I grew up using a KitchenAid for almost everything. Whether that was making cookies, pie dough, or mashed potatoes. It seriously saved me time and made everything easy when making dishes. Also.. it never broke down; it was always so sturdy that it lasted for over 20 YEARS (my parents only replaced it because they wanted a new one).
Right now I don’t have room for a KitchenAid; we’re full-time travelers so that wouldn’t make any sense. However when I finally have a home base, you can bet that I’ll have one.. and I’m definitely trying out these KitchenAid hacks.
So feel free to check them out, let me know what you think, and be sure to head over to the original source!
(Psst.. you can get a KitchenAid here
Use a Towel to Contain Ingredients
Found from The Krazy Coupon Lady
One of the only things that makes me stand back from the KitchenAid when starting to mix, is when there’s a whole bunch of flour that might get on me (never does so I’m not sure why that’s a fear).. which is why I really like this hack.
Chill Your Bowl Before to Get Fluffier Whipped Cream
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I’m not reallly an expert at whipped cream… but hopefully this easy trick can help me out.
Pasta Extruder Attachment
Ok, so I’ve always wanted to make my own pasta, and that means as soon as I get a house, I’m buying this along with a KitchenAid (no joke).
Shred Chicken (or Pork) with Your KitchenAid
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I’m not a huge fan of shredding meat with forks, so as you can imagine, I’m liking this tip.
you can find a KitchenAid here
Use an Ice Cream Lid as a Splash Guard
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We all seem to have random empty ice cream buckets hanging around for something right (storage I guess)? So why not finally put them to good use and cut the lid to fit the KitchenAid for splatter control?
Slide it Over More Easily with Towel
Found from The Krazy Coupon Lady
I kinda hate picking up the KitchenAid since it’s so heavy, so I end up trying to slide it which ends up making a weird (and annoying) thud noise. So this towel hack will definitely come in handy.
Try Using it in Multiple Ways for a Month
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KitchenAid has a 30 day warranty, which means if something’s wrong, send it back for another. So try using it in any way you can for a month (at least a couple times a week) and see if anything needs fixing.
Store the Attachments for More Room (And Easy Access)
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Now this is something I used to do all the time. I hated putting the dishes away after being cleaned, but the easiest thing to put away? The KitchenAid attachments cuz they went straight into the bowl.
If you don’t have a KitchenAid, then I’d definitely suggest you get one. They last FOREVER and they can do so much. They make things so much easier and faster when cooking (especially around the holidays). All you have to do is just dump the ingredients in and take care of something else while the KitchenAid does all the work.
You can get a KitchenAid here!
Now if you have any questions about these KitchenAid hacks and tips, just let me know in the comments down below! I’d be glad to help you out!
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If you make a lot of bread, you will want the heavier duty, more expensive model. I use mine a lot, but Kitchen Aid stand mixers don’t last forever, but they are repairable. I stripped the gears preparing for.my daughters graduation party. I found a person who could repair it, they said they already had the part from ordering extra gears for another Kitchen Aid mixer they had repaired. By the time I got home after dropping it off, they had called to let me know that the past they had was nylon while the same gear on mine is aluminum. I had to wait a few days for the repair, but it was worth it!
Thanks for letting us know Sally! That’s interesting!
I just love my KitchenAid, the Best Birthday present my awesome daughter gave me because I love baking and cooking. Thank you for sharing the hacks.
I’m so glad you enjoyed the hacks Judith! 🙂
I love mine. Quite a bargain. $30 at the fl8and that included tools. Works like a dream
That’s so cool Michael! Glad you like yours! ^_^
I love my KitchenAid. I keep it on an old typewriter table.. I can roll it into the corner of my kitchen when not in use.. The sides of the table let up to use as a shelf, to hold ingredients while mixing a cake. Great tips. Thanks. Clare
My KitchenAid is about 25 years old now, and still running like a champ. I keep it on a plastic cutting board that has a cut-out handle. It is easy to slide it into and out of the corner where it lives.
That’s so cool to hear about Barbara! 🙂
My dad gave 1 to my mom over 50 years ago and shevgave it to me and I am 55 and it still works
That’s so awesome Mary Jo! I love Kitchen Aids. ^_^
I love my kitchen aid stand mixer!!! I’ve always had the hand mixer. Well after my house burned down in 2011, which meant I had to replace EVERYTHING! I splurged and got the stand mixer. So glad I did. Thanks for the hacks!!
I’m so glad you love yours Dawn 🙂
Great ideas. I LOVE my Kitchen Aid. =)
-AnchoredinSweets
I have had one for years and love it dearly. Best present my ex ever gave me except my children. One thing I do is keep a dish towel over mine all the time when not in use .I don’t even let mine get dusty such a wonderful tool. Happy baking!
I’m glad you get so much use and enjoyment out of it Carol! 🙂
Awesome hacks! I do not have the kitchen Aid yet but, I will get it someday. Who knows? I’ve pinned this. Thank you for sharing.