Shop These 20 Best Small Kitchen Appliances to Make Your Everyday Easier
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Let’s face it—the kitchen is the busiest room in the house. It’s where you prep and cook meals, pour your coffee, get the kids’ lunches ready, and gather ‘round to catch up on the days’ events. With so much happening in one place, it’s important that everything that lives there is organized and has a purpose. That’s why these top picks for best small kitchen appliances make amazing additions to your countertops and cabinets—they work hard without eating up your storage.
Whether it’s a mini blender with the power of one twice its size; a multifunctional smart oven that can eliminate the need for other devices; or a slim espresso machine that makes mornings more bearable, these small kitchen appliances are the best-of-the-best. Keep scrolling to find the item you’ve been missing. (By the way, any of these would make a great gift for that hard-to-buy-for person on your list, too!)
01
Breville Joule Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro
Amazon
$499.95
Now here’s how you cook smarter, not harder—just ask Jonathan, who uses this appliance in his own home! Bake, air fry, broil, roast, reheat, slow cook, dehydrate, or choose from the 13 cooking functions that are all offered in this handy countertop oven. Its Element IQ system uses quartz heating elements, PID temperature control, and smart algorithms to deliver the perfect meal every time. That way, you can stop stressing about checking if your dinner is done. Just pop it in the Breville Joule and relax!
02
Beast Blender
Crate & Barrel
$164.95
From blending up your morning smoothie to crushing ice for evening margs and mincing the perfect chimichurri, this blender from Beast can do it all. The secret lies in its powerful motor, which uses an intuitive adjustable blade speed to provide the smoothest blend ever. Bonus: The standard size is already pretty small, but there’s now a mini size, too!
03
Breville BCI600XL Smart Scoop Ice Cream Maker
Amazon
$482.99
I scream, you scream, we all scream for this Breville ice cream maker. You can whip up sorbet, frozen yogurt, gelato, and ice cream with ease and it’ll automatically sense the hardness you need based on your selection. Plus, it beeps when it’s time to toss any mix-ins like chocolate or fruit, and it’ll keep your treats frozen for up to three hours. If you have a sweet tooth, it’s almost dangerous how easy this is…
04
House Gem Mug Warmer
Amazon
$25.99
For busy parents—especially those who work from home—a mug warmer is a must. There’s nothing worse than setting your morning coffee on the kitchen counter and coming back to find it ice cold. This option is affordable and has over 1,000 5-star ratings. Reviewers also like that it has several heat settings, an auto-shutoff, and a sleek wood finish.
05
Cosori Air Fryer
Amazon
$84.99
06
Dash SmartStore Stirring Popcorn Maker
Williams Sonoma
$39.95
Popcorn makers are a must-have for any movie night enthusiasts! The instructions couldn’t be easier: Just add oil and kernels, and it’ll do the rest for you. It even has steam vents that act as a butter melting tray, ensuring you don’t have any soggy bites. The best part, though, is when the popcorn’s ready, you can attach the lid, flip it over, and serve from the same bowl. And how cute is that color?!
07
Our Place Dream Cooker
Amazon
$199.00
Looking for an extra set of hands in the kitchen? You’ve found it in Our Place’s versatile multi-cooker. This small but mighty gadget can slow cook, braise, pressure cook, sauté, and warm any meal on your family’s weekly lineup, from turkey chili and pulled pork to fluffy rice and hearty stews. The best part? The 6-quart inner pot has a toxin-free nonstick coating for easy release and super simple cleanup.
08
Nostalgia Tabletop Indoor Electric S’mores Maker
Amazon
$29.59
You’ll always want s’more of this electric tabletop appliance. A huge selling point is that you can use it to enjoy treats all year long, whether that’s during a summer barbecue or a cozy winter movie night. Over 12,000 people have given it a 5-star rating, mentioning that it’s easy to clean, fun to use (especially for families with kids), and makes a great gift.
09
Fellow Stagg EKG Electric Pour-Over Kettle
Williams Sonoma
$165.00
In a small kitchen, it’s not exactly practical to constantly keep a kettle on the stove. This bite-sized electric kettle has an impressively small footprint, with a hot plate at the base that brings your water to boil in under 90 seconds. Even better, it can maintain said temperature for up to 60 minutes—no ear-piercing whistle necessary.
10
KitchenAid Cordless Hand Mixer
Amazon
$99.95
If your kitchen is so small that you need to forgo a traditional stand mixer, we have good news: This KitchenAid hand mixer can mix those brownies or cookies for you! It boasts seven speeds and two dishwasher-safe beaters, plus a cordless battery that can last you through four batches of chocolate chip cookies… and that’s a lot of cookies.
11
Anova Precision Sous Vide Cooker 3.0
Crate & Barrel
$129.95
Sous vide is one of the best chef-approved cooking strategies you can master, and bonus: It takes up such little room. With Anova’s innovative gadget—and the corresponding app—home cooks can nail the perfect medium rare on steaks, cook up indulgent pots de creme, or even poach delicate fish, all with a device no longer than a ruler.
12
Zwilling Enfinigy 2-Slice Toaster
Williams Sonoma
$169.95
In small kitchens, countertop space is often at a premium, so you want to shop small kitchen appliances that have the slimmest footprint possible. At just over 6 inches wide, this Zwilling toaster makes breakfast a cinch, with three pre-programmed settings and extra-long slots that make scoring the perfect shade on your farmer’s market sourdough easier than ever.
13
KitchenAid Artisan Mini Stand Mixer
Amazon
$299.95
Small kitchen dwellers may assume they’ll have to forgo some of the more iconic countertop appliances—but not if KitchenAid has anything to do with it! The brand made its beloved stand mixer in a smaller footprint to satisfy bakers and cooks who want to benefit from its durability and versatility. Turn to the well-known gadget to crank out everything from cookies and pastries to pasta and sausage.
14
DASH 4″ Mini Waffle Maker
Amazon
$9.99
Breakfast is ready! A waffle machine may seem like an indulgent addition to an already-cramped kitchen, but DASH’s mini-maker lets every brunch obsessive get in on the fun. This petite device is simple and functional, with a straightforward user interface that makes perfectly toasty 4-inch waffles in around five minutes.
15
Cuisinart Contact Griddler with Smoke-Less Mode
Amazon
$99.95
If your home doesn’t boast a patio or backyard, it’s easy to be bummed at the thought of all the amazing summer grilling you’re missing out on. But with Cuisinart’s smokeless griddle, you can still score that char-grilled flavor. Reversible plates that allow you to cook five different ways and powerful heating technology that brings temps up to a searing 425 degrees.
16
Nespresso Vertuo Next Coffee and Espresso Maker by De’Longhi
Amazon
$123.89
Coffee lovers, rejoice! You can still score a barista-worthy brew without a hefty countertop espresso maker, thanks to the Nespresso Vertuo Next machine. The ultra-slim design relies on the brand’s expertly formulated pods to brew coffee in a variety of different formats, including 5-, 8-, 12-, and 18-ounce coffees, as well as single and double espressos, pulled hot or over ice. The water tank is at the back for an even smaller profile.
17
DASH Rapid Egg Cooker
Amazon
$18.99
If you’re big into meal prep (especially breakfast), this is one of the best small kitchen appliances you can get! DASH’s handy egg maker will help you ensure a hefty dose of protein at each meal. This bite-sized appliance boasts the ability to boil, poach, or bake up to six eggs. It’s a helpful addition to any household where breakfast is a beloved part of every morning.
18
KitchenAid Food Chopper
Amazon
$44.99
A food processor is a worthy addition to any kitchen, and this tiny model from KitchenAid packs a serious punch. It boasts a 240-watt motor that can chop and dice its way through any ingredient. Use the two speeds or pulse option to churn out impressive homemade sauces and dips, from zesty tzatziki and chunky pico de gallo to creamy hummus.
19
Mueller Multistick 3-in-1 Immersion Handheld Blender
Amazon
$39.97
If you prefer to take prep work into your own hands, you need to add this Mueller device to your cabinets ASAP. Thanks to a slew of additional accessories, this small-kitchen-friendly appliance practically does it all, from acting as an immersion blender (smoothing soups and purees) to frothing milk for a latte and whipping cream for a cake.
20
Elite Gourmet Countertop Single Cast Iron Burner
Amazon
$16.99
Without a kitchen altogether? This effective hot plate can turn even the tiniest studio apartment (or wilderness campground) into a functioning cook space. The 1000-watt device boasts a 6-inch cast iron cooking plate and easy-to-adjust temperature controls to help you churn out grilled cheese, burgers, eggs, and anything else your tastebuds are craving.
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