46 Kitchen Tools You Never Knew You Needed (2024)

Ah, cooking. It’s definitely one of those things you either love or you hate. But most people fall somewhere between hopeless failure and kitchen whiz—progress is all about trending more toward the latter and away from the former. The good news is, if you’re here browsing Delish, chances are that you're already headed in the right direction.

Are you a beginner on a mission to improve your egg-frying game? A seasoned pro who strives to cook up restaurant-quality fare? Rest assured that no matter your skill level, there’s always room for growth. To maximize kitchen success, it's key to streamline the cooking experience as much as possible—and we’ve got just the tools to do it.

Want to jump into composting, but don’t know where to start? Well, start here with the delightful Bamboo Kitchen Compost Bin that brings style to composting. No more ugly plastic bins or foul-smelling compost—this one’s made of sustainable materials that will eventually compost themselves!!

Standing in the kitchen all day can be hard on your feet, but L.L. Bean's Waterhog Comfort Mat provides support. Its thick rubber backing shields your feet from the hard floor, melting away the pain that comes with standing for long periods of time.

Williams Sonoma's Stainless-Steel French Press is a sleek take on the classic French Press. Your coffee will also stay hot way longer than the glass varieties. No one likes a cold cup of coffee. Unless it's cold brew. But that's a different story.

Going on a picnic and can’t fathom the thought of leaving your wine behind? Take it with you! The Picnic Time Insulated Wine Cooler Bag will keep your wine (or Champagne) cool, safe, and stylish, too. And it fits two bottles.

Stop paying so much for expensive cold brew! You can make your own at home with KitchenAid's Cold Brew Coffee Maker. All you have to do is add beans and water (or milk), let it sit for 12-24 hours, and voila! A rich cup of coffee.

Amazon shoppers are obsessed with this Kuhn Rikon Smooth Touch Can Opener (hence the more than 1,500 five-star reviews). Besides functioning as a traditional can opener, the other end can be used to open tricky metal lids without ruining your nails, twist open stubborn plastic bottles, and pop off glass bottle tops. Plus, the can opener side has a tiny set of tweezers attached so you don't have to remove lids with your hands.

Tired of throwing out food that's gone bad before you've even had a chance to touch it, let alone cook it? The Anova Precision Sous Vide Vacuum Sealer will seriously extend the lifespan of your meals—up to three years for meat. It'll extend your freezer space, too!

Update your oven mitt situation with the MacKenzie-Childs Royal Harlequin Oven Mitt, which puts a royal spin on the classic jester pattern. It's made with 100-percent cotton to ensure your hands never get burned again. You’d be a clown not to buy this!

Need somewhere to put your cookies that’s both adorable and practical? Consider this totally cute Disney Mickey Mouse Cookie Jar crafted with sturdy stoneware and hand-painted decorations. Bonus points if you put Mickey Mouse shaped cookies in them.

Looking for a gadget that will make all of your sandwich components in one fell swoop? Hamilton Beach has got you covered with its Breakfast Sandwich Maker. Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, after all.

New to making sushi at home? It's no secret that getting a tight roll is the hardest part. However, the one-touch Hayworths Sushi Maker Roller Machine will make things a little easier.

Take the work out of making an apple pie. Or a pear pie. Or a... potato pie? Is that a thing? Either way, you can peel and slice any of them in a heartbeat with the Norpro Apple Master.

"As I spiralized, I looked towards Heaven and thanked my God for blessing the world with this tool," said one reviewer. I don't think we need any more convincing to add the Spiralizer 7-Blade Vegetable Slicer to our shopping carts.

Prepara's Trio-Tri Blade Peeler has three blades means you can peel hard skins, soft skins, and julienne, all in one. It's ergonomically and thoughtfully designed, and works well for those with limited mobility.

Buying those green juices every day seriously adds up, so why not try a juicer? Reviewers say that the Breville Juice Fountain Cold Plus is incredibly easy to clean: It disassembles completely for a thorough wash, and nothing gets trapped in the base or any of the removable pieces. And it's extremely powerful—this baby can even handle a whole apple!