With all the cooking many of us are doing now more than ever, it's easy to find gaps in your current kitchen appliance or cookware collection. While it's tempting to splurge on versatile pieces like cast iron Dutch ovens and pressure cookers, they truly can't do everything you need to put dinner on the table. So if you're shopping for life-saving gadgets or appliances that do the hard work for you, you'll certainly want to check out Amazon's best-kept secret aka a storefront stuffed with wow-worthy deals.
Amazon's Outlet store is filled with hidden sales on smart home tech, garden must-haves, and of course, kitchen essentials. Within the popular kitchen section, you'll find nearly 1,400 sales happening right now on best-sellers and popular picks from brands like Nutrichef, KitchenAid, Cuisinart, Blendtec, Nordic Ware, and more—up to 57% off. So whether you're looking to upgrade outdated kitchenware or add new cooking devices to your routine, now's certainly the time to buy.
You can't go wrong with cast iron cookware—it's durable and heats up evenly to ensure the perfect sear. Anyone who's new to the material might want to start small, and this mini square frying pan just might be the thing you need. The deep pan provides 5 inches of cooking surface and is ideal for omelets, grilled cheese sandwiches, and flapjacks. However, those who have a sweet tooth should definitely check out this 12-cup bundt pan from Nordic Ware that makes cakes look absolutely divine. And with its nonstick surface, it'll come out perfectly every time.
To buy: CasaModa Cast Iron Mini Square Fry Pan, $13 (originally $17) at amazon.com
To buy: Michelangelo 11-Inch Nonstick Copper Frying Pan, $33 (originally $60) at amazon.com
To buy: Krokori Ceramic Baking Dish Set, $35 (originally $50) at amazon.com
To buy: Nordic Ware Original ProCast Bundt Pan, $24 (originally $32) at amazon.com
To buy: Cuisinart Power Advantage 6-Speed Hand Mixer, $38 (originally $50) at amazon.com
If you're simply looking for a handy gadget that'll make life a little easier, consider this manual food processor that dices and chops veggies, fruit, or really anything with just a few pulls via the handle. It's no wonder it has earned more than 3,600 five-star ratings from shoppers who love it, and it's on sale with a hidden coupon.
While you could always sharpen your knives, sometimes they're too far gone to be saved. In those instances, it's probably best to upgrade to a new set, like this 16-piece knife block that comes with practically every option you'd need in the kitchen, including a chef's knife, slicing knife, bread knife. This bundle is 30% off right now.
To buy: Zyliss Easy Pull Food Chopper, $32 (originally $40) at amazon.com
To buy: Mikasa Harmony 65-Piece Silverware Set, $131 (originally $300) at amazon.com
To buy: Vestaware Knife 16-Piece Set, $133 (originally $190) at amazon.com
To buy: KitchenAid Stainless Steel Wire Masher, $13 (originally $15) at amazon.com
To buy: Allwin-Houseware Stainless Steel Kitchen Tongs, $9 (originally $17) at amazon.com
As far as appliance deals are concerned, there are a few that need to be on your radar. One in particular is the Elite Gourmet air fryer that makes everything from fries and wings to shrimp and cauliflower bites. The best part? This device is on sale for just $32. Another affordable must-have is this Chefman immersion blender that's perfect for pureeing vegetables or soup that's good for the soul. You can get it for 28% off.
To buy: NutriChef Food Vacuum Sealer, $85 (originally $111) at amazon.com
To buy: Chefman 300-Watt 12-Speed Immersion Blender, $29 (originally $40) at amazon.com
To buy: Elite Gourmet 1-Quart Personal Air Fryer, $32 (originally $38) at amazon.com
To buy: Blendtec Classic 575 Blender, $395 (originally $510) at amazon.com
To buy: Delish by Dash Stand Mixer, $48 (originally $80) at amazon.com
Want to see what else is on sale right now? Head straight to Amazon's Outlet store for even more kitchen deals before they're gone.