I began my cooking journey in the heart of the pandemic and I’ve never looked back. That’s not to say that I am any good, but I still try. And it’s something that I’ve grown to enjoy doing, so I’d say that’s progress. I’m a big fan of kitchen gadgets that make life easier or cooking more enjoyable. Unfortunately, I have a pretty small kitchen, so I have to be pretty selective with what I buy. Amazon makes that very hard to do since there are so many great gadgets.
When I say these gadgets are useful and totally innovative, I mean it. I promise you that the minute you use them, your life will never be the same. In fact, you may even question how you existed without them. Oh, and did I mention that they make cooking easier? Whether you want a thermometer that helps you cook the perfect burger or a charcuterie board for all of the entertaining you do, these 37 kitchen gadgets will change your life–and you probably didn’t even know they existed.
Keep Your Fridge Organized With These Bins
There’s nothing I love more than an organized refrigerator, and with these bins, staying organized has never been easier. The set of 6 includes multiple different sizes, so you can hold everything from condiments, cans, yogurts, eggs, meats, snacks, and more.
This Pizza Cutter Can Be Used On Pretty Much Anything
This pizza cutter makes me feel like a professional chef. And if you know me, that’s saying a lot since I’m far from it. It’s sharp, easy to use, and gives you perfectly sliced food every single time. Not only does it work on pizza, but it can also be used on desserts like brownies and cakes, bread, herbs, and more.
Get Perfectly Cooked Food With This Thermometer
Home-cooked burgers, chicken, and steak are some of my favorite meals. But I know they’re not the easiest to cook–especially when it comes to getting the temperature right. This thermometer gives you a temp reading in as little as three seconds (with high accuracy), so you know exactly when your food is ready.
Scrape Off Dried Food With The Scrigit
I’m going to admit something a little embarrassing and you’re not allowed to judge me. I don’t have a dishwasher, and I’m usually pretty busy during the week. So there are times when dishes sit in my sink for a couple of days before I get around to them. I’m working on it, but it happens. That’s when I rely on the Scrigit. It helps get dried food off pots, pans, and plates, making them easier to wash.
Clean Your Water Bottles With These Bottle Brushes
This is your friendly reminder to wash your emotional support water bottle (you know which one I’m talking about). I promise you it’s so easy with these bottle brushes. The set comes with brushes of all different shapes and sizes, so you can make sure every bottle, mug, and glass you own is sparkling clean.
This Strainer Is Ideal For Small Kitchens
All I eat is pasta. I wish I was joking. It’s my favorite meal to eat, plus it’s super easy to cook. If you’re the same way, then you understand that straining the pasta can be a pain. This is especially true if you use a bulky strainer that takes up most of your sink. With this strainer, you can free up cabinet space and drain your food with little to no effort.
Open Bottles With Ease With This Opener
If you have weak wrists, arthritis, or just struggle to open cans and bottles from time to time, you need this opener. It helps you open them with ease by giving you leverage, so you won’t be left in pain.
Avoid Oil Burns With This Splatter Screen
There’s nothing that hurts worse than an oil burn while cooking. Who wants hot oil spraying on them while they prepare their favorite meals? Not me. Luckily, this splatter screen exists. It prevents greasy messes and protects your hands and face.
Use This Jar Opener For Finicky Jars
Who needs to go to the gym and get stronger when you can use this jar opener instead? Place it under your cabinet, slide a jar into the V-shaped socket, and watch how easily the lid pops off–no matter how stubborn the jar is.
Make Delicious Small Ice Cubes With This Ice Tray
Those tiny little ice cubes are my favorite. And now you can make them at home with these ice trays. They’re perfect to use for your favorite cocktails, soda, or coffee. Once you try it out, you’ll never go back.
Get The Most Of Your Condiments With The Spatty
Stop wasting condiments and sauces and use the Spatty instead. It gets down into those hard-to-reach places of cans and bottles, so you can get the last of that ketchup bottle in your fridge before having to go get a new one.
Make Your Own Layered Beer At Home With This Layering Tool
If you’re tired of drinking the same old beer or cocktail, then use this layering tool! With it, you can create delicious combinations like the Black and Tan (Guinness and Bass Ale), Black and Blue (Guinness and Blue Moon), and more.
One Amazon user reviewed it saying, “As a bartender, one should know how to pour layered drinks without this device. I, however, cannot! This product is awesome. It pours the perfect Black & Tan, Snake Bite, and shots too. You just have to place it properly.”
Get Perfectly Poached Eggs With These Egg Cups
When it comes to eggs, I usually make mine scrambled or over-medium. But I’m always willing to learn new ways. So I was stoked to come across these egg cups. All you have to do is oil them up, fill them with your egg, drop them in boiling water, and cook for a few minutes. Poached eggs have never been easier.
These Baking Mats Are Ideal For Making Cookies And Desserts
I absolutely swear by these baking mats for all of my baking needs. While I’m not a huge fan of macaroons (and am also not a good enough of a baker to make my own), they do have piping patterns on them if that’s what you’re looking to make. If not, the patterns are also great for cookies!
Preserve Your Drinks With These Can Lids
I am the queen of opening beverages only to leave them unfinished on the counter. They immediately lose their carbonation and I end up having to throw them away. Talk about a waste of money. With these can lids, you can not only keep your drinks bubbly, but you can also keep bugs out when you’re spending time outside.
Become Your Own Barista With This Milk Frother
If you’re a big coffee drinker (like me), then you need this frother. While it may not look like much, the handheld device gives you nice frothed milk in a matter of seconds. All you have to do is warm up your milk, turn it on, and voila. I personally use it on warmed-up oat milk and it is 10/10.
Handle Grease With Care With This Grease Container
Although I am not a huge bacon eater, I definitely use a lot of cooking oil. With this grease container, you can hold the oil to use for other items you’re cooking. For example, use leftover bacon grease on your eggs, pancakes, or biscuits to give it a little extra flavor.
Store Your Fruit In These Bins
Prewash your fruits before eating them with the help of these bins. They allow you to wash all of your fruit and then store it in the fridge while keeping it organized and clean. All you have to do is pull it out and snack.
Make Your Own Fruit Infused Water With This Water Bottle
Start your mornings right with some lemon water. This water bottle lets you make your own fruit-infused water that you can take on the go when you’re in a rush. Add things like strawberries, lemon, orange, cucumber, mint, and more.
Feel Like A Pro With This Cream Whipper
Want to wow your friends and family when you serve them your famous hot chocolate or mouth-wateringly delicious cupcakes? Use this whipped cream dispenser. Everyone will think that you went to a bakery–that’s how pretty it’ll make your food.
Stop Spending Money On Coffee And Use This Cold Brew Maker
I hate to admit it, but I used to spend a ridiculous amount of money at Starbucks. I’m talking multiple times a week. And although those coffees are only $5, they add up. Luckily, you can easily make your own at home with this cold brew maker. It produces multiple servings that you can keep in your fridge and enjoy for a few days since it keeps it so fresh. Doesn’t get much easier than that.
This Popper Cooks Popcorn And Doubles As A Bowl
Is there anything better than a movie night with popcorn and candy? I can’t think of much. I love this popcorn popper because you can just throw in your kernels and throw it in the microwave. The silicone helps distribute the heat evenly, so you get tasty popcorn in even less time. Plus it has handles, making it an easy-to-use bowl straight out of the microwave.
Get Restaurant Quality 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!
This Rolling Pin Works So Well
Whether you’re making pizza with homemade dough or baking your favorite cookies, a rolling pin is a must. This one is made of stainless steel, making rolling super simple because you don’t need oil. And it’s non-porous, making it very easy to clean.
Make Pasta In The Microwave With The Fasta Pasta
Remember how I said I’m a pasta addict and eat it pretty much every day? Well half of the time I do, I use the Fasta Pasta to cook it. With it, you can heat your pasta in the microwave and get al dente deliciousness in minutes. No more waiting for water to boil or pasta stuck to the pot.
Protect Your Hands With These Oven Mitts
Burning yourself while taking something out of the oven is truly painful. And happens a lot more than one would want. But fear not. With these oven mitts, those days are over. Thanks to their silicone makeup, you can handle items that are up to 450º. That’s right, you’re basically invincible. And the cotton lining won’t make your hands sweaty.
Stay Organized With This Wall Rail
I hate digging through my cabinets to find the pots and pans I need to cook. This wall rail gets rid of the scavenger hunt and makes finding exactly what you need super easy. Each rail comes with 15 S-hooks, so you can hang whatever cookware or utensils you want.
Use These Containers For Your Veggies
Organize your snacks easily with these containers. The three-piece variety pack has lids, making for easy stacking, and they have adjustable vents to help regulate airflow and control humidity. This means your food will stay fresh for up to two weeks!
This Knife Block Is Magnetic
Tired of an ugly, bulky knife block on the kitchen counter? Then you need this knife block. It lies virtually flat up against a wall and is magnetic, so your knives stay in place. It even fits 15 knives, so you’ll have plenty of room for your cutlery.
This Drying Mat Is Durable And Heat Resistant
Make doing dishes a little more enjoyable with this drying mat. It’s oversized shape is perfect for pots, pans, glasses, silverware, and more. Plus, it’s designed with raised line ridges to maximize air flow, so your dishes will be dryer faster.
This Charcuterie Board Set Is Super Handy
I’m a firm believer that everyone should own a charcuterie board set like this one when they become an adult. You never know when you’re going to be entertaining guests, and one of the easiest ways to impress them is to put out meats, cheeses, and wine. And it just looks fancy.
Get Finely Chopped Veggies, Nuts, And Herbs With This Chopper
Chopping veggies, herbs, and other foods has never been easier thanks to this chopper set. All you have to do is throw your food onto the included cutting board and chop away. The sharp blade gets the job done quickly and efficiently.
Make The Perfect Cup Of Tea With This Teapot
The weather may be slowly warming up, but that won’t stop me from cozying up with a cup of tea every night. This teapot saves you the step of steeping your tea by allowing you to do so in the teapot as it warms up. It’s perfect for brewing 3-4 cups of tea, making it the ideal choice for tea parties with friends.
This Taco Holder Is Too Fun
If you want to step up your dinner presentations, or you host a lot of taco Tuesdays, you need this taco holder. It holds up to 3 tacos, so you can finish yours off with all of the toppings you want. It even has room for rice and beans and the wheels are perfect for holding your salsa and guac. Pair it with some margaritas, and you’ve got yourself one fun fiesta
Brew Your Own Kombucha With This Kit
I’m a die-hard kombucha fan. I love the way that it helps my gut, and it tastes yummy. But because I’ve become addicted, my wallet is hurting. It’s not a cheap thing to keep buying! Now with this kit, you can make your own kombucha at home, so you can save a little extra money. Just remember to be patient–it may take a few tries to perfect the art.
This Kettle Lets You Set The Temperature
Stop microwaving your water for tea and hot chocolate and use this electric kettle instead. Its accurate variable temperature presets to ensure that your coffee is never burnt, so you’ll get the perfect cup every single time.
Avoid Sticky Messes With This Syrup Dispenser
How adorable is this syrup dispenser? It not only is cute to look at, but it also does a great job of keeping sticky syrups from spilling all over your countertops and tables. Just add your favorite syrup or topping and add it to your food!