If there’s one thing we all have in common, it’s that our kitchens could use some upgrades. As self-proclaimed Amazon Kitchen Pros here at SPY, we thought we’d do the honors of compiling a list of some essential kitchen products that should be in your life in 2023. These are products that everyone should have one hand in if they want to save time, money, and some sanity. You’re going to wonder how you’ve lived without them for so long; we’re sure of it.
For example, Item #2 is an automatic pot stirrer that will keep things moving while you multitask. Item #27? It’s a batter bowl that you shake to bread your meat with no mess entirely. These items are not only efficient, but they’re downright enjoyable to own and use. Every single one has hundreds if not hundreds of thousands of reviews and maintains an above-4-star rating, because we don’t want to be known as one of those sites that links you to crappy products with terrible reviews. We’re better than that, you’re better than that, and your kitchen deserves more.
Automatic Pot Stirrer
We could all use an extra hand in the kitchen sometimes, and that’s what this automatic pot stirrer is for. It self-adjusts to fit any sized pot and is heat-resistant to be used as your cooking. This 3rd generation upgrade is the best one yet!
Nesting Bowls With Airtight Lids
These mixing bowls come in five different sizes, up to five quarts. Each bowl has an airtight lid that can be used for food storage and three various grater attachments allow you to grate your food straight into the bowl. Pretty cool if you ask us!
Reusable Food Savers
Looking to use less plastic? These Reusable Silicone Food Savers work better than plastic bags at preserving your food. They fit all common-sized fruit and vegetable halves and create an air-tight seal around the cut. They’re durable, thick and easy to clean.
Oil Mister
It’s time to get rid of our brushes, this oil sprayer is taking over! With a single press, this mister will coat your pans and food items with an even layer of oil. You’ll never have to wonder if you missed a spot before roasting, baking or air frying.
Slow Cooker Liners
These slow cooker liners cut clean-up time in half. They’re completely safe in high temperatures and are BPA-free. Just line your cooker, add your food and get the same cook with little to no cleaning after.
Bacon Bin
Bacon grease has been a flavorful addition to our dishes for centuries, but the old-time method of storing it in a mason jar has to change. This Bacon Bin comes with a strainer for bits of bacon and is heat resistant up to 500 degrees. It’ll preserve all the flavor with none of the mess.
Herb Scissors
You don’t realize how much you need these Herb Scissors until you see them yourself. Every cut is equivalent to 10 knife chops, and the stainless-steel design is easy to clean and dishwasher safe. You’ll be garnishing with scallions, cilantro and parsley like a pro in no time.
Non-Stick Omelet & Frittata Maker
Omelet lovers understand the true struggle of nailing the perfect size, flip, and ingredients – it’s harder than it looks! This Omelet and Frittata Maker takes out all of the guesswork. Just fill it up with eggs and your favorite toppings, close the lid, and wait two minutes.
Reversible Grill + Griddle
No one wants to go out in the cold to grill right now, and we don’t blame you. This reversible cast iron cover for your stovetop immediately creates a flat-top surface for you to cook on. Flip it over to the side with grooves and you officially have an indoor grill, while the flip side is a perfect griddle for pancakes, hashbrowns and bacon.
Chopping Board With Pull Out Trays
Food prep just got a whole lot easier thanks to this innovative cutting board. The Acacia wood is sturdier, easier to clean, and more water-resistant than its competition. The plastic sliding trays on either side also make it easy to collect your cuts easy and carry them wherever you need them.
Rapid Egg Cooker
Save some stove space with this countertop rapid egg cooker. It can cook omelets, poach, boil up to six eggs at once and uses just a fraction of the water. Weighing only one pound it’s easy to take with you and you’ll have your eggs in minutes.
Pancake Batter Dispenser
Get perfect pancakes every time with this convenient dispenser! It holds up to four cups of batter and dispenses by a press of the handle, giving you complete control of how much batter comes out. It’s super easy to clean and even works with chunkier batters like chocolate chip or banana.
Banana Slicer
There’s no space in our kitchen for bulky slicers, and cutting bananas with a knife is more tedious than it’s worth. This top-selling banana slicer stores flat in your drawer and fits a wide variety of banana sizes. It’s a quick way to get some slices into lunchboxes, a yogurt bowl or smoothie so you can get out the door.
Stainless Steel Ball Whisk
This high-quality ball whisk takes up less space and requires less effort than its traditional counterparts. The equal weight of the balls keeps the whisk from falling out of the bowl when at rest and the individual balls create fluffier eggs and a creaminess we couldn’t have imagined.
Non-Stick Baking Mat
Convenient baking, roasting and food prep never looked this good. These food-safe baking mats fit inside your sheet pan and stop food from sticking or cooking onto the pan. It’s much better for the environment than aluminum foil or parchment paper and it works better too!
Magnetic Measuring Spoons
Measuring spoons take up a ton of space in our drawers but because of their size can easily get lost — never to be found again! These Magnetic Measuring Spoons have all the standard sizes you’re used to but they stay together and will take up less space. They’re the perfect solution for busy cooks, and are obviously labeled for easy reference.
Fullstar Vegetable Chopper
Check out what this 5-Star reviewer had to say about this top-selling vegetable chopper: “What would take quite a while to do in the past now just takes a few minutes…All of the pieces look so uniform and will cook so much more evenly! I wish I had done this so long ago!”
Over the Sink Strainer Basket
This expandable colander fits over sinks up to 19 inches wide, and is perfect for washing fruits and veggies easily. It’s sturdy enough to hold drying dishes and collapses to half its size making it much easier to store than standard colander bowls.
Pizza Cutter Wheel
Uniform cuts are hard to do with a knife. This Pizza Cutter Wheel is sharp and glides through even the thickest of crusts. It slices your toppings without dragging them across the top and the protective sleeve keeps your hands safe and sound.
Container With Colander
This 1.9-cup container comes with a colander that fits inside and is designed for easy storage. Simply rinse your fruits and veggies and put them straight into the fridge. The entire container is microwave, freezer and dishwasher-safe and takes up barely any space.
Rotary Shredder
Grating is one of the most time-consuming preps in kitchens. This rotary shredder is here to challenge that narrative. The three interchangeable drum blades cut everything from carrots to cheese, and one drum turn is equivalent to 12 cuts.
Snap n’ Strain
The name speaks for itself with this one; all you have to do is snap and strain! This colander is about half the size and has two silicone clips that firmly secure it onto your pots and pans. It holds heavier loads like potatoes and is designed to snap on and off easily so it won’t damage your cookware.
Glass Oil & Vinegar Dispenser
Ever heard of an oil dispenser with a built-in measuring cup? Now you have. Just squeeze the top and fill it with the exact amount of oil you want to pour. It doesn’t just work with oil; it dispenses vinegar, salad dressings and other liquids.
Multi-Purpose Mat
There’s not much this multi-purpose mat can’t help with inside the kitchen. Its heat-resistant silicone is excellent for grabbing hot handles or protecting countertops from hot serving dishes. The textured side can drain, air-dry your dishes, help pry open the stubborn jar lid and works as a microwave bowl cover.
Mini Food Processor
Food choppers and processors online have some hefty competition, so when we saw this one with over 14,000 5-Star reviews, we knew it was the one for our list. This mini food processor can chop, puree, and emulsify in seconds. The 3-cup bowl is great for larger meals and meal prepping.
Kitchen Mama Electric Can Opener
This electric can opener is a #1 best seller with over 78,000 reviews. Unlike other openers, it operates hands-free and works at the press of a button. It opens most sized cans and leaves behind a safe, smooth cut on the lid – no more sharp edges!
Hug Doug Spoon Saver
If you’re tired of your spoon falling out of the pot, Doug, the spoon saver is here to help. He hangs onto your spoon, adding weight and preventing any tipping. In a backbend, he doubles as a spoon rest and will surely be your next best friend in the kitchen.
3-in-1 Avocado Slicer
This 3-in-1 Tool is a must-have for Avocado lovers. The small but mighty tool has everything you need to split, pit, slice, and scoop your favorite savory fruit. The entire thing is dishwasher-safe and the non-slip grip is designed to protect against accidental hand cuts.
Spiral Vegetable Cutter
Spiralizing your veggies is a great way to cut calories with some of your favorite pasta dishes. This Spiral Cutter is as easy and straightforward as it looks. Just push your veggies inside and twist! Before you know it, you’ll have a plate full of veggie noodles you can get creative with.
Air Fryer Cheat Sheet
We know you’re going to wish you had found this one sooner. This Air Fryer Cheat Sheet has a magnetic backing that can stick to your fridge or other metal surfaces. The large text quickly puts your favorite veggies and their cook times on display so you’ll never have to guess again.
Cooling Rack for Cookies
This cooling rack is one of the highest-rated items on this list. It gives you three levels of cooling space and is completely non-stick and scratch-resistant. It won’t take up too much space on your counter and has a 10-year warranty. So, get to cookin’!
Salad Spinner
Soggy salads are ruined salads if you ask us and that’s precisely why this OXO Salad Spinner is trending all over TikTok. A press of the knob will quickly spin your greens and throw any excess water into the outer bowl. The lid can be pressed down flat to take up less space and the straightforward design looks great as a serving dish.
Better Breaded Bowl
Looking for the easiest way to bread your chicken? You just found it. The Better Breader Batter Bowl has a separator inside to keep your raw chicken from directly touching the breading, and in a quick shake, your chicken will be fully coated and ready to cook.
Burger Press
This Burger Press is a great way to ensure that all your patties are the same size and evenly cooked. This set also comes with 100 Patty Papers, so you can prep your meat ahead of time, freeze it, and have one whenever you want.
Pan Dividers
Cooking everything at once is a great way to stay consistent with your healthy meals. These Sheet Pan Dividers keeps all your veggies and meats separated on the pan and prevented raw juices from getting on other food. Best of all, if your food requires different cook times you can remove each divider and place them in the oven at different times.
Crisper Tray for Oven
We can’t be the only ones that wish our air fryer was even bigger! These copper oven trays have a crisping sheet where you place your food so it floats above the pan underneath. Yes, you guessed it, it’s a genius invention that allows you to air fry large batches in your convection oven, mimicking the function of a real air fryer on a larger scale.
Navaris Breading Trays Set
Large pieces of meat have no choice but to be breaded by hand, and that’s where this Navaris Breading Trays Set comes in. The interlocking trays hold flour, egg, and breadcrumbs right next to each other to avoid dripping onto the counter. Once you’re done, the trays are dishwasher safe and stack one on top of the other for easy storage.
Gracula Garlic Crusher
Adding garlic to your dish is a great way to infuse delicious flavor, but cutting it all up by hand may leave them with a less-than-desirable smell. This Gracula Garlic Crusher will press, crush, and mince in seconds, is easy to separate and clean, and looks cuter on your counter than your average garlic press.