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47 Cool Kitchen Tools And Gadgets To Shake Up Your Cooking Routine

Who's the next MasterChef? Oh, that'd be YOU.

By Sienna Livermore and Valerie Magan
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Sarah Ceniceros

Ah, cooking. It’s definitely one of those things you either love or you hate. But most people fall somewhere between hopeless failure and kitchen whiz. The good news is, if you’re here on Delish, you're already headed in the right direction.

Are you a beginner on a mission to improve your egg-frying game? A seasoned pro who strives to cook restaurant-quality dishes? Rest assured that no matter your skill level, there’s always room for growth. To maximize kitchen success, it's key to streamline the cooking experience as much as possible—and we’ve got just the tools to do it.

Read on for some of our favorite kitchen instruments, from gadgets you didn't know you needed to must-haves you didn't even know existed. Whether they're designed to speed up the cooking process or to cut down on manual labor, every product here is made to improve your time in the kitchen.

Plus, it must be said: There's just something so satisfying about buying kitchen gadgets. Whether it’s a brand new set of sturdy spice jars (and racks) to keep ingredients super fresh, the perfect pasta bowl to cradle any variety of noodles, or an all-powerful blender for making supercharged smoothies, there’s nothing better than finding that perfect product.

From juicers and spiralizers to knives and graters, these are the products you'll want to add to your kitchen arsenal—and maybe buy a few for your food-loving friends too.

Warning: Once you start using these tools, there's no going back.

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Bamboozle Kitchen Compost Bin

Bamboozle Kitchen Compost Bin
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Bamboozle Kitchen Compost Bin

$40 at Amazon$50 at Wayfair$50 at Tractor Supply Co
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Want to jump into composting but don’t know where to start? Well, start here with the stylish Bamboozle Kitchen Compost Bin. No more ugly plastic bins or foul-smelling compost—this one’s made of sustainable materials that will eventually compost themselves!

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L.L.Bean Waterhog Comfort Mat

L.L.Bean Waterhog Comfort Mat
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L.L.Bean Waterhog Comfort Mat

Standing in the kitchen all day can be hard on your feet, but L.L. Bean's Waterhog Comfort Mat provides support. Its thick rubber backing shields your feet from the hard floor, melting away the pain that comes with standing for long periods of time.

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Williams Sonoma Stainless-Steel French Press

Williams Sonoma Stainless-Steel French Press
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Williams Sonoma Stainless-Steel French Press

Williams Sonoma's Stainless-Steel French Press is a sleek take on the classic press. It will keep your coffee hot way longer than the glass varieties will. No one likes a cold cup of coffee. Unless it's cold brew. But that's a different story.

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Picnic Time Insulated Wine Cooler Bag

Picnic Time Insulated Wine Cooler Bag
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Picnic Time Insulated Wine Cooler Bag

Going on a picnic and can’t fathom the thought of leaving your wine behind? Take it with you! The Picnic Time Insulated Wine Cooler Bag will keep your wine (or Champagne) cool, safe, and stylish, too. And it fits two bottles.

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KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee Maker

KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee Maker
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KitchenAid Cold Brew Coffee Maker

Stop paying so much for expensive cold brew! You can make your own at home with KitchenAid's Cold Brew Coffee Maker. All you have to do is add beans and water (or milk), let it sit for 12-24 hours, and voila! A rich cup of coffee.

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Kuhn Rikon Kuhn Rikon Auto Safety Master Opener

Kuhn Rikon Kuhn Rikon Auto Safety Master Opener
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Kuhn Rikon Kuhn Rikon Auto Safety Master Opener

Amazon shoppers are obsessed with this Kuhn Rikon Auto Safety Master Opener (hence the more than 1,500 five-star reviews). Besides functioning as a traditional can opener, the other end can be used to open tricky metal lids without ruining your nails, twist open stubborn plastic bottles, and pop off glass bottle tops. Plus, the can opener side has a tiny set of tweezers attached so you don't have to remove lids with your hands.

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Tired of throwing out food that's gone bad before you've even had a chance to touch it, let alone cook it? The Anova Precision Sous Vide Vacuum Sealer will extend the lifespan of your meals—up to three years for meat. It'll extend your freezer space, too!

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CAROTE Nonstick Egg Frying Pan

CAROTE Nonstick Egg Frying Pan
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CAROTE Nonstick Egg Frying Pan

Now 43% Off

Craft your own Starbucks egg bites at home with the CAROTE Nonstick Egg Frying Pan. It's also ideal for more than just eggs—try burgers or veggies. The pan also works on any cooktop, even induction.

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MacKenzie-Childs Royal Harlequin Oven Mitt

MacKenzie-Childs Royal Harlequin Oven Mitt
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MacKenzie-Childs Royal Harlequin Oven Mitt

Update your oven mitt situation with the MacKenzie-Childs Royal Harlequin Oven Mitt, which puts a royal spin on the classic jester pattern. It's made with 100-percent cotton to ensure your hands never get burned again. You’d be a clown not to buy this!

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Disney Mickey Mouse Cookie Jar

Disney Mickey Mouse Cookie Jar
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Disney Mickey Mouse Cookie Jar

Need somewhere to put your cookies that’s both adorable and practical? Consider this totally cute Disney Mickey Mouse Cookie Jar crafted with sturdy stoneware and hand-painted decorations. Bonus points if you put Mickey Mouse-shaped cookies in them.

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Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker

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Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker
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Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker

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Looking for a gadget that will make all of your sandwich components in one fell swoop? Hamilton Beach has got you covered with its Breakfast Sandwich Maker. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, after all.

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Peleg Design Egg Yolk Separator

Peleg Design Egg Yolk Separator
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Peleg Design Egg Yolk Separator

The ergonomic Peleg Design Egg Yolk Separator is hands down the cutest way to separate your egg yolks from your egg whites.

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Hayworths Sushi Maker Roller Machine

Hayworths Sushi Maker Roller Machine
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Hayworths Sushi Maker Roller Machine

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New to making sushi at home? It's no secret that getting a tight roll is the hardest part. However, the one-touch Hayworths Sushi Maker Roller Machine will make things a little easier.

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Chef Master Meat Tenderizer Tool

Chef Master Meat Tenderizer Tool
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Chef Master Meat Tenderizer Tool

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Your next steak dinner is going to taste amazing with the handy-dandy Chef Master Meat Tenderizer Tool. You'll be cooking like the pros in a 5-star restaurant with this one.

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OXO Good Grips 3-in-1 Avocado Slicer

OXO Good Grips 3-in-1 Avocado Slicer
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OXO Good Grips 3-in-1 Avocado Slicer

Avocado toast lovers, listen up: The OXO Good Grips 3-in-1 Avocado Slicer makes it easier than ever to chop, pit, and slice an avo, so your avocado toast can be both tasty, and symmetrical.

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Norpro Apple Master

Norpro Apple Master
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Norpro Apple Master

Take the work out of making an apple pie. Or a pear pie. Or a... potato pie? Is that a thing? Either way, you can peel and slice any of them in a heartbeat with the Norpro Apple Master.

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Spiralizer 7-Blade Vegetable Slicer

Spiralizer 7-Blade Vegetable Slicer
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Spiralizer 7-Blade Vegetable Slicer

Now 27% Off

"As I spiralized, I looked towards Heaven and thanked my God for blessing the world with this tool," said one reviewer. I don't think we need any more convincing to add the Spiralizer 7-Blade Vegetable Slicer to our shopping carts.

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Etekcity Digital Kitchen Food Scale

Etekcity Digital Kitchen Food Scale
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Etekcity Digital Kitchen Food Scale

For those who can't eyeball 86 grams of potatoes (most of us), the Etekcity Digital Kitchen Food Scale is a must.

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Prepara Trio-Tri Blade Peeler

Prepara Trio-Tri Blade Peeler
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Prepara Trio-Tri Blade Peeler

Prepara's Trio-Tri Blade Peeler has three blades means you can peel hard skins, soft skins, and julienne, all in one. It's ergonomically designed and works well for those with limited mobility.

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Joseph Joseph Square Colander

Joseph Joseph Square Colander
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Joseph Joseph Square Colander

The Joseph Joseph Square Colander has square corners for a mush easier, mess-free pour. Plus, it's dishwasher safe.

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Sienna Livermore
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Sienna is a senior editor at Hearst. She lives in Montecito, California with her husband and two littles.

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