The 2022 BestReviews 50 best kitchen products of the year

As 2022 draws to a close, it's time to take a closer look at BestReviews top kitchen products of the year. Whether you're a keen home chef or only cook to avoid spending your savings on takeout, there are plenty of products to help you out.

From basics, such as chef's knives and mixing bowls, to more elaborate gadgets, you're sure to find something to get excited about.

In this article: KitchenAid Artisan Mini Plus 3.5-quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer, Dash Mini Waffle Maker and Breville Bambino Plus Espresso Machine.

Best kitchen products of the year

KitchenAid Artisan Mini Plus 3.5-quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer

Anyone who loves baking will have spent time coveting a KitchenAid stand mixer, so maybe now's the time to take the plunge. This 3.5-quart mini model is great for home use and a little more affordable than larger mixers.

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Dash Mini Waffle Maker

This mini waffle maker produces 4-inch waffles bound to liven up the breakfast table. You can choose from over 20 colors and designs, some of which make waffles featuring cute images, including rabbits, pumpkins and pineapples.

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Lars Nysom Salt and Pepper Mill Set

Not only do these salt and pepper mills grind evenly and effectively, but they also look great. You can choose from 14 color combinations, including sage, bayberry and cool gray.

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Mason Cash Mixing Bowl

With its classic design, this rugged stoneware mixing bowl can last generations if cared for properly. It has an approximately 12-inch diameter and features a cane-colored exterior with a white interior for better mixing identification.

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Breville Bambino Plus Espresso Machine

If you're looking for a midrange espresso machine that performs well without taking up too much counter space, this is the one for you. The water pressure and precise temperature control provide reliably good results.

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Baratza Encore Conical Burr Coffee Grinder

Serious coffee lovers don't just need to think about their coffee maker; a quality coffee grinder is just as important. This one uses conical burrs to give you even results, helping to produce excellent coffee.

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Vivimee Ceramic Japanese Ramen Bowls

Ramen and other noodle soups deserve the right vessel, and this gorgeous pair of ramen bowls fits the bill. They come with matching condiment bowls plus wooden chopsticks and soup spoons.

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Henckels Classic Razor-sharp 8-inch Chef's Knife

A quality knife is the one thing every keen cook needs, and you really only need one good one to make your life easier. This versatile chef's knife is extremely sharp and makes light work of all kinds of kitchen prep.

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Staub Ceramic Baking Dish Set

Featuring three ceramic baking dishes of 7.5 by 6 inches, 10.5 by 7.5 inches and 13 by 9 inches, this set covers all bases. You can choose from either cherry or rustic turquoise finishes.

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Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Round Oven

Buyers looking to splash out should consider this gorgeous enameled cast iron pot from Le Creuset. It is suitable for oven or stovetop use and holds 5.25 quarts.

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Worth checking out

• The RoyalHouse Unique Bamboo Cheese Board and Knife Set is perfect for serving cheese and charcuterie.
• If you want to measure precisely while cooking or baking, try the Oxo Good Grips Food Scale.
• Upgrade your cutlery with the Henckels Lani Flatware Set.
• Keep leftovers fresher for longer with S Salient Glass Food Storage Containers.
• The DecoBros Expandable Stackable Kitchen Cabinet and Counter Shelf Organizer helps you make the most of your kitchen storage space.  
• Get the organized kitchen cabinets of your dreams with Aoeoe Glass Storage Jars.
• The Primula Stovetop Espresso and Coffee Maker provides an affordable way to make espresso at home.
• Make food prep easy with the Wusthof Classic Hollow Edge Two-Piece Chef's Knife Set.
• The Calphalon Cast Iron Skillet is a versatile piece of cookware for any kitchen.
• The Ninja Foodi NeverStick Premium 3-quart Saute Pan is excellent if you're looking for a durable nonstick pan.
• Upgrade your bakeware with the Calphalon Nonstick Bakeware Set.
• Tea drinkers will save time and effort with the Hamilton Beach Electric Tea Kettle.
• The Pyrex Easy Grab Four-piece Glass Baking Dish Set with Lids is great for transporting food or storing leftovers after cooking.
• The Hiware Round Cake Pan Set contains three 8-inch cake pans.
• You can use the Cuisinart Chef's Classic Nonstick Loaf Pan for cakes or bread.
• Thanks to the nesting design, KitchenAid Classic Mixing Bowls don't take up too much cabinet space.
• All bakers should consider buying the Wilton Excelle Elite Three-Tier Cooling Rack.
• Make light work of avocados with the Oxo Good Grips 3-in-1 Avocado Slicer.
• The Bokalaka Natural Teak Wooden Kitchen Utensils Set is practical and beautiful.
• Keep your beer fresh with the GrowlerWerks uKeg Carbonated Growler.
• The Kitchy Pizza Cutter Wheel lets you slice your pie with ease.
• Safely slice ingredients with the Oxo Good Grips Chef's Mandoline Slicer.
• The Microplane Artisan Gift Set will meet all your grating needs.
• Measure dry ingredients with the Hudson Essentials Stainless Steel Measuring Cups.
• Measure wet ingredients with the Pyrex Three-Piece Glass Measuring Cup Set.
• Nialnant Cotton Kitchen Dish Cloths are absorbent and effective.
• KitchenAid Asteroid Mini Oven Mitts keep your hands safe from hot dishes.
• Cotton Craft Natural Linen Napkins make any meal seem fancier.
• Quickly chop ingredients with the Cuisinart DLC-2A Mini-Prep Plus Food Processor.
• The generously sized KitchenAid 13-cup Food Processor tackles a range of food prep tasks.
• Blend, chop and whisk with the Hamilton Beach 3-in-1 Hand Blender.
• The NutriBullet Single-Serve Blender is great for more than just smoothies.
• You can blend almost anything with the Ninja Professional Plus Blender DUO with Auto-iQ.
• The Hamilton Beach 7-quart Programmable Slow Cooker can have dinner waiting for you after a long day.
• If you're serious about rice, consider the excellent Zojirushi NP-HCC10XH Induction Heating System Rice Cooker.
• You can pressure cook, slow cook and more with the Instant Pot Max.
• The Instant Vortex Plus 6-quart Air Fryer makes crispy foods with minimal oil.
• This spacious Cuisinart Microwave Oven is great for the whole family.
• Buyers looking for a high-end masticating juicer should consider the Omega Compact Nutrition System Horizontal Juicer.
• Quickly toast bread with the Cuisinart CPT-122BK Two-slice Compact Toaster.

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