Itchin' to upgrade your kitchen? Snag these deals before they go stale. (Amazon)(Amazon)
As Yahoo's resident professional baker turned deals hunter, you could say I often have dough on the brain. No, I'm not talking about dough of the cookie or bread variety (though I'm a fan of both). I'm referring to money — and how to spend less of it. I'm particularly interested in scoring high-quality kitchen tools for fab prices, which is why I've spent the past week browsing deals from the Amazon Spring Sale. The reality? These types of savings events can be hit or miss, so I was pleased to see some of my favorite products (and a few that I've been eyeing) majorly marked down. Several of my picks are down to their lowest prices ever, making this a sale that just might rival Prime Day. That said, the whole shebang wraps up tonight, so if you see something that catches your eye, add it to your cart pronto!
Some real talk: Because I write about kitchen products for a living, I know how to spot a good bargain when I see one. Due to sneaky tactics like inflating starting prices, not all "deals" are legitimate; in fact, I'd argue most are about as thrilling as a soggy french fry.
But speaking of foods that should be crunchy, this Instant Vortex Plus Air Fryer is on sale for its best price in over a year at nearly 50% off. And this titanium version of Our Place's nonstick pan is down to its lowest price ever. Those are just a couple of my top 10 kitchen deal picks, but they'll likely be eighty-sixed soon. Better scoop 'em up before they're toast.
Allow this high-tech gizmo to take all the guesswork out of grilling, roasting and baking by letting you know the internal and external temperatures of the foods you're preparing. One Yahoo writer and her husband tried it out, saying they've "never grilled better meat — it almost feels like cheating." (Check out her full Meater review for more.) Have a home cook on your holiday shopping list who could use a foolproof method for ensuring their famous ribs are perfectly cooked? Look no further.
This is the best price we've seen since, well, ever, and when expensive steaks are on the line? You want to ensure they're edible, or else that's just money down the drain.
Like all of Our Place's cookware, this nonstick pan is made without "forever chemicals" for peace of mind. This skillet, however, also boasts an aluminum core for excellent heat conductivity, as well as a strong titanium interior. The handle doubles as a resting spot for an included wooden spatula, and at just 3.4 pounds, it's quite light compared to other metal cookware. At nearly 40% off, this is as low as we've ever seen it.
I've been trying to reduce the amount of plastic in my kitchen, and thousands of Amazon shoppers swear by these sturdy glass containers, which have airtight seals to keep food fresh. They're not made of just any glass, either: We're talking about borosilicate glass, which is used on thermal tiles in space shuttles.
Not only does this conveniently allow you to see what's packed inside, it makes the containers oven-safe up to 1,040°F. You can also store these containers in the freezer if you have leftovers you know you won't get to right away. At just over $3 per container, this is a fabulous value — I've yet to see them dip lower in over a year.
Gordon Ramsay himself is a fan of this brand, which is known for its one-of-a-kind cookware that combines the best qualities of stainless steel, nonstick and cast iron. This highly rated pan has a good amount of surface area at 12 inches long (ideal for searing), but its taller sides also make it suitable for saucier dishes.
The hexagonal etching on the pan's interior encourages browning (AKA flavor), and this vessel can safely go inside ovens of up to 900° F. The glass lid allows you to check on your food as it cooks (it's oven safe up to 400° F), and at $46 off, this is as low as it's been since Black Friday.
Air fryers are hardly anything new, and with so many on the market, they can start to blur together. That said, if I were looking to purchase one today, it would be this model, which, at nearly 50% off, is down to its best price since last spring.
Here's what I like about it: At 6 quarts, it's roomy enough to fit enough servings for a small group without taking up a ton of counter space. But what I really like is the fact that it has a viewing window (with a light!) — a feature my air fryer is sadly without. Ah, to be able to check on my food while it cooks without opening the drawer and allowing precious heat to escape!
If you're new to the world of single-serve coffee makers, the K-Express is a great place to start. It's a solid entry-level model that's easy to use — and easy on your wallet — and at just $50 it's the lowest price our trackers have ever seen.
Fans love how quickly it heats up and are fans of its petite size (it measures just 5.1 inches wide, but still accommodates a 42-ounce water tank, so you can brew up to four cups). In addition to black, it comes in mint green and pale gray. So it's not just good at what it does — it looks good doing it!
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