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- The best KitchenAid mixers serve as an indispensable tool as you bake cakes, pies, bread, cookies, and other delicious treats.
- They can knead the toughest dough for long periods of time, and they are versatile enough to make pasta and sausage.
- The KitchenAid Artisan Tilt-Head Stand Mixer with Pouring Shield tops our list because it does all of these things and more.
Aside from the satisfaction of a job well done, making your own baked goods from scratch tastes better, is better for you, and it generally costs much less than buying products from the store. KitchenAid mixers make home baking a cinch.
Even if baking isn't your thing, there are plenty of secondary uses for these mixers that make them well worth your money. If you have ever watched one of those prime-time cooking shows, you have likely noticed a KitchenAid mixer in the kitchen. They are the standard in the industry. Here are some things to consider when you are ready to ramp up your culinary experience.
Tilt head versus bowl lift
KitchenAid mixers come with a tilt head or a lever that lifts your bowl up to the mixing attachment. The one that is best for you depends on how much space you have. The lift models tend to be taller and wider, therefore they require more counter space. But, they generally perform better than the tilt-head units, which can bounce when handling larger batches of dough.
Accessories and attachments
One of the aspects of KitchenAid mixers that sets them apart from the competition is the array of optional attachments and accessories available. Most of the attachments work with any of the company's stand mixers. Here are a few of the most popular accessories:
- Ice Cream Maker: In 20 to 30 minutes, this attachment will make up to two quarts of gelato, sorbet, or ice cream.
- Pasta Roller and Cutter: Stainless steel cutters and rollers produce six-inch sheets of pasta with eight thickness settings and can be cut for fettuccine, spaghetti, and more.
- Food Grinder: Use this to grind dried bread, meat, vegetables, cheeses, firm fruit, and use it with the stuffer set to make sausage.
- Food Processor: This attachment will shred, dice, julienne, and slice any vegetables, cheeses, and fruits.
Although there are a lot of similarities between models - including high-quality construction and a one-year warranty - not all KitchenAid mixers are the same. Based on our assessment of the reviews and ratings of thousands of buyers and experts, we have come up with recommendations that will guide you in choosing the best KitchenAid mixer for your needs.
Here are the best KitchenAid mixers for 2019:
- Best overall: KitchenAid Artisan Tilt-Head Stand Mixer with Pouring Shield
- Best on a budget: KitchenAid 4.5-Quart Classic Series Stand Mixer
- Best for bread: KitchenAid Professional 5 Plus Series Stand Mixer
- Best for pros: KitchenAid 6 Qt. Professional 600 Series Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer
- Best fancy model: KitchenAid 5-Qt. Artisan Design Series with Glass Bowl
- Check out our full guide to the best KitchenAid attachments
Updated on 03/22/2019 by Malarie Gokey: Added links to the best KitchenAid accessories and how to use them. Updated prices and formatting.
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