10 Kitchen Gadgets You Didn’t Know You Needed

Often we stick to familiar cooking steps without realizing there are tools that can make our work easier, faster, and healthier, while reducing waste. Here are ten must-have gadgets you might have missed.

1. Salad Spinner

Removes excess water so dressings cling to leaves, keeps greens crisp, doubles as a serving bowl, and all parts are dishwasher-safe.

2. Wireless Digital Meat Thermometer

Monitors roast or grill temperature remotely. Dual probes let you track two cuts at once, alerting you when the ideal doneness is reached.

3. Fridge Produce Preserver

A carbon-filter insert for your crisper drawer absorbs ethylene gas to extend fruits and vegetables’ shelf life by up to 50%.

4. Burger Press

Shapes perfectly sized patties in seconds—just season ground meat, press, and cook for uniform burgers every time.

5. Dough Docker

Rolls tiny perforations into pizza or pastry dough for even baking and no air bubbles. Safe in the dishwasher.

6. Hot-Air Popcorn Maker

Produces oil-free popcorn in minutes—perfect for movie nights without added fat or a trip to the cinema.

7. Fish Scaler

Quickly removes scales with a stainless steel blade and catches them in a built-in, easy-clean container for mess-free prep.

8. Egg Boiler Timer

Choose from seven settings (soft to hard) and egg size presets. A built-in pin pokes a tiny hole to prevent shell cracking.

9. Cherry/Pit Pitter

Effortlessly pits cherries, olives, and more—works on fresh, frozen, or canned fruit. Dishwasher-safe for quick cleanup.

10. Bottle Cap Collector Opener

Pops bottle caps and stores up to 30 at once—great for outdoor gatherings and DIY projects with collected caps.