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A LoafNest artisan bread kit if you dream of bakery-level loaves without kneading, fussing, or pretending you understand hydration percentages. It's a bit of a splurge up front, but you'll save in the long run by skipping the $9 sourdoughs and making your own crusty masterpieces at home, no stand mixer required.
View in listA corn stripper so you can get the kernels off the cob in mere seconds. Corn is a spring/summer staple (even though it’s in season all the way to September!) so give yourself a break and use this to instantly give you all the kernels that you desire.
View in listA garlic chopper to take on the time-consuming task of chopping or mincing garlic. You put up to five regular-size cloves in it and then use your hand to roll this thing on any smooth surface, and it chops it all up in a matter of seconds. If you want to mince it, you keep rolling for maybe 10 more seconds. It's seriously the best!
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1. A mandoline slicerto actually prioritize your fingers, not just your julienne game. It's got built-in safety features so the stakes aren't so high every time you want to cut a vegetable. Plus, it'll help you breeze through bulk produce prep — so you can buy the cheaper whole veggies instead of the pre-sliced stuff that costs more and dies faster.
Promising review:"I was looking for a new and better way to slice up my weekly meal prep of summer sausage and block cheese. Previously I was using a wire string block and this thing blows it out of the water. It is so easy to operate, almost effortless. the spring loaded slicer makes it a quick breeze to slice and dice. I felt safe operating it. Its easy to clean by hand or toss in the dishwasher. I also like that it isn't big and bulky so it doesn't take up a lot of room to store in the cupboard either. Bonus find was that it comes with suction cups in the bottom of the base so it's extra sturdy and doesn't move when in use. Great value for the price, size, and versatility. 10/10 would recommend." —Amazon Customer
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in five colors).
2. Someherb scissorsbecause tearing basil by hand is cute until you're five leaves in and already over it. With five sharp blades, these snip through herbs like it's nothing: no cutting board, no cleanup, nothing!
Promising review: "These are sharp and work well. I like how it cuts three pieces at a time so you can cut your herbs faster. I actually got them because we use a lot of green onion and these work well to cut that. They are easy to clean, too. They are lightweight and sturdy." —Nederland*brasil
Get it from Amazon for $6.59.
3. An air fryer toaster combo that does the job of 10 appliances without hogging all your space *or* your paycheck. It bakes, broils, roasts, toasts, air fries, and five other things your oven swore it could do, but slower, sweatier, and for way more money. (Electricity isn't cheap!) It's compact so it fits on your counter, comes in fun colors, and uses waaay less energy than the big oven.
Promising review: "We love our new toaster oven. It heats evenly and the air fryer works super well. It’s a perfect size for our countertop and now we don’t need to heat up the oven for potatoes or fries, etc. We bought a cheap toaster but nothing cooked evenly. This is wonderful." —Fritz from Florida
Get it from Amazon for $159.99+ (available in six colors).
4. A Fasta Pasta microwave cooker so you can make perfectly al dente noodles without babysitting a pot. Just add dry noodles, water, and pop it in the microwave — no boiling water, no straining, no stirring every other minute. It's ideal for quick lunches, solo dinners, or prepping a big batch without hogging the stove.
Promising review: "I meal prep, and I made enough pasta for six meals in 15 minutes. I love this. You put the pasta in, fill to the line, pop in the microwave & cook according to time in the instructions. Pop the lid on, drain the water. Prepare your pasta as you like. One of the best decisions I've made for my kitchen in a while. I know this will be used at least weekly. I highly recommend this little device to make life easier." —NikonWitch
Get it from Amazon for $14.99.
5. A strawberry huller because peak berry season is upon us and that means there's no time for wasteful knife work. This tiny tool plucks off the stem while leaving nearly the entire berry intact, so you're not tossing half your strawberry out every time you prep a snack, smoothie, or pie.
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Promising review: "I've used this every day since I bought it! I never know how much strawberry I was cutting off by simply cutting the tops off. This is sharp, grabs the stem easily, and with a slight twist you eliminate all of the stem and any firm part of the middle of the strawberry. My kids eat two pounds of strawberries a week so this gets a lot of use in our house and it's held up great! Easy to wash and use." —DakOdin
Get it from Amazon for $7.95.
6. A sandwich cutter and sealer so you can DIY those UnCrustables your kid keeps requesting. It cuts and seals each one like the store-bought kind, but without the pricey markup.
Promising review: "Absolutely worth every penny! It saves me so much time! I have four kids (two of them being twin 2-year-olds), and making crustless PB&Js is life over here. These make it so easy to get rid of that crust in seconds and seal the sandwich to keep the jelly in! So awesome! I love that there are different sizes for smaller hands or for a regular big sandwich. These fit in the drawer great because they are flat and all stacked together. I like the square design over the round because it wastes less bread when I cut off the crust. The kids think it’s so fun to sit and watch me make them." —CheriRachelle
Get it from Amazon for $6.99+ (available in three colors, two shapes, and packs of several).
7. A garlic chopper to take on the time-consuming task of chopping or mincing garlic. You put up to five regular-size cloves in it and then use your hand to roll this thing on any smooth surface, and it chops it all up in a matter of seconds. If you want to mince it, you keep rolling for maybe 10 more seconds. It's seriously the best!
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 they 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$16.82.
8. A metal citrus squeezer because bottled juice can't compete with freshly squeezed. It presses out every last drop without spraying your eye or needing to fish out renegade seeds, *and* it'll actually help you use up that giant bag of lemons you panic-bought at Costco.
9. A silicone cake slice mold panso you can bake once and be set for the week because, yes, cake can be part of your meal prep strategy. Portion out perfect slices for snacks, lunchbox treats, or late-night "emergencies," no knife required.
Promising review: "I bake a lot of scones and having this mold ensures an attractive, consistently sized result. It is sturdier than many silicone molds I use, but still is flexible, so I place a pan underneath. The fact it is silicone also saves money since I don't have to use parchment paper. You can literally pop out the scone, and cleanup is simple by hand or dishwasher, although I think better by hand." —Anne Snyder
Get it from Amazon for$9.99.
10. A convenient sandwich maker if turning on the stove for a simply grilled cheese feels dramatic. This little press cranks out honey, melty sandwiches in minutes, using way less energy than your stovetop or oven. It's perfect for fast lunches, picky kids, or anyone trying to resist the siren song of overpriced paninis.
11. A rotating 2-in-1 colander and washing basketbecause, respectfully, we could all use a little extra help in the kitchen. Make one of those "easy weeknight dinner" recipes truly easy with a genius product like this.
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Promising review: "We all know the fun of straining noodles, etc. Whoever came up with this was tired of doing it the old-fashioned way, just like my wife and I. This is a great idea, the strainer is designed to tip out of the way without falling out. Dishwasher safe, though we did use the top rack. I can recommend this product without hesitation! Thanks to the brains behind the design!" —Gary Wood
Get it from Amazon for $13.
12. A LoafNest artisan bread kit if you dream of bakery-level loaves without kneading, fussing, or pretending you understand hydration percentages. It's a bit of a splurge up front, but you'll save in the long run by skipping the $9 sourdoughs and making your own crusty masterpieces at home, no stand mixer required.
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LoafNest is a family-owned small business that makes an innovative artisan bread making kit.
Promising review: "I decided to give this a shot, and lo and behold, I am amazed. The ingenuity of placing the 80% hydration dough in a nest to provide the support of the dough in lieu of gluten development is genius. I remember reading the credentials of the inventor of this product before my initial purchase, and I was impressed. A very bright and highly educated individual in physics. I took a chance and I am so glad I did. This is a great tool that will allow even the novice baker to make great breads." —George Noland
Get it from Amazon for $188.10.
13. Or a"Bread Buddy" dispenserif you prefer your bread from the store and want to make sure it stays fresh for as long as possible. The bread stays in its original bag — which prolongs its life — and dispenses one slice at a time. It's designed to stand upright, which will free up valuable countertop or fridge space.
Check out a TikTok of the Buddeez sandwich bread dispenser in action.
Promising review: "After 14 years of my kids not sealing the bread back up, we have finally found a solution to bread going stale before being used up! Not only do these prevent waste, but they also allow me to stand the loaves on end, saving valuable counter space! It's a win-win." —Katherine Anthony
Get it from Amazon for $19.99.
14. A rotary cheese grater so you can skip the weird anti-clumping coating on bagged cheese and go straight to the good melt. Just pop in your block of cheddar, crank the handle, and boom: freshly grated cheese that actually melts into a glorious, gooey pool like nature intended.
Here's an explainer on why bagged, pre-shredded cheese needs to be washed if you want it to melt evenly.
Promising review: "My family uses a lot of cheese during the week — we all love how fresh grated cheese melts and tastes. This was a game-changer for me. I had been using the old stand up mandoline-style graters and holy cow this changed everything. It's simple to use, the suction cup base is very solid, and it holds onto your countertop. You can grated so much easier with this and so fast. Clean up is easy. It stores well and is very well constructed. Don't hesitate to buy it, it's a great, quality-made product." —Don B.
Get it from Amazon for $29.99+ (available in 10 colors and with three blades or five).
15. A rocker-style pizza cutter if your current method involves kitchen shears, a butter knife, or just plain chaos. Its curved blade slices through crust in one smooth motion: no dragging or toppings lost.
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Promising review: "Took me months to find a pizza cutter of this quality. Pros: durable, large blade size, great grip, safe, and rust-resistant. Cons: none" —Natalie arnold
Get it from Amazon for $29.97+ (available in black or silver and 14" or 16").
16. A rotating whisk blenderso you can blend, froth, whisk, beat, and stiruntil your heart's content. Now, whenever you need to make a quick vinaigrette or get the egg bite party started, you'll have the perfect tool.
Check out a TikTok of the whisk in action.
Promising review: "This is one of the coolest gizmos I’ve purchased! And it works like a charm, especially for scrambled eggs. I’ve always struggled with getting the egg white and yolk blended well together. This tool does the trick. I found it most effective with liquids. Any kind of sauce or salad dressing can be well blended with this tool too." —Austin
Get it from Amazon for $11.99(be sure to clip the 20% off coupon).
17. A rapid egg cooker that'll cook up to six eggs any way you want. Poached? You got it. Hard-boiled? Done. It can even make omelets. Simply select your number of eggs and set the timer. When it's done it'll automatically shut off.
Promising review: "I love hard-boiled eggs for protein, especially when I’m on the go as a student/worker but it’s hard to wait for the water to boil then put In the eggs and get ready all at the same time. This cooker is amazing!! Saves me time, it’s quick and I don’t have to watch it while it cooks — I can go get ready and then I hear a loud buzzer notifying me when the eggs are done! (The buzzer is really loud; sounds like a basketball game buzzer.) I was surprised how fast the eggs cooked." —Megan
Get it from Amazon for $18.99+(available in nine colors).
Read more about the Dash Egg Cooker here.
18. Or anegg bite makerso you can start your mornings with something warm, protein-packed, and actually enjoyable. It cranks out perfectly fluffy little bites you can customize, batch, and stash for the week.
Check out a TikTok of the egg bite maker in action.
Psst — a lot of folks also use these for pancake and protein pancake bites!
Promising review:"I bought this in hopes to make egg bites similar to Starbucks and I have not been disappointed. I chose this one after reading reviews on the smaller four-bite size.I have used it many times and have had excellent results each time.I followed the recipe in the booklet and used a tip from another reviewer that suggested to triple the cottage cheese amount. It’s very easy to use and clean." —April124
Get it from Amazon for$34.99+(available in three colors).
19. A set of collapsible silicone microwave to-go containersthat are great for those of us who pack a lunch every day. You can fit a whole meal in one of these and then heat it up in the container. When you're done, it collapses, so it takes up less space in your bag.
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SuperDee Corp is a small business that specializes in food storage products.
Promising review: "I keep one of these in my bag at all times, and now I can bring home leftovers from restaurants and not have to deal with single-use plastic or Styrofoam-to-go containers that will just be floating around the planet a thousand years from now. They have never leaked or spilled. They are well made, easy to open and close, and take up little space in my bag." —Kristen Nicoletti
Get a set of four from Amazon for $24.95.
20. A handheld veggie spiralizer so you can turn zucchini, carrots, and more into fun, twirly noodles whenever the mood strikes. It's an easy way to mix things up, add more veggies to your meals, and stretch your produce haul a little further.
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Promising review: "I purchased this little guy to see if it was practical for me to make my own zucchini noodles at home without investing a lot ofmoney, and I’m not disappointed. I also really hate owning kitchen appliances that only serve one purpose, but I figured this was small and inconspicuous enough that it was worth the small amount ofmoneyinvested. It really works great too. Very straight forward, you just stick the vegetable in, twist it clock wise, and voilà: spiralized vegetables." —Pupper
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
21. An Instant Pot because meal prep doesn't have to take over your entire Sunday. It speeds through big batches of chili, shredded chicken, rice, beans — whatever you want to portion out and not think about again until Thursday. Toss it in, walk away, and come back to a week's worth of tasty meals.
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This thing does it all: pressure cook, slow cook, cook rice, steam, sauté...it even makes yogurt.
Promising review: "This is quite possibly the coolest, most versatile kitchen gadget I’ve ever owned. I love it so much that I’ve purchased two more for friends and relatives. What can it do? I think the real question is, 'What can’t it do?' I truly believe you could replace every cooking appliance (including your oven and stove top) and do EVERYTHING in the Instant Pot. I purchased two sizes for my own use: the 3-quart (which is my almost-every-day workhorse for two-person dishes) and the 8-quart (which I bring out to handle my dinner party dishes). Everything I’ve tried has been fabulous. In the realm of kitchen appliances, there is no better investment than the Instant Pot. Highly recommended!!!" —Stereoman
Get it from Amazon for $79.95.
22. A pasta maker that streamlines the rolling, thinning, and cutting so you can go from dough blob to fettuccine with way less effort. With adjustable settings and a hand crank that actually cooperates, this handy tool takes the grunt work out of fresh pasta. Store-bought stuff adds up fast, so if you're team carb, this thing pays for itself faster than you can say "penne for your thoughts."
Nuvantee is a small business that makes sleek kitchen appliances and tools.
Promising review: "I’ve wanted to make my own pasta ever since my first trip to Italy. But, frankly, I wasn’t willing to pay triple digits to delve into the hobby. So I bought this. You know what? Not disappointed. If I were inclined to complain about anything (and, honestly, I’m not so much, considering it cost me less than a decent lunch at any local establishment) I’d say that I wish I could buy more attachments for cutting the pasta. The attachment included does linguine and “spaghetti” (really more like Angel Hair). But experimenting with the thickness of my dough before cutting has resulted in a variety of textures and densities of pasta, so I really can’t even complain about that. Overall, I have been very happy with my beginner pasta journey with this little machine, and I haven’t gotten any complaints from the family. Solid buy. I recommend." —Sarah R.
Get it from Amazon for $32.99.
23. Or aPhilips compact pasta makerif you want to make fresh pasta in the easiest way possible. This model is smaller than most others on the market, which is great if you're short on storage or don't need to make a lot of pasta at once.
You can buy an additional set of discs to make angel hair, pappardelle, tagliatelle, and lasagna.
Promising review: "This is one of the best inventions ever!! My family loves pasta so we decided to try this out. 1) it is SO easy to use, my toddler can do it (with our supervision) 2) it is very easy to clean and assemble 3) I feel so much better after eating the pasta that we make verses the pasta that we buy from the store 4) the taste is fresh and so good! I highly recommend this!! We went with the smaller version since there are only four of us and that has been perfect for our family and great for storage as we don't have a lot of extra storage space. Stop thinking about it and JUST BUY IT!!" —Tiffany
Get it from Amazon for $175.31+(available in black or white).
24. ADeli ProKeeperso your turkey slices don't turn into sad, slimy folds by day three. This one's built to keep deli meats and cheeses fresher for longer, with an airtight seal and grooved bottom that helps prevent sogginess.
Promising review: "I bought this because I have the outlandish idea that my refrigerator will look just like those on TikTok, but I am pleasantly surprised to find that it keeps my cold cuts fresher for much longer than expected. It's large enough to hold a pound or more of cold cuts or cheese, which is a bonus. The sealing technology is superb and strong. At one point, I almost could not open the container due to the seal being so airtight. Not only does this product look good in my fridge, but it is saving me money, so definitely a win-win for me." —IrishEyes
Get it from Amazon for $21.95 (available in three styles).
25. An easy-to-use blender that can chop, mix, blend, whip, grind, and more. And because of its tiny size, it's the perfect fit for single servings like a smoothie or cup of salsa.
Promising review: "I work in a vegan restaurant and use these once in a while for small amounts of dressings. So when I was in the market for a personal blender for smoothies and dressings/sauces for two, I knew I wanted this ... and boy, does it deliver! I love prepping the smoothies the night before in the containers. It's the perfect size for a small apartment, and it easily stores in the cabinet if you need to clear off the countertop." —Bernadette
Get it from Amazon for $39.88(available in black or silver).
26. A 2-in-1 kitchen scale and measuring cupto feed two birds with one scone. Cookbooks and pro chefs all say the best and most accurate way to bake is to weigh and measure your ingredients, so now you can do both with just one product. Win!
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Promising review: "This scale with a built-in cup is the best thing for my baking tools. No more whipping out 1,000,000 cups. Also, [rather than] always trying to figure out grams or cups, now I just press a button, and it tells me I love this." —Corin lonigro
Get it from Amazon for $22.98(available in three colors).
27. Abrownie dividing panthat'll ensure all your brownies are perfectly shaped. Plus, you can customize each brownie's topping without worrying it'll spill over to the next one.
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BuzzFeed Shopping staffer Emma Lord has this and LOVES it: Um, I'm obsessed with this pan. I make those gooey three-layer brownies that are cookie dough on the bottom, Oreos in the middle, and either brownie or Nutella on top, and I famously underbake them because salmonella doesn't apply to me. Which is to say, usually when I make these, it's a big gooey mess, and my friends have to dig in with a spoon, and it's less inviting for guests to take one.With this tray it was SO easy to put the batter in, stick the divider on top, and bake individual small bars. it was completely nonstick, and it was easy to pull the divider out once everything was cooked. The uniform brownies were a huge hit at a party!
Get it from Amazon for $29.99.
28. A set of fruit and vegetable containers that keeps your produce fresher for way longer, so you're not tossing wilted greens and soggy berries by midweek. These have built-in vents and drainage to slow spoilage and prolong the life of your produce, because every uneaten salad is basically money in the trash.
Check out this TikTok by Selina to see them in use.
Promising review: "I love this set. I've been trying to eat breakfast more and saw them all over TikTok! These make it so much easier to clean the produce and keep it crisp! Will be getting another set!" —Jane Doe
Get it from Amazon for $30.99+ (available in three colors).
29. A corn stripper so you can get the kernels off the cob in mere seconds. Corn is a spring/summer staple (even though it’s in season all the way to September!) so give yourself a break and use this to instantly give you all the kernels that you desire.
30. Somestackable glass storage containersthat'll make meal prep easy peasy. These are microwave-, freezer-, and dishwasher safe, which means you don’t have to move your meal from the container to a plate if it needs heating up. But really, what makes these great is how much food you can fit and that they stack.
Promising review: "I love these dishes. So handy stacking. Keeps any food fresh, cool or whatever you intend them for. Fridge-, freezer-, microwave-, and dishwasher-safe. You should buy both sized large and smaller ones. I got rid of all my plastic containers. What a blessing." —TT
Get five from Amazon for $39.99.
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