I didn’t grow up in a household that was big on cooking. My parents had their go-to’s and we’d usually stick to those. Because of that, I was never a book cook myself. All throughout college, my go-to was boxed mac and cheese and frozen meals. It wasn’t until these past couple of years that I learned to appreciate the art of cooking. Not only is cooking itself therapeutic, but nothing beats a home-cooked meal that you worked hard over. It feels so rewarding to sit down and savor a meal that you put all of your energy into.
Whether you’re a beginner who’s looking to improve your skills or you’re a pro who has been cooking for years, Amazon has so many cooking tools that make cooking more enjoyable. From meat tenderizers to professional knives to kits used for oyster shucking or making your own sushi, I’m rounding up 37 Amazon cooking gadgets that everyone will love using, no matter what skill level.
Open Cans with Ease with This Can Opener
Let’s be honest, can openers can be a pain in the butt. No matter how hard you try to get the perfect clean edge, things usually end up jagged. Not to mention the fact that half the time the manual openers just don’t work altogether. This can opener solves all those problems by doing all of the work for you. The tilted blade cuts along the edge flawlessly (without touching your food), all with the press of a button.
Make Your Own Veggie Pasta with This Chopper
As someone who is trying to incorporate more veggies into her diet, I’m always looking for sneaky ways. My current obsession is veggie noodles. And now, with this chopper, I can make my own at home in seconds. It turns any veggie you can think of into noodles for the perfect healthy pasta dish. It can also be used to chop and cut potatoes, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, and more.
Avoid Oil Burns with This Splatter Screen
I love cooking. But I hate when the oil spits at me, leaving me with burns. Who knew something so simple could be so dangerous? With this splatter screen, you can avoid burns while still cooking your favorite dishes. The mesh is big enough to prevent splatter yet small enough to allow steam to be released.
Save Your Wrists with This Jar Opener
I live alone, which means I don’t have a big tough man to open my jars for me. But I am fiercely independent, so I’m all about doing things myself. And this jar opener helps me do just that. It attaches to the bottom of your cabinets and allows you to open everything from peanut butter to pickles.
Your Kids Are Going to Love This Sandwich Cutter
Growing up, Uncrustables were my lunch of choice. And now, as a 28-year-old, I still love them. While you could go buy the overly processed, full-of-sugar snack, you can also make your own at home with this sandwich cutter. It comes with two different sandwich sizes and a sealer, so you can make healthier Uncrustables at home in a matter of minutes.
Every Chef Needs These Mixing Bowls
Every kitchen needs a good set of mixing bowls like these. Whether you’re a beginner or a pro, these will make cooking and baking a piece of cake. The set of four is made of high-quality stainless steel that retains chilled temps while also protecting your hands from extreme temperatures.
Make Your Own Creme Brulee with This Butane Torch
My absolute favorite dessert is creme brulee. When I was in France a couple of years ago, it was all I ate. Unfortunately, it’s a hard dessert to come by here in the states. That’s why I got this butane torch, so I can make my own! Not only is it great for the tasty sweet treat, but it’s also ideal for searing meat, smoking cocktails, melting cheese, and more.
Get Perfectly Flat Dough with This Rolling Pin
Made of durable white marble, this rolling pin is not only beautiful but also incredibly useful. If you enjoy baking, you know the importance of a good pin to ensure that your dough is the perfect consistency. With over 6,000 reviews, this one is loved by many thanks to its ability to keep dough cool and clean.
These Spatulas Are Super Versatile
This may seem like an extremely small kitchen addition, but I promise it’s worth it. The set of four spatulas can be used for spreading frosting, sauteing, mixing, scooping, scraping out containers, and more. I absolutely swear by mine.
This Oil Sprayer Makes Cooking Easy
I got an air fryer this past Christmas and it is my new favorite gadget. I bought this oil sprayer to go with it and it has made my life exponentially easier. I fill it with my favorite olive oil and spray as needed, leaving me with just the right amount of oil and, more importantly, no mess. Use it for air frying, grilling, baking, and more.
Keep Your Counters Clean with This Utensil Rest
There’s nothing worse than a freshly cleaned kitchen that gets dirty immediately after cooking. Yet it happens all the time thanks to cooking utensils. You stir your food and then have a messy counter within seconds. With this utensil rest, you can keep your counters spotless. And the best part is that it can hold up to four utensils, so you’re covered for even the biggest messes.
Keep Your Ingredients Fresh with These Containers
I am all about keeping my pantry organized and my ingredients as fresh as possible for as long as possible. And these containers give you both. The twelve-piece set is perfect for your dry ingredients–from rice to flour to cereal.
Impress Your Friends and Family with This Tube Pan
Not only can you make a delicious bundt cake in this tube pan, but you can also make tasty monkey bread, ooey-gooey mac and cheese, and even roast a chicken. That’s right, it’s a pan that is multi-functional and so easy to use.
Protect Your Hands with These Silicone Oven Mitts
Made of heat-resistant and flame-retardant silicone, these oven mitts will ensure that you never suffer from kitchen burns ever again. They rest higher up on the arm, offering you more protection, and can withstand heat up to 450ºF.
Make Your Favorite Bread with This Loaf Pan
Baking bread is one of my favorite weekend activities. Not only is it easy to do (and this is coming from someone who is not a big baker/chef), but it’s also oddly therapeutic. Plus it makes your home smell incredible. No baking would be complete without a high-quality loaf pan.
Flour Surfaces Easily with This Dusting Wand
To impress your friends and family with your desserts, you need this dusting wand. Simply add your sugar and dust all of your baked goods and you’ll look like a true pro. It’s also great for dusting your counters with flour!
This Cutting Board Is Great for Cutting and Hosting
Whether you’re preparing a charcuterie board for a girl’s night or chopping veggies for a salad, this cutting board is super handy. Not only is it the perfect surface for displaying or cutting food, but it also has two food prep trays that make disposing of food a breeze.
This Knife Block Doesn’t Take Up Too Much Space
I’ve been in the market for a new knife block that isn’t bulky and won’t take up too much space on my kitchen counter. When I saw this one, you can bet I immediately added it to my cart. Its sleek design saves you plenty of space and its magnetic surface makes accessing your knives extremely easy. There’s a reason it’s Amazon’s choice.
Make Your Own Sushi with This Kit
To take your cooking to the next level, try to make your own sushi with this kit. It has everything you need to make your favorite rolls, including a sushi bazooka, two bamboo mats, a paddle, a spreader, a sushi knife, and chopsticks. While it may seem complex, I promise it’s perfect for beginners.
This Cast Iron Skillet Can Be Used for So Many Things
I am an avid camper and I won’t go on a camping trip without my cast iron skillet. Not only is it extremely useful for camping food, but it’s also one of my favorite ways to cook steak. No matter what you use it for, you’ll be left with dishes that are packed full of flavor.
Get Perfectly Tender Meat with This Tenderizer
Whether you’re thinning out pork chops or tenderizing filets, this meat tenderizer makes the job easy. The sturdy grip ensures that it won’t go flying out of your hand, and it’s double-sided (with one flat side and one spiked side) for optimum convenience.
These Paring Knives Are Perfect for Fruit
Summertime means cocktail time in my house. And no cocktail is complete without some fresh garnish. I’m talking restaurant-quality drinks, after all. From Aperol spritzes to fresh margs, I use these paring knives to peel and slice fresh produce. Don’t let their small size fool you though. They’re also sturdy enough to use on meat.
Get Thinly Sliced Cheese with This Slicer
Although you could go out and buy pre-sliced cheese, if you’re looking for the freshest, most gourmet cheese, you’re most likely going to have to buy a block. But that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy slices! This slicer glides effortlessly through blocks, so you can make beautiful cheese platters, burgers, and sandwiches.
Meal Prep with These Containers
I’ve come to the conclusion that the only way that I am going to eat healthier is if I meal prep. it’s not the most exciting thing but it works. To do so, I use these containers. The 12-piece set comes with a variety of shapes and sizes, so you can store anything and everything you need. And they’re entirely safe to transfer from the freezer to the oven.
Cook Rice Efficiently with This Rice Cooker
With over 25,000 reviews, this rice cooker is an Amazon favorite for a reason. It perfectly prepares 2-6 cups of cooked rice while also steaming meat and veggies at the same time–all with a touch of a button. It doesn’t get much easier than that.
This Pasta Maker Is Ideal for Italian Night
No true Italian dinner is complete without homemade pasta. While it’s not the easiest process, it’s worth it. And this pasta maker helps you make a truly authentic dish that is sure to dazzle. With seven different thickness options, you can make everything from spaghetti to linguine.
Breakfast Lovers Need This Griddle
Breakfast is arguably the best meal of the day. Eggs, pancakes, waffles, and bacon–how does it get any better than that? To perfect your breakfast, you need this griddle. The non-stick surface helps you cook more at one time than a regular pan and it has easy heat control, so you never have to worry about over or under-cooking your food.
Keep Your Knives in Tip-Top Shape with This Sharpener
Just because your knives are dull doesn’t mean that you have to throw them out. Revive dull knives with this 4-in-1 knife sharpener. The 1st diamond rod repairs and straightens, the 2nd sharpens, and the 3rd fine tunes for a flawlessly clean polish. And the easy-to-grip handle ensures that no accidents happen while you sharpen!
Turn Your Instant Pot into an Air Fryer with This Lid
As I mentioned earlier, my air fryer is my absolute favorite kitchen gadget right now. If you don’t feel like spending the money on one and already have an instant pot, you’re in luck. This lid turns your pressure cooker into an air fryer in seconds, saving you money and counter space!
This Ravioli Mold Is Quick and Easy to Use
If you’re having an Italian night and you’re not in the mood for spaghetti, try out this ravioli mold. In four simple steps, you get stuffed cheesy ravioli that will have you feeling like you’re sitting in a small restaurant on the coast of Italy. Date night, anyone?
This Chef’s Knife Is Going to Become Your Go-To
The more confident I become in the kitchen, the more I understand why high-quality knives are so important. They make the world of a difference when chopping and slicing foods. This chef’s knife is definitely going to be my next kitchen purchase because of how versatile it is. And for under $20, you can’t beat the price.
Avoid a Sticky Situation with This Syrup Dispenser
This syrup dispenser would go great with that griddle that I mentioned earlier… just saying. Fill it with honey, syrup, or hot fudge, and cover your breakfast, sandwiches, or desserts without having to worry about sticky surfaces or fingers.
This Corer Is Ideal for Summer
I may live in the desert, but eating pineapple makes me feel like I’m laying on the beaches of Hawaii. I can’t get enough. Sure, stores do sell pre-cut pineapple, but it’s more expensive. And it’s not necessary to pay the price for it when this corer exists. It gives you ready-to-eat pineapple within seconds, without the struggle. You can even use the unharmed exterior as a cocktail glass.
This Oyster Shucking Kit Is Essential for Coastal Living
Oysters are a coastal must-have for dinner parties, and if you want to shuck like a pro, use this shucking kit. It comes with a stainless steel knife and a small leather carrying case, so you can take it with you everywhere for all of your shucking needs.
Shred Meat in Seconds with These Claws
With the weather warming up, it’s the perfect time to host a barbeque. There’s nothing better than pulled pork sandwiches and a day by the pool. To make the most of your grilling (and avoid making a mess), use these claws to easily shred pork, chicken, and beef for the ultimate summertime meal.
Surprise Your Kids with This Pancake Pan
Something about a silly-shaped breakfast makes it that much more fun to eat. And your kids will get a kick out of this pancake pan. It features seven different auto-themed designs, from a police car to a dump truck.
Make Your Own Guac with This Mortar And Pestle
Guac is another favorite poolside snack of mine. And I prefer the homemade stuff. That’s why I use this mortar and pestle more often than you’d expect. It’s perfect for spices, grains, teas, garlic, and more. Make your own sauces, dips, seasoning, and more.