15 Kitchen Gadgets That You Didn’t Even Know You Needed

cutting through tomatoes with salad tongs

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Preparing meals doesn’t have to be painful or tedious! People are always looking to reinvent the wheel, which means there are so many clever inventions out there (and we always love a good kitchen hack). That’s why I love these clever kitchen gadgets from Amazon which truly make life easier, hassle-free, and even more fun!


1. PB-JIFE! peanut butter knife

comparison of regular knife with large red peanut butter knife in a jar

Buy it on Amazon$12.99

This ultimate peanut butter knife helps you to scoop up the last of your peanut butter from even the biggest jars. With its round stainless steel ergonomic design, you’ll never be dealing with buttery knuckles again! 

long red peanut butter spreader laying on counter with jar of jif peanut butter

“Years ago I bought PB-JIFE’s from Kickstarter. My kids love it because of how it’s shaped and how long it is, perfect for spreading your peanut butter, and great to scrape up the last of the peanut butter.” – Michelle 


2. Ahyuan roll-up drying rack

metal drying rack sitting over kitchen sink with two wet cups sitting on top

Buy it on Amazon$11.98

This drying rack is the perfect addition to any kitchen! Since it fits directly over the kitchen sink, water will drain only where it’s wanted – with no more mess on the countertop. The silicone lined rods keep dishes from slipping, plus its even dishwasher safe making clean up totally hassle-free.

rolled up wire rod drying rack over kitchen sink with soap in the background

Simply roll it up for easy storage when you’re done with it, or you can even use it as a trivet for hot pots and pans! Lina and quite a few others on our team swear by this handy kitchen gadget!

“This roll-up kitchen rack is so smart and clever. If you’re like me, you’ll never go back to your old dish drainer again! In fact, I was so excited about this find I recently bought some as Christmas gifts for friends and family this year. It’s funny how something this simple item can be such a game-changer for the kitchen sink area—I love it!” – Lina


3. The KitchenArt Adjust-A-Cup

Pouring flour from adjust-a-cup into mixing bowl

Buy it on Amazon$12.95

Why have a ton of measuring cups floating around your kitchen drawers when you can have one that’ll do it all?! This handy measuring cup is easily adjustable by sliding the bottom to your desired amount. It even measures both solids and liquids.

“When I originally bought this measuring cup, I never realized how much I would use it – I absolutely love it!”Amber S.


4. OXO Good Grips avocado slicer

green avocado peeler knife with ripe avocados on the counter

Buy it on Amazon$7.99 (save an extra $1.50 with the coupon at checkout!)

Cutting avocados just got a whole lot easier. With this unique tool, you can cut, pit, and slice your avocados with ease. It’s a hassle-free way to enjoy all the avocado toast and guacamole that your heart desires!


5. Stainless steel garlic press + silicone peeler

silicone roller with peeled garlic press and bowl in the background

Buy it on Amazon$13.77

This isn’t just any garlic press. This one comes with a handy silicone roller that easily strips each of your garlic cloves in seconds. Your days of standing at the counter peeling garlic will be long over! I even love that it comes with a stiff mini brush to get the garlic that tends to stick in the corners.


6. Good Cook meat chopper

meat chopper pushing on ground beef in pan

Buy it on Amazon$4.97

If you’re frequently chopping food over your stove, such as ground meats, you’re going to love this time-saving tool that quickly and effectively chops meat into tiny bits for all your dishes. It can even be used to break down fruits for all your favorite jam recipes. YUM! 😋

“I love this! It makes it super easy to get your hamburger into smaller pieces. My son is picky about the chunky meat, and if your meat isn’t fully thawed, it works so well to break it up!”Angie


“That meat chopper is the best thing ever. I ordered five two years ago to share in a Favorite Things Party, and I have extras in my closet to give as gifts. They are the best!”Stacy


7. QuickPush food chopper

Chopping onions with QuickPush food chopper on counter

Buy it on Amazon$20.99

Chopping foods for all your meals has never been easier, quicker, or more simple to clean up! With this food chopper, you simply place the food on top and push down the lid. Perfectly dice an onion in seconds or cut carrots for a salad. The options are endless!


8. KOHLER kitchen squeegee and countertop brush

hand brushing crumbs off white countertop into sink

Buy it on Amazon$19.99

This kitchen squeegee and countertop brush was a great reader recommendation, and I have to agree. I love the simple design of this product and how easy it is to store and take out when I need to quickly brush up crumbs or water spills near the sink. This way I don’t dirty my hands or use unnecessary paper towels.


9. Zulay Kitchen clip-on strainer

straining veggies over sink with Zulay Kitchen clip-on strainer

Buy it on Amazon$10.99

If you’re looking for an easy way to strain pasta or meat, this clip-on silicone colander is a must-have! It also fits on almost any size pot or pan, even those with a lip on the edge, which easily allows you to stabilize the pot you’re draining with both hands.


10. Trudeau Toss and Chop Salad Tongs

holding green salad tongsBuy it on Amazon$15.16

Do you love a fresh, crisp salad but hate the work chopping it all up? This genius invention will chop and dice a perfect salad right in any bowl. It doesn’t get any more mess-free, easier, or healthier than that!

chopping salad with scissor tongs

I love simple and clever tools like this that make food prep so quick!


11. HIC’s herb prepper

Hands holding herb prepper on herb sprig

Buy it on Amazon$7.49

De-stemming and chopping up herbs into itty bitty pieces can be quite a chore. It’s probably why so many of us grab for easy-to-use seasoning instead, but nothing makes a dish quite like fresh herbs.

Thanks to this little gadget, you can easily separate the leaves from the stem, and voila! Your rosemary, thyme, and cilantro are ready to go!


12. YUTAT silicone oven mitts

grabbing dish out of oven with silicone oven mitt

Buy it on Amazon$14.97

I’ve had my silicone oven mitts for nearly 10 years now and LOVE THEM. They resist heat up to 500 degrees, so you never have to worry about burning your hands with high temperatures. They’re also easy to clean and won’t get dingy like a lot of cotton or terry cloth mitts usually do.


13. Diamond magnetic knife and utensil holder

Buy it on Amazon$10.99

If you’re in need of some extra counter space like me, this mountable magnetic strip will save you a ton of room. You can also use it as a tool organizer in your garage!


14. WEBSUN salad cutter bowl

hand cutting salad with knife in salad cutter bowl

Buy it on Amazon$6.99

Making salads without the mess?! Yes, please! I don’t know about you, but I’m a big lettuce flinger and love how this gadget reduces meal cleanup and strains excess water. Just wash, chop, and bon appetit!


15. Vremi citrus juicer

Woman standing over counter making lemonade with citrus squeezer

Buy it on Amazon$9.99

Save your hands from endless squeezing and get yourself one of these easy-to-use citrus juicers. Its strong and stain-resistant material make it a kitchen must-have. Just imagine how quickly you’ll be able to whip up fresh orange juice and lemon drops!


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