Eating healthy and cooking at home can be daunting for those with hectic schedules or who may not be culinarily inclined. But the kitchen doesn’t have to be intimidating or time-consuming! There are plenty of products on the market specifically designed to make any at-home chef’s life a breeze. From air fryers to spiralizers, here are a few of our favorite kitchen gadgets guaranteed to get you from your kitchen to the rest of your life in a quick (and tasty!) fashion.
7 Kitchen Gadgets That Make Life Easy
NutriBullet Balance
While the NutriBullet is nothing new on our kitchen gadget radar, its newest product, NutriBullet Balance, changes the blending game. The Balance model is set apart because of its linked app, which provides recipes, nutrition data and portion control features. The app can also adjust to a variety of diets, including diabetic-friendly, weight management and heart healthy. The app syncs with your blender to measure out your ingredients as you pour, so you know exactly what’s going into your favorite smoothie. Find it for $99.99 HERE.
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What makes this NutriBullet special is its synced app that includes recipes and measurements. Image: NutriBullet
OXO Tabletop Spiralizer
Zoodles are still wildly popular, but getting those perfect ribbons can be a challenge. OXO’s tabletop spiralizer suctions to your counter for easy prep work and includes three blades to make nearly any dish you could imagine. Try curly sweet potato fries, zucchini fritters or ribbon-cut apples for a pie that’s sure to please! Find it for $39.99 HERE.
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Spiralizers are great for making low-carb variations of your favorite dishes. Image: Bed Bath & Beyond
FoodSaver FM2100 Vacuum Sealing System
Buying in bulk is a sure way to save some money at the grocery store, but it can lead to a ton of food waste for smaller households. The FoodSaver system aims to eliminate that waste by allowing consumers to vacuum seal foods to make them last up to five times longer. The FoodSaver website claims to help home chefs save up to $2,700 annually. Concerned about plastic waste, too? The newest model uses 40% less bag material than previous versions. Find it for $149.99 HERE.
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Foodsaver’s system can help save money and keep ingredients fresher longer. Image: Amazon
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Ninja Air Fryer
We love our fried foods here in the South, but our arteries don’t necessarily agree. With the Ninja Air Fryer, you can enjoy some of your favorite fried dishes nearly guilt-free. This product lets you prepare crispy and delicious meals with little to no oil. Beyond just air frying, the Ninja can roast, reheat and dehydrate, making it an item you can’t believe you lived without! Find it for $129.99 HERE.
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Ninja’s air fryer cooks to crispy perfection using little to no oil. Image: Ninja
Hamilton Beach 3-in-1 Grill/Griddle
This Hamilton Beach’s 3-in-1 griddle is super versatile and easy to clean. The reversible grids on this gadget give you that perfect grill on one side and a non-stick griddle on the other. This is perfect if you want to make pancakes and bacon at the same time, or if you want to toast some buns while those drool-worthy burgers are sizzling. Both the plates and drip tray are dishwasher safe, and the base is good to go with a quick wipe off. Find it for $59.99 HERE.
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This griddle’s two-sided trays makes it a master of multi-tasking. Image: Hamilton Beach
Aroma 20 Cup Rice Cooker and Food Steamer
Multitasking is key when it comes to cooking on a busy schedule, and Aroma’s rice cooker and steamer delivers. This product allows you to prepare any variety of rice while your meat or vegetables conveniently steam on top. In fewer than 20 minutes, you’ll have the Buddha bowl you’ve been looking forward to all day. If rice isn’t your thing, this product is also perfect for soups, oatmeal or chili! Find it for $44.99 HERE.
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This rice cooker and steamer makes a healthy dinner quick and easy. Image: Amazon
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Cosori Premium Coffee Warmer
There are few things in life more disappointing than settling in with your perfect cup of coffee, only to get distracted and come back to a lukewarm cup of sadness mere moments later. Sure, you could pop it in the microwave, but it’s just not the same. Keep your coffee at that perfect temperature with Cosori’s coffee warmer. Meant to work with any flat-bottomed mug, mornings of mediocre coffee are now a thing of the past. Find it for $29.99 HERE.
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Never settle for a lukewarm cup again with this coffee warmer. Image: Cosori
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