Mixers & Mixer Attachments

Elevate Your Cooking Game with Kitchen Mixers

Simplify your culinary endeavors with the versatility of a mixer. As multifunctional kitchen appliances, mixers streamline your cooking and baking processes by performing multiple functions. Electric mixers are typically composed of a motorized base, speed controls and a variety of interchangeable mixer attachments. Whether mixing, beating, kneading or blending ingredients, kitchen mixers allow you to chef everything from silky batters and whipped creams to rich sauces and airy pizza dough. Read on to learn more about the different types of food mixers and how to select the best mixer for your cooking needs.

Different Types of Mixers

Stand Mixers: a stand mixer is a larger, more powerful mixer that sits on your countertop. It contains a stable base, a stand mixer bowl and various attachments like whisks, paddles and dough hooks. Countertop mixers are known for their versatility and capability to handle heavy-duty tasks such as kneading bread dough. Browse KitchenAid stand mixers, notable for their sleek design and wide range of color options. Explore various models ranging from KitchenAid Artisan stand mixers and KitchenAid Artisan Mini stand mixers. Or, shop other brands like smart mixers from GE Profile, Cuisinart stand mixers and SMEG stand mixers.

Hand Mixers: a hand mixer is a handheld kitchen appliance used for mixing, beating and blending ingredients. Compact and lightweight, this device is more manual since you hold it in your hand when operating it. Typically, hand mixers contain two beaters that are attached to the main body of the mixer. What's more? Many models also include additional attachments such as dough hooks and whisks. Hand mixers are a convenient option for tasks that don't require the capacity or power of a stand mixer, such as beating eggs, mixing cake batter or whipping cream. Additionally, their portability and ease of use makes them suitable for individuals with limited kitchen space or for those who prefer a more maneuverable appliance. Explore options like Cuisinart hand mixers and SMEG hand mixers. Similarly, immersion blenders are handheld devices that are used to puree and emulsify ingredients together, focusing on blending rather than mixing.

Add Mixer Attachments for Greater Versatility

Mixer attachments help unleash the full potential of your mixer by allowing you to use your mixer for more than simply combining ingredients. Dough hook attachments are crafted for the making of artisanal bread and pizza dough, while paddle attachments effortlessly blend cookie and cake batters to perfection. Easily switch to whisk attachments to create velvety creams and airy meringues or pastry beater attachments that cut cold butter for light and airy pastries. What's more? You can even browse from specialty stand mixer attachments like spirzalizers, meat grinders and pasta rollers to create an even more adaptable and efficient kitchen appliance.

Selecting a Kitchen Mixer and Mixer Attachments for Your Kitchen

Whether you've been baking for years or are still perfecting your favorite lavender shortbread cookie recipe, find mixers that help you prep, cook, bake and decorate your creations. Before choosing a mixer, think about your kitchen's aesthetic. Does your eating space have a retro feel? Consider a classic red stand mixer or white mixer with attachments for baking and pair with a SMEG refrigerator. Chefs with a more contemporary style might opt for a matte black KitchenAid mixer instead. Either way, you'll need to consider how often you'll use your kitchen mixer. If you love baking cocoa brownies, cakes and other sweet treats for friends and family, look for a professional-grade bowl mixer that's capable of handling routine baking marathons. For smaller tasks, such as whipping egg whites or mixing icings and batters, use a handheld electric mixer instead. Do you only bake during holidays and other special occasions? Go for a cake mixer with a stand mixer bowl that best fits your needs, from ceramic or glass to stainless-steel mixing bowls with spouts. Arrange one on your countertop near the knife block, spice rack or utensil holders to create a charming kitchen display. Or, store your mixer in a low cabinet or shelf to open up counter space while still making it easy to access. Don't forget about attachments for your mixer, too. Mixer attachments like pasta rollers, spiralizers and food grinders make it easy to use your mixer for all sorts of tasks that go beyond baking. What's more? our top stand mixers make for wonderful wedding registry gifts and should be added to your wedding registry checklist.

Speaking of wedding gifts, have you ever wondered what the unwritten rules of gift giving are for various nuptials-related events? Crate & Barrel has you covered (in writing) with our Wedding Gift Etiquette Rules Guide and Bridal Shower Gift Etiquette Rules Guide. Learn how much to spend on wedding gifts, what type of wedding gifts to give, how far in advance to buy wedding gifts and all sorts of useful information when shopping for nuptials. Additionally, our Top 10 Things I Wish I Registered For Guide helps make sure the couple gets everything they need as they begin their new lives together.