstick spray before use and after washing. And if you need some help with sandwich ideas, the maker comes with a recipe book filled with different combinations you can make.
Promising review: "Normally, I am skeptical of things like this, but I saw the reviews and decided to give it a try. This maker works perfectly! The eggs are cooked through, the eggs do NOT leak when poured into the tray, and even after just four minutes, a thick sausage patty was heated all the way through. I 100% recommended!" —Crispybit
Get it from Amazon for $46.99.
43. A pack of citrus peelers for anyone whose go-to snack is an orange or just anyone who literally cringes at the idea of digging their fingernails into an orange to peel it. This'll make it easy peasy lemon squeezy! 🍋🍊
You get five strip orange peelers, five round citrus peelers, five mouse shaped peelers, and one opener gift.
Promising reviews: "I try to eat a grapefruit every day…However, I hate peeling them. I bought some of the longer tools (like the ones in this set) but they were brittle plastic and all broke. Plus they were hard to use properly. Without much hope I ordered this set and boy was I surprised. The thumb-held peelers are fantastic. They are rounded like the fruit and they glide so easily over the surface while splitting the skin. Who know whether to believe an Amazon review anymore… but for what it’s worth I LOVE these things." —Tim G. Corcoran
"This is an amazing innovation here. The sticks work the best! I love oranges but I dislike peeling them. We make fresh squeezed Orange juice and with this set of peelers the game is changed forever! These work for just about any fruit you want peeled. It even worked on Kiwi…Overall a great value and a great buy! This will simplify snack time for your kids too. My little girl is an orange peeling machine. I can’t say enough about these little peelers! The stick is absolutely the best option we found in this little variety pack." —Working Man
Get a pack of 15 from Amazon for $6.99.
44. A set of angled measuring cups so you don't have to bend down to ensure you've poured the perfect amount every time (my knees can't take it anymore, either).
It makes cooking and baking so much easier, and your measurements will be more accurate! The set comes with 1-cup, 2-cup, and 4-cup angled measuring cups.
Promising review: "This is a very inventive design for something that cooks use every day. I originally purchased the 2-cup model of the Oxo measuring cup and liked it so much that I decided to buy the set. These are so much more usable than the Pyrex or Anchor traditional glass measuring cups because they so much easier to read. I have some Anchor measuring cups that are 20+ years old and the red markings have faded and are really hard to see. Since the Oxo can be read from the top, the measuring cup can rest on the counter for accurate measurement. No more holding it up in the air like a mad scientist measuring out liquids! Even the rubberized handle is well designed. Since these are made from clear plastic, they are very lightweight. The handle goes all the way to the counter to stabilize the measuring cup. It's very well thought out." —Bocaboy
Get the set from Amazon for $23.95.
45. A Thaw Claw to help you defrost meat seven times faster than the classic (and patience-testing) way. All you have to do is suction it to your sink, fill the sink with water, and then put the frozen food under the claw. Say goodbye to needing to thaw your dinner at breakfast time!
Plus, this Black-owned and invented product fits in all sinks no matter the size or type.
Promising review: "A package of frozen meat would have taken at least two days to thaw in the fridge. I used this for a 2-pound package a couple of days ago, and the meat was thawed within 90 minutes. One of the most practical kitchen gadgets I own." —Llda Schellhase
Get it from Amazon for $19.95.
46. Slow cooker liners that are amazing for quick and easy clean up! No more need for an intense clean or soaking overnight after every use.
Promising reviews: "I been using this brand for a while now... I own a Kitchen Aid slow cooker and this fits well over the ceramic pot. I cook many recopies on high, med, low, and keep warm. I use them all and this bag never fails me...With this liner, the cleanup is zero for the pot and you only need to wash your slow cooker lid. So easy and it's one of the greatest inventions. I'm new to slow cooking but have used this liners from day one. I would hate to clean a large heavy ceramic pot with food all stuck on the bottom. My worst nightmare. I give this product 5 STARS." —Triple Bogie
Get a box of six liners from Amazon for $3.48 (available in small or regular sizes and 5, 6, or 48 counts).
47. And to eliminate the biggest effort of them all (grocery shopping), a Home Chef subscription! You'll get precise ingredients and portions for the meals you choose each week, and they'll deliver it right to you. So not only will you *not* have to leave your house for a delicious meal, but you'll proudly be the one who made it.
This meal kit subscription offers gluten-free, dairy-free, meatless, calorie-conscious, and carb-conscious meals, so whatever your dietary preferences are, they'll have something for you! Each shipment includes portioned and labeled ingredients and the instructions to cook the meal. Most meals take 30 minutes to cook, but there are also 15-minute meals as well as oven-ready meals that you just pop right into the oven when you're ready to eat.
Promising review: "Excellent flavors, easy to make, good variety of meals, arrive fresh and correctly prepared every time. Couldn't be more pleased. Has saved me time and money during the busy weekdays!" —Jessica
Get it from Home Chef for $6.99+/per serving.
You've got all the low-effort tools, now if you could just make it to the fridge...
