Even though cooking is not everyone's forte, we spend a lot of time in our kitchens. Whether you're a professional cook in the making or someone just trying to get by without poisoning yourself, the right gadget can really make a difference. There is a treasure trove of wonder gadgets on Amazon designed to help you slice, dice, stir and freeze food more efficiently. There are also products to give you a helping hand or tell you when food is ready. You might not think you need a banana slicer but it could also become a firm favorite with fussy eaters in your house. You might think the same about a watermelon cutter until you see how extremely satisfying it is. But we get it, how you do you know what's worth the investment? We have scoured Amazon and discovered the best bizarre kitchen gadget that may seem unusual at first, but are actually turn out to be indispensable. Get ready to upgrade your kitchen with these seriously fun but actually impressive gadgets.
Thanks for reading about our favorite finds from across the internet! FYI: We participate in affiliate programs and may get a share of the revenue from your purchase.Every Parent Needs A Grape Slicer
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When you have young children, you have to cut up their fruit. It's a major choking hazard. Grapes, cherry tomatoes, and berries can be extremely scary choking hazards so you spend a lot of time in the kitchen slicing, dicing, and chopping. This wonderful gadget makes all that prep a thing of the past. With just one slice your fruit is ready to eat and you don't even see the carefully concealed blade, making it quite safe too.
See it on AmazonStop Losing Lids And Bottle Tops At The Bottom Of The Dishwasher With This Bag
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Do you have those pesky items that you hate putting in the dishwasher? Bottle lids, pacifiers, and even shot glasses, often find themselves tipped over, falling through the racks, and are left with dirty water stagnating inside. This dishwasher bag tops that from happening. It keeps all of those items together while they go through the cycle.
See it on AmazonStop Throwing Out Packets Of Herbs With This Keeper
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If you find yourself throwing out fresh herbs before you get a chance to use them, this herb keeper will help them last longer. The box will lengthen the life of any herbs. All you have to do is make sure they're dry before popping them in and adding water into its reservoir. You have to top up the water every few days.
See it on AmazonThis Soft Serve Maker Will Help You Reduce Your Food Waste
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As more of us are trying to reduce our food waste, it's time we introduced the soft serve maker. This will stop you from throwing out your fruit that is turning bad and instead turn it into a guilt-free dessert. It's like ice cream, but different. All you need to do is peel the fruit you have, freeze it and pop it into the machine. There's minimal fuss when cleaning too as all the removable parts can be put into the dishwasher.
See it on AmazonMake Sure You Get Every Last Drop With These Bottle Caps
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It's so annoying when you can't get that last little bit out of a bottle. But this Flip-It! Bottle Emptying Kit solves that problem with this clever caps. They come with two stands that hold up the bottles as well as six adapters to find the perfect fit. It can work on anything from condiments to even shampoo and conditioner.
See it on AmazonCut Your Banana Into Perfect Bites Every Time With This Slicer
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The banana slicer is certainly a fun gadget that you didn't know you needed. If you've got a fussy eater at home, this slicer removes a little bit of the stress that comes with that by cutting the banana into uniform bites every time. Peel your banana, place it under the slicer and you're ready to go. It's safe to use so even kids can get involved.
See it on AmazonThis Slushie Cup Was Made Famous By TikTok And We Need It
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This Slushie Maker Cup was a huge hit on TikTok last summer when the temperatures were through the roof and we reckon that it'll happen again. This cup will transform your favorite beverage into a slushie in just a few minutes. After freezing the empty cup for a few hours you add your drink of choice and then you give it a squeeze. There's science behind it, we can assure you. During these few minutes, the magic happens. Happy sunny days.
See it on AmazonWe Did Not Know We Needed This Watermelon Cutter As Much As We Do
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Who knew slicing a watermelon could be so satisfying? In fairness, this watermelon cutter might raise some eyebrows at first, but when you get going, you will be a convert. Tackling a huge watermelon is usually a messy affair, which makes us turn to packaged slices but now we can have fun and save money. The pinwheel design slices and dices up the fruit in neat chunks. Just be careful to do it on a wipeable surface.
See it on AmazonDon't Miss Out On A Cooked Breakfast Ever Again With This Maker
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If space is an issue in your kitchen or perhaps you're just cooking for one? That doesn't mean that you should miss out on a cooked breakfast. This breakfast maker can cook your eggs, sausages, and bacon as well as toast your bread all at once. The glass lid allows you to keep an eye but it takes care of itself. We love the retro design and it comes in pink, turquoise, and white.
See it on AmazonThis Little Box Will Cook Perfect Al Dente Pasta Every Time
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Get perfect al dente pasta every time. Instead of waiting for the pasta to cook on the hob, you can use this pasta cooker in the microwave to cut time. Yes, probably not how purists would like us to make it but, this gets perfect pasta every time. This tray comes with a straining basket to make life even easier. As one five-star reviewer puts it, 'I know boiling water is pretty simple but just being able to cook pasta in this gives me one less thing I have to watch while getting the rest of the meal ready.' Preach.
See it on AmazonThis Is The Ultimate Meal Prep Station
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Call yourself an ultimate foodie? Then you need this chopping board for all of your veggie prep. It comes with all the tools for garlic mincing, a julienne slicer, and grater as well as trays that sit beneath the bamboo board for storage while you work through your recipes. Or, if you are prepping ahead of time, they stack together in one tower and can be put away in the fridge. Handy stuff.
See it on AmazonPeel And Devein Your Shrimp With This Easy-To-Use Tool
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Peeling and deveining shrimp can be messy. For many people, it takes the enjoyment out of it. This stainless steel tool does it all in one go. You take off the shrimp head and insert it. Once you press the handle the shell comes off. Sounds like it couldn't be easier.
See it on AmazonStop Chopping Your Fingers With These Cut-Resistant Gloves
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If you're accident-prone in the kitchen and are constantly at risk of losing a digit, these cut-resistant gloves will save you and anyone else eating your food. The lightweight gloves, which come in pink or grey, act like chainmail to prevent your hands from getting sliced. They start in a size XS for teeny hands right up to size L.
See it on AmazonThis Electric Stirrer Can Take One Thing Off Your Plate
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When you're in the kitchen it can feel like you've got a lot of plates spinning, sometimes quite literally, this electric stirrer can take one thing off your plate. This will keep your meals stirring as it sweeps the bottom of the pot to stop them from catching. It is cordless, so you don't have to worry about any wires, and is easy to clamp onto most pots. One five-star reviewer wrote: 'So easy to use and really frees you up to do other things. I mostly use this when I am making yogurt (almost every week) which requires a long slow process of heating the milk without scorching it. I set this up along with a thermometer and am free to do other things while this stirs the milk.'
See it on AmazonTake A Load Off While Cooking With This Anti-Fatigue Mat
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Do not stand for an ordinary kitchen mat that is thin and will do nothing for you except catch spills and look pretty. We've found this anti-fatigue mat that's 3/4 inch thick to reveal the pressure on your tired feet so that you can be as comfortable as possible while you're cooking. The rug is also waterproof and stain resistant, which is great for those splashes of sauce.
See it on AmazonStop Struggling With Tight Jars Let This Electric Opener Do It In Seconds
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Sometimes, no matter how hard you try, you just can't get that jar lid off. This can make life tricky when there's no one around to help. But this electric jar opener will get the job done at the touch of a button. It's great if you struggle with your hands, or suffer from arthritis. You'll never struggle again.
See it on AmazonHold Open Those Freezer Bags More Easily With These Handy Clips
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Batch cooking is all well and good until it comes to storage. Space gets filled fast when using containers, so freezer bags are a great solution but trying to hold those open while you decant is a pain. Not anymore. These hands-free bag holders make it so much easier and less messy too. They also come in a pack of six so you can make several meals at once.
See it on AmazonThis Potato Peeler Is Absolutely Mesmerizing
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From potatoes to mangoes and cucumbers, when it comes to peeling you don't have to bother anymore as this rotating peeler does the job for you. You pop the fruit in, with the fruit insertion arm and then it holds it in place and then you switch it on. It's mesmerizing.
See it on AmazonThis Cupboard Bin Will Make Cleaning Up So Much Quicker
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What do you do with your food waste and peels? Do you wipe as you go or work in a mess? Either way, at some point it's got to get done. This folding waste bin hangs on a cupboard door, which you can put under your workstation making it so much easier to clean as you go. At least then you haven't got much to do once you've finished eating. It also comes in gray, green, and cream.
See it on AmazonDon't Let Your Chips Go Stale Again With An Electric Sealer
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Don't let your chips go stale again with this electric sealer. If you're a bulk bag buyer, you might not be able to power through a lot of the chips, pasta, candy, and other bits you buy in one sitting, so this sealer comes in handy to keep your food fresh as if it'd never been opened. It can even stick to your fridge as it's fitted with a handy magnetic so you can keep it on hand.
See it on AmazonThese Herb Scissors Cut The Time You Need To Spend Chopping Up
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Chopping herbs for recipes can be a chore. But these herb scissors minimize the fuss. They're different from ordinary scissors as they have not one but five stainless steel blades, so you can get the job done quickly.
See it on AmazonYour Whisk Will Never Get In The Way Again
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When you're trying to shut your utensils drawer but it just won't go in, it's usually the whisk getting in way, right? We're not wrong. This whisk actually twists flat when you no longer need it. Problem solved. It also has its uses when it's flat too as it's perfect for folding and ballooning.
See it on AmazonThis Spoon Does So Many Things We Can't Live Without It
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This is more than just a spoon. It's a grater, masher, whisk, and scooping strainer. It's a titan in the kitchen. The silicone spoon is sturdy, with reviewers loving its versatility.
See it on AmazonThis Egg White Separator Will Stop Shells From Getting in
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There's a reason why this egg white separator has had over 25,000 five stars. It stops the shells from getting into your eggs (which is the worst) and also dripping down the sides, which can be a messy issue when cracking straight onto a pan. This separator fits almost any bowl, so you can crack right on, literally.
See it on AmazonKeep Your Avocado Fresh In This Silicone Pouch
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Keep your avocado fresh with this silicone pouch. Once you've got used as much as you like, you can stretch the silicone over and pop it into the fridge and it will be ready for the next time you need it. One five-star reviewer shared: 'Great item. I wasn’t 100% convinced it would work but it really does. If you eat avocado regularly you need one of these.'
See it on AmazonYou Don't Need Measuring Spoons With This Spice Carousel
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Get the right amount of spice every time with this auto-measure carousel. Forget the fuss of measuring spoons, you turn the dial on the spice you need and it dishes out 1/4 teaspoon. It can be popped onto a shelf or mounted under a cabinet, and you have the option to stack up to 48 spices.
See it on AmazonCover Your Eyes With These Onion Goggles
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Don't laugh, we're serious. If you tear up when chopping onions to the point where you can't see, you need to keep these goggles on hand. With their anti-fog system, you will be able to see clearly. There are four styles, with the tortoise shell being a particular favorite.
See it on AmazonMake The Perfect Dumplings With This Vibrant Dough Press
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Whether it's dumplings, pierogis, calzone, or ravioli, you can now get your little food parcels looking professional and you won't even break a sweat. The dough press comes in three sizes and vibrant colors. Once you've picked the size you want and held your dough in place, you can fill and fold. Once you have crimped the edges, you're set to cook it.
See it on AmazonThis Whisk Wiper Makes Sure You Never Waste A Drop
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Don't you hate it when there's batter or cream left in the whisk? No matter how much tapping, whacking, or wiping can get every drop without making a mess, until now. The whisk wiper has to be placed on to the whisk first, after you've finished you can pull it off. The whisk comes included too!
See it on AmazonThis Bottle Holds 8 Different Kitchen Tools
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When you're short on space, having a multitool can be vital. This is no ordinary bottle, in fact, it's eight different kitchen tools in one. It comes with a funnel, can opener, egg separator, grater, juicer, shredder as well as a measuring cup. It's really impressive.
See it on AmazonGet Your Citrus Spray Straight From The Source
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Whether you need it for a recipe or for cleaning, a spritz of citrus is needed from time to time. This citrus spray, which you can plug directly into the fruit, will come in handy. Reviewers have suggested giving the fruit, whether it's lemon or lime, a good roll to encourage the juice out before spraying.
See it on AmazonEnjoy Perfect Boiled Eggs Every Time With This Timer
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Getting the perfect boiled egg, no matter how you enjoy them, has never been easier. This egg timer will remove all the guesswork as it changes color to indicate whether it's soft, medium, or hard. One five-star customer wrote: 'Perfect eggs every time'.
See it on AmazonThis Butter Knife Heats Hold When You Hold It
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Spread cold butter more easily, by warming it up. This clever knife uses your body heat as well as a serrated edge to get just the right amount of butter. You'll never have to suffer annoying craters in your bread again. One reviewer said: 'This product works great-it curls thin strips of butter when scraped across the chilled surface, perfect for spreading on toast. I was really impressed on how well it worked.'
See it on AmazonThis Adjustable Rolling Pin Will Help You Make Perfect Bakes
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This beech rolling pin is adjustable to flatten the dough to whatever thickness you need to ensure you get perfect bakes. It will become a firm favorite when it comes to baking pies as well as pizza night. This rolling pin comes with colorful measuring rings from 1/16 to 1/2 inches.
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