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1. A mini rice cooker you'll wanna bust out for every meal once you see how user-friendly it is. According to the manufacturer, this little machine will have perfect, hot rice on the table in less than 20 minutes (a godsend when you're HANGRY), and reviewers say the end results are impressively consistent! It's also just really cute, too.
Plus, it's got PFOA-free nonstick coating, and includes a rice measuring cup, serving spatula, and recipe book.
Promising review: "I love this rice cooker. I've used it a dozen times. It cooks rice so fast. I use the small cup they provide, fill the rice to the top, and then add two of the same small cups of water. Hit the cook button and go on to do other things. When it's done it's on warm. I don't add any butter or salt, the rice is cooked perfectly. The pot is nonstick, so very easy to clean up. Highly recommend." —DRG
Another promising review: "I wasn't expecting much for such a low-priced appliance. I'm glad I gambled on it — what a surprise that this cute little rice cooker performs exactly as it's advertised. It cooks rice perfectly, keeps it warm for as long as you want, and cleanup is a breeze!!!! It's so little that at first you can't believe it could make so much. Definitely get this if you're cooking for one or two." —Julie S.
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in eight colors).
2. A drawer organizer, because there's only one junk drawer allowed in every home, and guess what? The utensil drawer isn't it! With this, your cutlery will finally have a designated place, and the "bleacher-style" design takes up way less space than your standard utensil divider. Now you won't panic whenever a guest asks if they can grab a fork.
BuzzFeed Shopping's Chelsea Stuart has used this product to make her kitchen feel more organized: "Just got this and it has freed up SO much space in our cutlery drawer that we can now store teas, small Tupperware, etc. vs. before it was just a mess of utensils."
Promising review: "I had never seen this before I bought it, and holy crap it changed my life. So. Much. Room. There is so much room left in my drawer now that I moved stuff from another drawer and I have an entirely empty drawer in my kitchen now. Now only HALF the drawer is silverware and the other half is spatulas and cooking utensils. It is great. It also seems very sturdy. Highly recommend." —van31050
Get it from Amazon for $8.99.
3. A foaming garbage disposal cleaner that'll rid your kitchen of those gross, lingering smells coming from your sink — you know, the ones that always make you think, Wow, should I be cleaning my garbage disposal? The answer is a resounding YES!, since this stuff will replace those yucky odors with a bright, lemony scent. Plus, watching it bubble up is pretty fun!
Promising review: "Saw on TikTok (don’t judge) and automatically added to cart. So easy to use, takes probably a minute to fully bubble up and clean, and you’re left with a clean sink! I use with other drain cleaning products, but would 100% recommend for weekly maintenance." —Jessica Hamilton
Get a four-pack from Amazon for $5.12 (also available as a pack of 24).
4. A large Cuisinart food processor designed with people who like the idea of cooking but detest the thought of prep in mind. Luckily, this workhorse takes allll the work out of dicing and slicing, meaning you'll have your perfectly uniform potato gratin on the table before midnight.
If you're wondering whether it's worth shelling out money for this bad boy, keep in mind it has a whopping 14-cup capacity, so if you really hate chopping vegetables, this will hold a garden's worth.
Promising review: "This food processor is a beast! Forget wasting time chopping and dicing. You can even put cheese in here. I'm glad I got the large. I cook a lot and it really has helped me save time while making dinner. It's expensive, but totally worth it. I'm buying another for my parents!" —Tori Powell
Get it from Amazon for $199.95+ (available in eight colors).
5. And if you're short on space, a downright magical veggie chopper that'll surely become your new BFF once you realize that by owning it, you'll finally be relieved of your least favorite kitchen task forever. It'll cut down food prep time by a ton, and if you're an onion crier like me, well, no more standing over a cutting board with stinging eyes.
Promising review: "Makes life so much easier. I can't imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper that was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop, and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food and it has a generous container." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $23.88.
6. A pack of oven liners future-you will thank current-you for buying when you realize they prevent your famous pecan pie's overflow from becoming a sticky mess on the floor of your oven.
Promising review: "These liners are life-changing! I never thought I needed them until a friend raved about them. Cleanup is so simple, no more melted cheese or sauces burnt to the bottom of my ovens. I love that I can cut them down to size to fit my toaster oven. My husband enjoys grilling with the liners now, he doesn't have to line the grill with aluminum foil which he found so annoying, deterring him to grill. This product really has simplified my life in the kitchen and I love it." —Kindle Custommer
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $11.99.
7. A handheld milk frother you should have in your cart if you recently checked your bank statement and saw an alarming amount of Starbucks purchases on it. 😬 With this, you can enjoy PSLs and other foamy beverages right at home — no fancy espresso machine or sky-high coffee budget required.
Promising review: "Best frother that I've ever used...very comfortable to use and powerful, too. Got this to replace another branded one that zonked out on me after only a couple of months. Love love this frother. I use it to 'blend' my morning coffee with coconut oil. This frother is more powerful than my last. The stand is a nice little bonus to keep the frother off the table and from rolling off the counter. The handle is very comfortable to hold. The back (if the label is facing you), has an index finger rest. I highly recommend this frother." —N Duong
Get it from Amazon for $15.19+ (available in 43 styles).
8. A lovely macrame produce hammock for storing all of those apples you picked so they won't take up every. square. inch. of your counter. Voilà, so much more room for prep!
San Diego-based small biz Knapp's Knots is pretty much any macrame lover's dream — in addition to their popular produce baskets, they make beautiful shelves, plant hangers, and wall decor.
Promising review: "I hated having a pile of fruit on my countertops. Bowls and baskets were always too big or small and taking up precious counter space. This is the perfect, cute and functional solution! I was able to screw in the hooks by hand — quick and easy installation." —Taylormschulte
Get it from Knapp's Knots on Etsy for $27.90+ (available in two sizes and 11 colors).
9. A dishwasher magnet you can toggle to say whether the contents inside are clean or dirty — a seemingly small gesture with potentially major peace-keeping results. If you've ever experienced the horror of your SO putting dirty dishes into a dishwasher filled with clean ones, you need this in your cart, stat.
Promising review: "What took them so long?? Every household should have one of these. Does your partner point to the dishwasher and ask you, "Hey, are these good?" Mine did, almost daily. Not anymore, though! A breeze to install (our dishwasher is magnetic, but I'm really glad it came with adhesive pads — someday when we move, if we need them we have them!), and even though I bought it (mostly) as a joke, I use the heck out of it. Slides easily when it needs to." —Andrea Braun
Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in four styles).
10. And a pack of dishwasher cleaning tablets, because how clean could your dishes really be if your dishwasher itself is a mess? Their subtle, crisp scent is a welcome change from those rancid odors that often creep up over time with dishwasher use, and in terms of your dishwasher's appearance, I think the photos speak for themselves.
Just pop them into the tray where you'd normally put detergent (or on the bottom of your dishwasher if you're washing dishes at the same time), and run as usual!
Promising review: "This was simple to use, smelled good, and I was pleasantly surprised when I opened the dishwasher after the recommended cleaning cycle. This product actually did what it advertises that it will do! Great results, fairly economical — and by the way — it works!" —Old Southern Charm
Another promising review: "Just get them. Changed the way my 20-year-old dishwasher works. Much cleaner dishes and the interior is like new. First time you use it, run it empty with just the cleaner. I didn't realize how much mold and ickiness it got out of my machine." —drpicard
Get a pack of six tablets from Amazon for $8.99.
11. An instant-read thermometer to keep you from over-baking meats, desserts, and anything else you want to keep from being too well done. As they say, there's nothing worse than a dry cake (they = me).
I sincerely hope you'll never have to suffer through a burnt steak ever again (the same goes for anything that's too raw as well), and using an instant-read thermometer is the best way to monitor the cooking process along the way and ensure your food is at its safest — and most delicious — temperature. This one might not be quite as durable as the pricier options on the market, but it's much more affordable and will cover any basic cooking needs — just don't leave it in the oven, like one reviewer did!
Promising review: "I like to make jam, and since moving to Denver I've had trouble accurately adjusting my recipes for the altitude. Things were coming out too soft (but still delicious!). This was a small investment that is making all the difference; I just cook to temperature now rather than time. I've made several batches and it is accurate, cleans up easily, and is sturdy and easy to use." —Jen P
Get it from Amazon for $7.64+ (available in two colors).
12. A nonstick microwave pasta cooker for nights when you're craving spaghetti, but the thought of waiting around for boiling water seems like cruel and unusual punishment after a really long day. Pop it in for 12–13 minutes, and ta-da!
It also doubles as a strainer, and you can use the holes in the lid to portion out long pastas.
Promising review: "I love pasta, but I hate *making* pasta. Too many pots, pans, strainer, cleanup, etc. Forget it. And after a long day at work when I am craving pasta, all I want to do is eat right away. This pasta cooker cooked pasta better than I have ever cooked pasta in my life. I am Italian, so as you can imagine I have eaten (and made myself) a LOT of pasta. This product is a game changer. It was extremely easy to use, cooked quickly, and it came out PERFECTLY. Not over cooked, a little al dente, but not firm. Perfection. Now I have no excuse not to cook pasta for myself (and my husband) practically every day. BUY THIS. It will change your life." —Hope Lanza
Get it from Amazon for $13.59.
13. An Oxo corn peeler, because eating corn is a whole lot more enjoyable when you're not constantly pulling the threads out of your teeth. That said, getting the kernels off of that big lump with knobs can be tricky and time-consuming! With this, you can swiftly slide the kernels off as if you were peeling an apple rather than precariously balancing the ear on your counter and using a knife.
Promising review: "I didn't have high expectations for this corn cob peeler, but saw the good reviews so thought I would give it a chance. I am amazed. I can peel an ear of corn in seconds. As a child, I remember how my mom would peel off the corn and freeze it for year round corn. She would work her fingers to the bone. How great this would be for people who can or freeze corn. I noticed the blade is razor sharp, so I am being very careful with cleaning and storage. Highly recommended!" —Flossygirl
Get it from Amazon for $9.95 (also available as a set with corn holders).
14. A plant-based stainless steel cleaner for anyone who loved the look of their shiny appliances the first week they got them, then quickly realized they're actually a breeding ground for fingerprints. It's made with aromatic lavender essential oil, which polishes and shines without streaking and creates a protective barrier for preventing future smudges.
Promising review: "The stainless-steel appliances in our rental were so stained and smudged. Regular cleaners didn't work. I saw this product recommended on TikTok and immediately looked it up on Amazon. The reviews were good and price was right, but what won me over was the plant-based ingredient list and lavender scent. I used the product the day it arrived in the mail. Worked like a charm! Easy-to-use spray, microfiber cloth included. So now my stainless-steel appliances look shiny and my kitchen smells amazing! Highly recommend." —diana
Get it from Amazon for $19.95 (also available in packs of two or six).
15. A pack of Baker's Joy no-stick baking spray to ensure your Bundt cakes come out of the pan perfectly intact every. single. time. I mean, is there anything more upsetting than whipping up a cake, only to have the top 30% of it stay glued to the tin during the unveiling?
My grandmother's copper Bundt cake pan is one of my most prized possessions, but let me tell you — the first cake I attempted to make in it was nothing short of a disaster. I'd thoroughly greased the pan, so when it came time to flip my cake out, I figured it would be smooth sailing. Cut to: The bottom two-thirds of the cake slipped out easily, while the top stayed stubbornly fixed to the inside of the pan. A baker's nightmare. I'd heard of Baker's Joy, but until that moment, I'd thought of it as "cheating." HOWEVER, I quickly got over myself and bought a can, and the next Bundt I made effortlessly glided out of the pan without me even having to do so much as tap on it (see photo above!). Let's just say Baker's Joy now has a permanent place in my pantry.
Promising review: "I was ready to throw out my Bundt pans when someone recommended this to ease out cakes made in detailed Bundt pans. I was so excited that my gingerbread cake came out of the pan…perfectly. I tried a second time and it worked again. Hooray!!" —Rustycat2
Get a pack of two from Amazon for $12.97.
16. A batter dispenser that'll take the mess out of preparing weekend brunch so you can actually, you know, enjoy it without cringing at the thought of how long cleanup will take. It's got a helpful measurement guide on it so you can mix up your batter right in the container, and when it's skillet time, just pull the lever for perfectly portioned pancakes — no batter splatters or dribble-drabbles in sight.
Promising review: "I got this yesterday, and my son asked me this morning if I would make him pancakes! I was happy to oblige, so I could try my new kitchen gadget, and it did not disappoint! I LOVE it! I made the batter right in the container, and it has measurements on it, so I didn't even have to get out my measuring cups. The batter came out perfectly and easily, and when I stopped the flow, it immediate stopped! There was not one dribble of batter anywhere, and the pancakes turned out perfectly! I cannot wait to make cupcakes with this! That was the main reason I bought it, because I always dribble cake batter everywhere when I try to make cupcakes, and it's a mess. I love cupcakes, but not the mess. Now I will be able to easily make them! I will most likely buy this as gifts for my family and friends as well. My advice, get it!" —Nikki
Get it from Amazon for $18.32.
17. A Dash Safe Slice Mandoline, which your precious little fingies will be relieved to know does not require them to be anywhere near the blade! Plus, it comes with over 30 slicing options — from one to eight millimeters-thick! — meaning you'll be able to get uniform, paper-thin cuts in no time.
You can also use it for julienne- and matchstick-dicing! Just feed your ingredients through the tube, push the lever, and your slices will come out on the other side.
Promising review: "This tool is AMAZING! Like with anything, it has nooks and crannies to clean, BUT they provide a brush to clean it with. The product itself is easy to use and saved me SO much time! I just prepared a recipe that required a lot of 'chopping,' and I think this thing saved me 30 minutes! I wish I had bought it sooner!" —Craig J
Get it from Amazon for $34.99+ (available in six colors).
18. A rapid egg cooker for anyone who nervously paces back and forth as their eggs are boiling, wondering, "Are they done?" With this, your hard and soft-boiled eggs will be perfect every time (bye, weird gray yolk rings!), and the eggs-tra accessories (sorry) are great for poaching, scrambling, and making omelets!
BuzzFeed Shopping's Emma Lord says: "I've owned one of these babies and have faithfully used it every week for upward of two years, and especially love it while working from home — it simplifies breakfast because I know no matter what assortment of groceries I'm working with, there are precooked eggs to add some protein to it (I like mine medium-boiled 🍳). If my dinner is boring or seems like it needs a little extra "oomph" to it, I'll throw in an egg from this too. Some reviews note that the alarm on it is a little loud, but the new models have significantly decreased the volume and sing a little song instead!"
Promising review: "I saw someone on TikTok with this and gasped! Ordered it right away. I had no idea these things existed. Super easy and convenient and the hard-boiled eggs came out perfectly. I’m testing a batch now without punching a hole in the eggs to see how they come out. Because why not make an easy process even easier?!?! LOL." —Gina
Get it from Amazon for $16.99+ (available in eight colors, as well as several bundle options).
19. If you have a single-serving coffee maker, a set of cleaning K-Cups that'll flush out all of the residue that's been making your morning bevs taste...off. Unacceptable at 7 a.m.! Pop one in and brew as if you were making your favorite hot drink, then brew again without the cup to rinse it out.
Promising review: "I bought this product because the needle in my Keurig 2.0 keeps clogging, causing inconsistent brew and taste. These cleaning cups fixed both of my issues, and I especially liked that it was really quick and easy to use. I put the cleaning pod in and ran one cycle, then took the pod out and ran a rinse cycle to clean out any leftover grinds. FAST, EASY, and GREAT results… VERY HAPPY!!" —Corey West
Get a pack of six from Amazon for $9.95 (also available as a 12-pack).
20. And for your travel mugs, a box of bottle cleaning tablets if you're looking for a nearly hands-off solution for getting rid of those gross coffee stains for good. Simply fill your bottle with warm water, drop in a tablet, let it fizz for 15–30 minutes, rinse, and presto!
Check out BuzzFeed Shopping's Bottle Bright deep dive for more info!
Promising review: "Despite being diligent and rinsing my bottles out, they do tend to accumulate funky color, slight odor, etc. and generally just get gunkier over time. I heated up a pot of water, filled a few bottles, dropped one of these into each, and 15 minutes later most were sparkling clean, good as new. A few of the worst needed to be left a few hours/overnight, but in every case these pills worked magic. I also tried one just for kicks on my stainless steel lined coffee pot, over five years of daily use with filtered water, monthly descaling process, etc. but still showing browning inside, and one pill cleared all the stains away." —C Stevens
Get a pack of 36 tablets from Amazon for $24 (also available in packs of 12 or 78).
21. A patience-saving pair of herb scissors, because your delicious cooking deserves fresh herbs, but, real talk: Who wants to painstakingly mince all of those teeny-tiny leaves by hand? Fresh herbs can make all the difference between decent meals and stellar ones, and these scissors have five blades, so chop chop!
It also comes with a comb to clean the leaves out from between the blades!
Promising review: "I like to grow herbs and use them in salads, soups, and many other recipes. I received these herb scissors as a birthday gift, and 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 four of these sets to give as gifts." —Lucille P. Nawara
Get it from Amazon for $16.89 (available in black or green).
22. And a nifty herb leaf remover that separates the leaves from the stem in one fell swoop. No more picking each leaf off individually, and no more unpleasant stems sneaking their way into your roasted vegetables! Ina would be proud you didn't take the dried parsley route.
Mud Pottery Studios is a small business based in Mendocino, California, that makes small clay trinkets and accessories for the kitchen and home.
Promising review: "This works great for stripping leaves from herb stems. So much faster than plucking the individual leaves." —Deborah Ueyama
Another promising review: "This is a great addition to my kitchen. Well-made and good looking. I've been using it for cilantro and am very happy with it." —rohshambo
Get it from Mud Pottery Studios on Etsy for $19.50 (available in seven colors).
23. A SinkShroom strainer you should probably get if you're the type of person who avoids doing dishes because your sink takes FOR-EV-ER to drain. It'll catch all of those bits of food before they become an issue, and when it's full, just *pop* the remnants into the trash without scraping any gunk out with your fingers.
BuzzFeed Shopping's Heather Braga says: "I bought this for myself (since I'm clearly a REAL adult) and OMG. This thing REALLY works. Usually when my husband makes sauce from scratch I'm left with chunks of tomatoes throughout my sink and water that WILL NOT drain — that was until I bought the SinkShroom. My mom was so impressed she bought one, too. It's a serious game-changer."
Promising review: "I've gone through quite a number of sink strainers in my life and ALL of them have either broken or the little pop-up part won't stay in the up position... especially when there's a couple of pots in the sink that have been soaking. It doesn't seem like a big thing, but day after day, cleaning out the sink drain, trying to get the little bugger to stay in the 'up' position, wrapping rubber bands around that pop-up thingy, only to have them become really yucky from the stuff I'm attempting to keep from going down the drain and I'd about had it! Then I find this SinkShroom. It's been about two weeks and yes, it has CHANGED MY LIFE! I keep expecting a mini mess in the morning (my kids are usually up late at night, cooking and then cleaning their mess so it's usually full in the a.m.) and there's my SinkShroom... half filled with food pieces but EASY TO EMPTY!! No yucky wet mess. Just a simple flick into the garbage can. HALLELUJAH!" —Elizabeth B.
Get it from Amazon for $9.98 (also available as a two-pack and with a stopper).
24. Wilton cake strips for the perfectionist who wants perfectly smooth, flat layers without lopping off any domed tops in the process (the domes are often like, a third of the cake!). All you do is wet the strips, wrap them around your pans, and stick everything in the oven for super profesh-looking layers without any waste.
Promising review: "These really do work. You just soak them in ice water for a bit and put them around the pan and bake the cake, and the cakes come out much, much more level — no more dome top! After using these for the first time a year ago, I bought an extra set to have on hand for when I make multilayer cakes. You will still need to level your cake slightly, but it will be small adjustments rather than cutting off a large piece of the top. It is definitely easier to fit them to the pan BEFORE you get them wet — trying to adjust them when they are wet and cold is much more difficult. I've reused them multiple times with no issues. I highly recommend for anyone who does any basic level of cake baking/decorating." —Michelle E.
Get a set of two from Amazon for $10.99.
25. And a Wilton cake leveler so you can evenly split your layers in half without being at the mercy of a serrated knife, which pretty much always leads to a comically jagged and slanted cut. Adjust the blade to your desired height using the measurement guide, then just saw through your cake!
It's designed for cakes that are 10 inches or smaller.
Promising review: "I had never used a 'cake leveler' before, although I had tried the procedure with a knife a couple of times — with disastrous results. This thing...what a great idea! I was making a special cake for a special birthday, and I wanted the layers to be even. I baked four layers, de-panned them, and let them completely cool in the fridge for an hour (as was recommended to me). I actually baked enough layers for two cakes, just in case I had a horrible accident while leveling and needed to start over. When the moment came to level, I approached the cake with some trepidation, but I needn't have worried. The leveler sliced easily through each layer, with no tearing and no crumbling, and gave me perfectly flat tops. I ended up with two nearly perfect cakes. The trick is to be firm, but not rushed. A gentle sawing action did the trick. I will definitely be using this item a lot. My cakes finally look more like those made by the pros! Love it." —Dr H
Get it from Amazon for $8.39.
26. A 2-in-1 garlic press that'll let you mince and slice two cloves at once (seriously, when is one clove EVER enough?). Plus, it also comes with a silicone tube that'll take those pesky peels off with juuust a bit of rolling. P.S. If you're tired of the dreaded "garlic fingers," this will help keep those potent juices off your hands!
Oh, and there's also a small cleaning brush that'll make getting those little stuck-on bits out a whole lot easier.
Promising review: "A garlic press??? Do you need a garlic press? The answer is YES, YES, YES!! This is a great garlic press combo set. It is made of very good, strong aluminum construction. It feels good in the hand, nice weight, and very easy to use. I have used it four or five times. It is designed with two holes, one that crushes the garlic, the second to slice the garlic. Both holes work great. The handle is nice and sturdy, easy to use. The durability factor is great. It comes with a little brush and a little cleaning tool to assist with cleaning. It makes cleaning fast and easy. It does a great job with any garlic that is stuck in the press. It does well in the dishwasher, too. I love the silicone peeler tube. I can’t believe I have never used a tool to assist with peeling. I guess it is better late than never!! This is a great press, of great quality, at a great price. It works great! This garlic press has saved me so much time in prep, making cooking a little easier. I will get one for my sister. She would love this, I know I do!! Great buy!" —Dee's World
Get it from Amazon for $17.99.
27. A pair of extra-long oven mitts, because as someone who used to bake for a living, take it from me: Your wrists and forearms are the most vulnerable when it comes to kitchen burns, so it's wise to keep that area as covered up as possible! Not to mention, a little extra protection will boost your confidence when you're taking heavy, piping hot lasagnas and casseroles in and out of the oven.
Promising review: "There is nothing to dislike about these oven mitts. They arrived quickly and I use them every day. I've baked cookies and bread and roasted meat and veggies without a single burn, which is a first for me. These long mitts protect way up on my arms and they are very flexible...no more pans slipping out of my hands because of padded cotton mitts that are too bulky to allow for a good grip. I will never use anything but these mitts, and I'm buying some for my daughter as well!" —Georgia grandma
Get it from Amazon for $14.10+ (available in 14 colors, as well as a slightly smaller size).
28. A cordless KitchenAid electric hand mixer that'll reeeally come in handy when all of your outlets are being occupied by other cooking appliances. Plus, that baby blue color option is so pretty, it warrants a cozy weekend baking project.
It has seven speeds for everything from easy stirring to intense whipping, and can mix dough for dozens of cookies on a single charge.
Promising review: "Okay, I was skeptical about a cordless hand mixer. But I trust KitchenAid so I gave it a shot. Where has this been all my life?!? I love it! It’s quiet, powerful, lighter weight, and so convenient without the cord! Love!!!" —Staci Lyons
Get it from Amazon for $84.99+ (available in seven colors).
29. A time-saving zip slicer, because having to individually cut cherry tomatoes, grapes, olives, and any other small, round produce in half every time you make a salad is enough to make you quit preparing your own meals altogether. With this, you'll be able to do a bunch at a time — bless.
Promising review: "Saw this on TikTok. Had to try it. LOVE IT. So fast and easy. Washes easily and we just lay it out to dry. But we have also put it in the dishwasher, too. Saves us so much time and no more almost slicing fingers cutting tiny tomatoes. Wish I’d had this when the kids were tiny and I needed to cut their grapes. Would’ve saved me time." —Mermaid
Get it from Amazon for $20.
30. A potentially crisis-averting pie crust shield, which will keep those edges from getting too much color (aka burnt) while the interior finishes baking. Way easier than tenting with foil!
It adjusts to fit pies ranging from 8–11.4 inches and is BPA-free!
Promising review: "Can’t live without these. You spend so much time preparing everything to make the perfect pie and then you notice that the crust is getting burnt. Argh. So you grab the aluminum foil and try not to burn your hands as you gingerly place it on the pie. This product is a game changer. It fastens into place to accommodate even little pot pies. You can put it on at the start and take it off near the end to brown the crust. No more burnt crust, I love it. I stick it in the dishwasher and it’s ready for the next pie. Worth the smile you’ll have on your face when you take your masterpiece out of the oven." —Oleh Haluszka
Get a set of two from Amazon for $14.99 (available in red or green).
31. An over-the-sink dish drying rack in case your counter space leaves something to be desired (gotta love those teeny city apartments!). You'll be so glad you bought it when you're cleaning up after dinner and realize, Hey, I actually have a place for this stuff and it's not the kitchen table! It would also make an ideal cooling rack and conveniently rolls up when not in use to save even more space.
Promising review: "I bought this because I saw it on TikTok and I’m so glad I did! I hate having things on my counters that don’t belong. I have a dishwasher but I have some things (like most everyone) that aren’t dishwasher safe. I love that I can just roll this out and dry my dishes over the sink. The fact that air is able to get to all sides allows dishes like cups and bowls to actually get dry. Prior to this I was using a drying mat next to my sink, but I was always having to towel dry items that had been sitting out 'drying' for hours. Even my husband is impressed. He has told me multiple times it was such a good buy!" —Sheri
Get it from Amazon for $11.89+ (available in eight sizes).
32. A four-event timer, because if you're on Thanksgiving duty this year, you're gonna need a surefire way of remembering when the turkey, green beans, stuffing, and pies should each come out of the oven. This helpful gadget lets you set four timers at once, and even comes with a whiteboard so you can write down which timer goes with which dish when your brain is feeling as mushy as mashed potatoes (GENIUS).
P.S. It's magnetic, so just stick it on your fridge!
Promising review: "This is SO handy! I was thinking of it particularly for Thanksgiving, but have already used it for multiple cooking times. Takes a little practice setting, but once you do it a couple of times, it's easy. Nice loud alarm. Does not shut off until you shut it off." —shopping genie
Get it from Amazon for $16.78.
33. A TikTok-favorite Dan O's savory seasoning that'll keep you from having to measure out a teaspoon of this, a teaspoon of that when you're prepping your proteins and vegetables. Who has time for that on a weeknight?! Just shake some of this on, and you'll be spared from eating yet another plate of bland chicken.
This unassuming yet flavor-packed blend of garlic, onion, cayenne, parsley, and citrus has over 8,000 5-star ratings, and reviewers have mentioned loving it on everything from Thanksgiving turkey to mashed potatoes.
Dan-O's is a small biz that was founded by — yes — Dan O. (Oliver), who came up with a spice blend one day and realized it actually tasted really good! People who tried the seasoning told him he should sell it, and the rest, as they say, is history.
Promising review: "Good stuff! Yummy combination, saves you a lot of time putting in a dash of this and a pinch of that!" —Su
Another promising review: "Life-changing. The best seasoning I’ve ever used. Definitely leveled up my cooking with this! Will order again — but the biggest size this time!" —Josie
Get a pack containing the original and spicy seasonings from Amazon for $13.99.
34. And a jar of Fly By Jing Sichuan Chili Crisp, which is juuust the right amount of spicy without being overpowering. On busy nights when cooking an elaborate meal is simply out of the question, this magical condiment will elevate even the most simple bowl of instant noodles with flavorful complexity in seconds.
Fly By Jing is an Asian woman-owned small business that makes sauces, seasonings, and dumplings featuring flavors from Sichuan.
Ever since my sister introduced me to this life-changing condiment, I've slathered it on pretty much everything I could think of — from roasted vegetables and noodles to seafood and popcorn. It's got a kick, yes, and while I'm a big fan of spicy food, the thing I love most about this chili crisp is that it also has great flavor that doesn't get overpowered by the heat, which happens with so many other spicy sauces. That deep savory flavor comes from ingredients like fermented black bean, shallots, mushroom powder, ginger, and seaweed, so it's no wonder it's become my go-to pantry staple when I want to zhuzh up my dinner in a matter of seconds. PS: Some people even swear by it as an ice cream topping!
Get it from Amazon for $14.79 or Fly By Jing for $12 (also available in extra spice and as a monthly subscription for 15% off).
35. An absolutely *genius* adjustable measuring spoon for anyone with limited drawer space, since it's really six different spoons in one! Just drag the slider to your desired amount to get the correct measurement — no more digging around in search of multiple spoons every time you wanna make some pumpkin bread.
Promising review: "I really like that I can use just one tool to measure whatever I need by adjusting the spoon size. I cook and bake frequently and this has been so convenient to use. I no longer have to worry about finding a specific spoon size and this takes up less room, which is key since I have limited storage space." —Amber O
Get it from Amazon for $10.93.
36. A foolproof corer, because the thought of making an apple crisp is all well and good until you remember, "Oh, right, I actually hate prepping apples." With this, you won't only save time; you'll also save your fingers from potential knife mishaps!
It's so much more efficient than using a knife, and once you've removed the core, the blades open up for simple disposal.
Promising review: "This thing is great. Very sturdy. Works amazingly well. I bought this because I had 1 1/2 bushels of apples I needed to core to make apple butter. Did the job in no time at all with this gadget. Much less waste than cutting around the core and in more than 99% of the apples, it removed the entire core and seeds without me having to do touch-ups with a paring knife. I highly recommend this tool and will be buying more of them to give as gifts for friends who enjoy the culinary arts." —James Miller
Get it from Amazon for $11.99+ (available in 19 colors).
37. And an Oxo 3-in-1 avocado tool, which safely splits, pits, and slices avocados so you can prepare Insta-worthy avo toasts right in your own kitchen. Avocado slicing injuries are VERY common, so this handy gizmo could also save you a trip to the ER!
Promising review: "I love avocados, but I hardly ever buy them because they're so inconvenient to deal with. This tool ABSOLUTELY changes that. I knew I was getting something that would make it a little easier to pit and slice my avocado, but I had no idea HOW MUCH EASIER it would be. This thing is amazing!" —Edianter
Get it from Amazon for $11.95 (also available as a bundle with a masher).
38. A silicone baking mat that'll end any spatula versus cookie sheet battles for good. No sticky residue, and just think of all the money (and trees!) you'll be saving by cutting down on parchment paper. Oh, and, they're great for rolling out dough when you don't wanna make a mess of your counter.
If you're sick of your cookies (or anything you cook) getting stuck to your baking sheet, consider this ingenious product your new best friend. Its slick, nonstick surface allows foods to glide right off (yes, really!) without any mess, and if you're a lazy baker (like me) who doesn't want to get the tape measure out, there's a convenient measurement guide on each mat in case you want to be extra precise.
Promising review: "I like everything about these baking mats. They are great in the oven and really cut down on cleanup for cookie sheets and baking pans. I bought some more to put in my refrigerator. Cleaning is a breeze. I just take them out, wipe them down with vinegar and water, and rinse them off. I let them dry in the dish drainer whilst I wipe down the fridge. And they provide an added bonus of keeping the glass shelves from getting all scratched up." —pauwau
Get it from Amazon for $10.39+ (available in three sizes).
39. A KitchenAid immersion blender, aka Fairy Godmother: Soup Edition, since it'll transform your chunky butternut squash concoction into an ethereally velvety puree. Plus, it'll help speed things up while keeping you from burning yourself, since you won't be transferring ladles of piping hot soup to a standing blender.
I own the blue immersion blender, and as someone who's just 5 feet tall and has practically zero upper body strength, I find that it's been a total game changer. Now, whenever I want a smooth sauce or silky soup, all I have to do is stick this bad boy into the pot, press a button, and presto! No more having to muster up all my strength to lift a heavy pot, and then pour hot liquid from it into a blender (I mean, disaster waiting to happen and such a poor use of time). Oh, and it's SO easy to clean, plus the pretty blue hue makes me happy every time I use it!
Promising review: "Best immersion blender I've used! This thing is so powerful! Smoothly blended my roasted butternut squash, onion, and celery to make a bisque. I love the pan guard so I can blend right in the pot and it doesn’t scratch. It was very easy to use and clean. Highly recommend." —Annabelle
Get it from Amazon for $39.99+ (available in 11 colors and three styles).
40. An Oxo fat separator, because skimming the fat off of your stock with a spoon whenever you're making gravy gets preeetty tedious. With this absolute lifesaver, just pour your juices in and let it do the separating for you — then, when everyone comments on the smoothness and clarity of your stock, go ahead and take all the credit.
Promising review: "I can't believe I spent so many years using a spoon trying to get the fat out of gravy and sauces. This separator took mere seconds to do the work!" —Marlo Casabar
Get it from Amazon for $11.95+ (available in two sizes).
41. A 100% natural oven scrub made of pumice that'll cut through tough stains just as well as chemical cleaners, meaning no unpleasant odors to see (smell?) here. One of your least favorite chores just got a whole lot more tolerable.
It also comes with a metallic scrubber!
Everneat is a small Etsy shop based in Fairfield, Connecticut, that specializes in natural cleaning products.
Promising review: "Love everything about this! Love the scent and the clean it provides! We could not get our oven window clean with any previous product — this did it in seconds :)" —Elizabeth Rowe
Another promising review: "This stuff is MAGIC! One application and it took 15 years of yuck off my oven that refused to come off with other oven cleaners! The product does most of the work so you really don’t have to scrub for hours. Highly recommend this stuff!" —Traci Hutchinson
Get it from Everneat on Etsy for $19.99 (available in three scents).
42. A set of food storage containers with labels so you'll stop mistaking your barley for farro once and for all. And not only are they great for organization and convenient browsing, their airtight seals will also help keep flour mites (yes, unfortunately they're a thing) far, far away.
This epic set comes with 15 canisters and 24 labels!
Promising review: "Fits and stacks not only on my counter, but in my cabinets, too! Instead of the boxes, I dump it all into the containers and label them. Gives me more space in my cabinet. Great buy!" —Doreem
Get a set of 15 from Amazon for $28.99+ (available in three colors).
43. A hands-free electric can opener, since preparing a meal is much more enjoyable when you're not exerting all of your upper body strength just to open the canned pumpkin and cranberry sauce. Once you try this bb, you won't ever think about hand cranking again.
Don't forget the AA batteries!
Promising review: "Life changing!!! I open dog food cans daily and pumpkin cans to mix with the dog food. My old hands couldn’t take it anymore! This little gadget does it ALL! Set it on top of the can, push the button, and walk away!! AND! NO SHARP EDGES!!" —Tammy Richardson
Another promising review: "Such an easy way to open cans. This will reduce my cooking time! I would shy away from cans at grocery stores because I had such a hard time using my mechanical can opener. They were risky and left sharp edges that could hurt anyone. This can opener is a godsend. It comes with an instruction manual that clearly shows how to use it. It's super simple. I got it out of the box, inserted four AA batteries, and it was good to go. This is very user-friendly, no sharp edges, and gives a clean cut. I love love love it. To everyone who is thinking about getting one, it's a little more expensive than the manual ones, but well worth it. It will save your hands!" —liberty
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in 12 colors).
44. An Angry Mama microwave cleaner for anyone who wants those gross, caked-on food remnants gone, minus any hard scrubbing. Just fill with vinegar and water, heat in the microwave for about seven minutes, and marvel at how effortlessly the stains from last month's tomato soup explosion wipe right off.
Promising review: "I'm embarrassed to say I hadn't cleaned my microwave in about six months. It's an awful task. I ran Angry Mama one time, wiped down easily, then ran it one more time to get it really clean. Highly recommend using it more often than once every six months for a super fast, super clean microwave!" —Kelsey
Get it from Amazon for $9.99 (available in four colors).
45. A four-tier kitchen organizer to maximize storage space, since it can slide into those wee little spaces that are likely just collecting dust. Now you'll actually be able to see the contents of your spice collection (without a bunch of crammed-in jars falling on you the way they do every time you open a cabinet).
It's perfect for things like condiments, baking ingredients, and canned goods, though many reviewers use this for their bathrooms and laundry spaces, too!
Promising review: "This is pretty fantastic. I had the exact amount of space needed to put this little pantry between my refrigerator and cabinets. It was easy to install and holds quite a lot of stuff. I put about 24 bottles of water and juice and some cereal and I still had space. Highly recommend it for small spaces." —SIMARA
Get it from Amazon for $22.66.
46. A pair of cut-resistant gloves, which will protect those precious fingies so you can chop up meats, produce, and more with confidence.
Promising review: "I bought the gloves because I had two nasty cuts in quick succession from a cheese grater. Anyone who has had injuries to their fingers knows how difficult it is to continue to do everyday activities and meal preparation while still protecting your wound. I received the gloves quickly after my order and pressed them into use immediately that evening. I am most impressed. My fingers/hands were protected from my very sharp grater and knife while I prepared dinner. I bought two pairs, one to keep and one to give as a gift. I am now going to buy a third pair in a larger size for a friend who also likes to cook but suffers from occasional run-ins with mandolines, graters, and knives. Great product!" —O'Hare
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Get it from Amazon for $9.19+ (available in sizes XS–XL and five styles).
47. A countertop dishwasher, because having a small kitchen doesn't have to mean subjecting yourself to a life of cleaning every last plate, bowl, and utensil by hand. This small but mighty machine can fit six standard place settings and comes with a hose to attach to your faucet — no complex hookup required!
It's got six different wash cycles (normal, heavy, glass, speed, eco, and rinse) and comes with an adapter to hook the included hose up to your sink.
Promising review: "My place did not have a dishwasher. I begged the landlord to install one (as most of the units have one), but he's too cheap. I loathe washing dishes by hand. There were always dirty dishes in the sink. I've had this for a couple of months now, and it is one of my best purchases in the past decade. I ran it the night it arrived and have run it virtually every night since. If you follow the directions, you can fit a decent amount inside, but it is what it is: a very compact dishwasher that comfortably fits on the countertop next to the sink, where the dish strainer used to live. It will fit underneath cabinets if they are to code. It's pretty quiet, except when it expels water into the sink, but that's only a few seconds a few times during the wash. I have never had to wash anything a second time. Ever. I rinse a little but do not believe in washing the dishes before putting them in the dishwasher. I named it ('Dishy,' because I am not that creative) and it is now a member of my family. My daughter doesn't quite grasp why I love it so much, but then again, she is 7 and has never had to do dishes. Personally, I think she's just jealous that I give it so much attention. If one were to ask me to decide between this and a PS4, I would choose this every time (and I am an avid COD player)." —HoopdySF
Get it from Amazon for $249.99 (available in white or stainless steel).
48. A kitchen measurement conversion magnet you can stick on your fridge as an easy reference whenever you must know how many tablespoons are in 1/3 cup, like, right now. No more looking it up on your phone with butter-coated hands!
Based in Plymouth, Massachusetts, 1620 Designs makes 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.
49. A very "why didn't I think of that" scrap collector that'll make cooking all the more enjoyable, since you'll be able to wipe away all of those peels and rinds as you go and keep your workspace looking nice and tidy. It hooks right over a cabinet door or drawer so any unwanted bits can just slide right in!
Promising review: "I am one of the messiest cooks in the world. When I get done, I usually have scraps around my feet where I have knocked bits of veggies off the counter. I've looked for a long time for something to take care of the problem, but everything seemed like overkill. This container is perfect. It's just the right size. I attach it in front of my belly, and all the stuff that usually hits the floor, goes in the container. Plus, I can wipe the counter into it, empty it in the trash, and pop it in the dishwasher." —Patricia Logos
Get it from Amazon for $20.60+ (available in green or gray).
50. And last but certainly not least, a cushy nonslip kitchen mat your legs will thank you for during your epic cooking marathons. It provides comfy support and helps improve circulation and posture while you're mincing garlic, washing dishes, and everything in between. Now go prop your feet up and FEAST!
Believe it or not, comfortable kitchen mats can cost way more than you'd think, but this affordable version has thousands of great reviews. It's waterproof, has a nonslip bottom, and is super easy to clean.
Promising review: "For over a year, we've been cooking more meals in our kitchen, and the tile floor is very hard on our legs when you are just standing by the sink washing and prepping foods, not to mention washing dishes, etc. This kitchen mat relieves leg fatigue. So much so, no one is complaining about it anymore. Really such a good value compared to all the other more expensive alternatives. My only advice is when you receive the mat, to put it on a flat surface and weigh the edges down for a day or two, since it has a tendency to curl up after you unpack it. Other than that, it's great." —C. Cruz
Get it from Amazon for $14.99+ (available in six sizes and nine colors).
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