I began my cooking journey in 2020 and I have never looked back. That’s not to say that I am any good, but I still try. So, I love kitchen gadgets that make either my life easier or cooking more enjoyable. Unfortunately, I don’t have the biggest kitchen, so I do have to be pretty selective with what I buy. After spending far too much time on Amazon browsing the home section, I’ve bought quite a few of these kitchen gadgets, and to say that I am obsessed is an understatement.
When I say these gadgets are super useful and totally innovative, I mean it. The minute you buy one, you’re going to find yourself using them over and over, questioning how you existed before you found them. Not to mention the fact that they make cooking easier. Whether you want a thermometer that helps nail cooking times or a cutting board that keeps the juices off your counter, these 37 kitchen gadgets are perfect for beginners.
Cook Meat Perfectly With This Digital Thermometer
Some of my favorite meals include a home-cooked burger or a nice cut of steak. But they’re not the easiest to cook. Getting the temperatures of the food just right can be a little tricky. This thermometer gives you a temp reading quickly (with high accuracy), so you know exactly when your food is ready to be eaten.
This Pizza Cutter Can Be Used On So Many Things
There’s something about this pizza cutter that makes me feel like I really have my life together. It’s extremely sharp, easy to handle, and gives you perfectly sliced pizza every single time. Plus, it can be used on pie, brownies, bread, herbs, and more.
This Cutting Board Keeps The Juices Off Your Kitchen Counter
If you like to do a lot of hosting, you need this cutting board. It has raised ridges in the center so your meat stays in place and it has deep grooves that will catch all the liquid, so you don’t have to make a mess of your countertop.
Perfect Your Recipes With These Measuring Cups
Take the guesswork out of cooking with these measuring cups. The stainless steel construction is made to last a lifetime. Plus they’re just very aesthetically pleasing and look great in your kitchen.
Protect Yourself While Cooking With This Splatter Screen
If you’ve cooked (even just once or twice), you may be familiar with spitting oil on you and your countertops. It’s painful and frustrating to clean. With this splatter screen, you can protect yourself and your kitchen. And because it has a fine mesh screen, you can still let out steam while you cook.
Keep Your Knives Off The Counter With This Knife Block
Tired of a bulky knife block on the kitchen counter? Then you need this knife block. It lies flat so you can store it in your drawer and you’d never know that it is there. It fits 11 knives so you’ll have plenty of room for your cutlery.
These Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls Are A Must Have
With six different sizes, these mixing bowls are ideal for every chef and baker–amateur or pro alike. They’re high-quality, versatile, functional, and great for all kinds of cooking.
Cool Off Your Food Quickly With These Cooling Racks
Everyone needs at least one sturdy cooling rack in their kitchen. Even if you never bake, you never know when you may need it. And because this one is so high quality, you never have to worry about it warping on you.
These Oven Mitts Are Heat Resistant And Flame Retardent
Say goodbye to third-degree burns forever with these oven mitts. They are heat-resistant, flame-retardant, and offer a non-slip grip. And because they go up higher, you’re less likely to burn your forearms.
Make The Perfect Salad With This Salad Chopper
Chopping veggies has never been easier with this chopper. All you have to do is throw your salad in a bowl and chop away. The two different blades get the job done quickly and efficiently.
Make Zoodles With Ease With The Veggetti
If you’re trying to cut down on carbs, but you’re not quite ready to give up pasta yet, you’re in luck. More and more recipes are calling for squash, carrots, or zucchini as noodles. The only downside to this creative yet delicious pasta alternative is that it’s time-consuming. Or should I say was? This veggetti allows you to quickly turn your favorite veggies into fun spirals with very little effort. So don’t stress about giving up spaghetti or alfredo quite yet.
Stir Fry Your Favorites With This Wok Pan
I use this wok pan almost every single day. Asian meals are some of my favorites, so having a big pan like this is a must. I use it to make stir-fries with rice, chicken, and veggies, and oh my god is it good.
Make The Perfect Pizza With This Pizza Stone
This pizza stone is designed to pre-heat twice as fast as other stones, so you can thoroughly cook homemade pizzas with much fast cooking times and even crispier crusts. And it has a tapered edge, making serving super easy!
Baking Bread Is A Piece Of Cake With This Loaf Pan
If you’re not a big baker but you want to start, I recommend starting with bread. They’re pretty easy to make and they’re always delicious. That’s where this loaf pan comes in. Not only is great for bread, but it is also ideal for casseroles, pasta, meatloaf, pound cake, and more.
Get Tender Meat With This Tenderizer
Tenderizing your meat before cooking it is so important. It helps it cook more evenly and allows the marinade to soak in deeper. But it also flattens it out. This meat tenderizer keeps your meat thick, while still allowing you to tenderize it to perfection. With 48 ultra-sharp stainless steel needles, it allows you to tenderize and marinade within 5-minutes. It has really never been easier.
Spread Your Marinades With This Basting Brush
If you love cooking (or just love eating), you know the importance of basting your food. Who doesn’t want those incredible flavors when you take your first bite of steak? This basting brush is a must-have for all chefs–amateurs and pros alike. You’ll be baking, BBQing, and cooking like a pro in no time.
Make Your Own Italian Dinner With This Pasta Maker
Is there anything better than homemade Italian food? There’s nothing I can think of. While it is time-consuming, it is worth it once finished. This pasta maker allows you to make your favorites in the comfort of your own home. All you need is a nice bottle of wine.
Create A Full Meal With These Casserole Dishes
Having good baking dishes like these casserole dishes is an absolute must for anyone who wants to get into cooking. The four-piece set comes in four different sizes and can be used for casseroles, pasta, bread, meats, pound cakes, and more.
Cook Eggs In An Instant With This Egg Cooker
Looking to minimize the manual labor that’s involved in cooking? I got you! This egg cooker is as easy as it gets. It can cook omelettes rolls, frittatas, cinnamon rolls, and more.
This Cast Iron Skillet Is Pre-Seasoned
As someone who is a big camper, I have cooked a lot of meals on this cast iron skillet. It comes with me on every trip and I love using it for cooking steaks and other miscellaneous meals. It does such a good job of cooking meats, bringing out all of the flavors beautifully.
This Rolling Pin And Mat Is Perfect For Pastries
If you’re looking to do any baking, you definitely need this rolling pin and mat. The mat itself has measurements on it, so you’ll always bake the perfect-sized pastry. Plus, the rolling pin is made of stainless steel, which helps it glide across the dough perfectly.
This Knife Set Is The Epitome Of Sleek
Want to make all of your slicing a little easier? Then get this knife set. The 10-piece set will slice easily through any meat, fish, or bread with ease. Throw away your old blunt knives and never look back.
Nail Air Frying Your Food With This Cheat Sheet
I just got an air fryer for Christmas and I have never been more excited to use it. However, I have no clue what I’m doing. That’s why I love this cheat sheet. It tells you how to cook your favorite foods from frozen nuggets to mozarella sticks to potatoes to meatballs.
Prep Your Ingredients With Ease With This Chopper
Chop and slice veggies with ease with this chopper. It has four interchangeable blades that connect to the lid, so all of your vegetables go straight into the tray without the mess. And the fact that you can keep them in there if you have extras is an added bonus.
This Garlic Press Allows You To Prep Multiple Cloves At Once
I love garlic, yet I hate peeling and chopping it. So, of course, I’m stoked on things like this garlic press. Amazon user Mahlon reviewed it saying, “I have crushed so much garlic since my new garlic press arrived that I don’t think I’ll be seeing any vampires again any time soon. I love this thing. Pop in a peeled clove and, presto!”
Nail Your Recipes With This Food Scale
One of the most time-consuming parts of cooking is measuring everything out. With this kitchen scale, you can cut prep time in half while accurately measuring out ingredients.
Complete Your Fiesta With This Tortilla Press
If you get those taco trays I mentioned earlier, then you most definitely need this tortilla press too. The cast-iron plates are engineered to avoid pinching, giving you evenly cooked tortillas every time. Make your own quesadillas, empanadas, and more!
Never Over/Under Cook Your Food Again With This Precision Cooker
If you’re a beginner, I can’t recommend this precision cooker enough. It circulates water at the exact temperature required for perfectly cooked meals, n matter what you’re cooking. Not to mention the fact that it locks in moisture so you’ll never be stuck with dried-out meat.
This Hand Blender Can Be Used For So Many Things
Whether you’re whipping yourself up a smoothie first thing in the morning or cooking up a new crema recipe for your breakfast burritos, you’re going to want this hand blender. I’ve used mine for soups, salsas, single-serve protein shakes, you name it.
This Rice Cooker Makes Oatmeal, Brown Rice, White Rice, & More
Calling everyone who dislikes cooking–this rice cooker is for you. All you need is water, oatmeal, quinoa, rice, veggies, or pasta, and in less than 20 minutes, you will have a gourmet meal that is perfect for taking to the office with you.
This Electric Peeler Gets Stuff Done So Quickly
Potatoes are arguably are the best food there is. You can’t fight me on that. I mean, french fries, mashed potatoes, potatoes au gratin, tater tots–it’s all way too delicious. To prep your potatoes to make some of your favorite recipes, you need this potato peeler. It rotates, peeling the skin off as it goes, so you’re left with beautifully skinned potatoes that are just waiting to become soup. Drool.
Entertain Friends & Family With This Fondue Maker
There’s nothing quite like warm chocolate on your favorite fruits and desserts or cheese-covered pieces of bread. This fondue set is the perfect kitchen addition for anyone who loves to host dinner parties or small get-togethers. Use it to melt chocolate for dipped pretzels, Oreos, cake pops, fruits, and more.
This Cheese Grater Will Have You Feeling Like You’re At An Italian Restaurant
Make yourself feel like you’re in a high-end Italian restaurant with this cheese grater. Use it with parmesan, chocolate, nuts, and more. If you ever host guests, they’ll be so impressed.
Make Delicious Sandwiches With This Panini Press
I absolutely love making paninis. I used to make them on my stove until I got this panini press which has taken my sandwich game up a notch. I use it to make the most epic grilled cheeses but I also love using it to make mozzarella, pesto, and tomato panini. Haven’t tried it? Do it and thank me later.
Make Your Own Sushi At Home With This Kit
I recently got into sushi and as someone who is trying to make my own food, I figured why not make my own sushi? It’s never been easier with this kit. It has two rolling mats, a rice spreader, a rice paddle, and five pairs of chopsticks, along with an easy-to-follow e-book!
This Peeler Is Great When You Need Precision
For jobs that are a little smaller than the potatoes I mentioned earlier, try out this small handheld peeler. It easily peels fruits and veggies and it has a second blade that slices them into long strips–perfect for that sushi I mentioned earlier.
Sift, Strain, And Rinse With This Strainer
I’m doing everything in my power to incorporate more fruits and veggies into my diet. My least favorite part about enjoying these healthy foods and meal prepping is getting everything washed. This strainer holds six quarts of fruits, veggies, pasta, and so on, making cooking and cleaning easier than ever. And it won’t take up space in your cabinets since the handles extend.