1. A can of Easy-Off oven spray because who has the time and energy to scrub for days when you can just spritz and wipe your burned cheese pizza remnants away? Not you!
2. And a three-pack of nonstick oven liners to protect and maintain your handiwork when it’s spick-and-span.
Promising review: “I use these liners religiously in my ovens. They perform well at maintaining cleanliness. The size of the liners is a perfect fit for standard ovens. Clean and reuse consistently. Resists heat up to 500 degrees well. Lightweight and easy to use. Good value for the money.” —M. Marshall
Price: $13.99 for a three-pack
3. A Yonanas soft-serve maker you’ve probably seen around TikTok because reviewers love the dessert-ification of frozen fruit. It comes with a recipe book to get you started, but the possibilities are ~infinite.~
Promising review: “I saw one of these in action at a friend’s house like five years ago and thought it was just a made-up memory because making ice cream out of solely frozen fruit seems wild. But when I saw a TikTok about it, I immediately went to Amazon and bought it. Literally, this was the BEST decision of my life. I cannot believe still how amazing this thing is! It makes the creamiest, best-tasting fruit ice cream ever. It’s easy to take apart and clean, and super easy to use.” —DMCKAY
Price: $36.99+ (available in six colors)
4. And a bottle of Girl Scouts Thin Mints seasoning to sprinkle on top of all your frozen creations!
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Promising review: “I have been using this to mix with Greek yogurt! Feels like I’m eating ice cream but I’m actually having a healthy snack! It tastes really similar to the cookies and is a great way to satisfy a sweet tooth!” —Katelyn Boyle
Price: $4.98 (and try their s’mores seasoning blend, too!)
5. A rectangular lazy Susan because this is a kitchen WIN! No more of your kids digging around in the back of your fridge looking for “the other ketchup” or “my juice box I put in there yesterday.” This baby rotates a full 360 degrees, which means you and your fam can use all your fridge space but in, like, half the searching time.
Check out a TikTok of the rectangular Lazy Susan in action.
Promising review: “This works just like advertised! It fits perfectly on the shelf of my side-by-side Whirlpool fridge, and now I can reach the pickles in the back without doing any acrobatics or climbing on a stool. I was worried it would be a dumb product, but I really like it! Especially good if you have short kids who can’t reach the top shelf or the back of shelves. You do, of course, lose a little bit of room in the corners so the turntable can rotate, but this is so much better than not even remembering what you have crammed back there!” —AMoore
Price: $24.99 (also available in a two-pack)
6. A set of unbreakable plastic plates that are dishwasher safe and come in the most charming pastels. They are especially great if you have kiddos who might “dwop” something on accident. (Paging Dr. Scrub Daddy.)
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Promising review: “Pastel and cute. The bowl-like design makes them suitable for various food items. A cheerful, fun way to eat. Cleanup is fine in the dishwasher.” —Mary Jane Stone
Price: $9.55 for a four-pack
7. A microwave pasta maker since carb loading shouldn’t have to mean “dish loading” when you’re done prepping. This handy dandy pasta maker comes with a straining lid, so you don’t even have to mess with a colander.
For the pasta lovers out there, here are some hearty five-ingredient pasta recipes to try, like pasta Bolognese and creamy sausage and tortellini soup. Pro tip: this microwave pasta maker works on lasagna and ravioli, too!
Promising review: “I’ve had this thing for less than 12 hours, and I’ve used it three times…IT’S MAGICAL. I eat a lot of pasta — like, A LOT. I probably eat pasta at least seven times a week; I love pasta! Boiling water is a pain, and I’ve always hated washing the big pasta pan afterward. Well, this Fasta Pasta puts that to an end. Now, all I have to do is measure my pasta, fill it to the water line, and wait. It’s kind of like Ronco’s ‘set it and forget it.'” —Kate Slater
Price: $17.99
8. A handy dandy ice cube tray if you want the “baby round ice” without the hassle (and expense!) of a tabletop ice maker. Reviewers love the compactness of the tray and ice storage bucket, especially because so many of us already don’t have a ton of freezer space.
Promising review: “We do not use a lot of ice, but our guests like ice. Our fridge does not have a working ice machine, so this is the perfect option. It comes with two trays, and I would say it fits about four trays of ice. It’s super convenient to twist and dump into the bin. If you fill the water tray up too high, it will squirt water out into your face through the holes, but that’s more funny than inconvenient.” —Shannon W.
Price: $12.99+ for a two-pack (available in three sizes and four colors)
9. A jar of Fly By Jing Sichuan Chili Crisp to spice up just about anything: eggs, your fave instant ramen… whatever your heart desires!
Promising review: “This will be a staple. I’ve only had chili crisp twice, both times from the same restaurant. I loved it so much I decided to take a chance and order this, and I *love* it. My only regret is not finding it sooner. Stir it well every time. There’s plenty of ‘crisp’ in my jar. Highly recommend!” —RedAunt
Price: $8.98
10. Or a bottle of Mike’s Hot Honey because there’s no such thing as “too many yummy spicy condiments in my pantry.” (Look, if you haven’t tried Mike’s yet, just put it on your pizza. TRUST. ME.)
Promising reviews: “Oh Michael, what can be said about your most hot of honeys that has yet to be said? My tongue yearns for the sweet burn as my mouth opens almost on its own in anticipation of this honey. I’ve spent days, nay, weeks obsessing over the feeling of the honey drizzling into my mouth and down my chin as I try so desperately to lap up every last drop of this sweet, spicy, and undoubtedly succulent honey. The honey has nearly consumed my entire life as I cannot prepare a dish without looking into the pantry longingly, wondering if this honey will improve yet another unexpected food item (it always does) and bring me endless joy and satisfaction. I have nary a doubt that if you, a fellow consumer, purchase this tantalizing, appetizing, incredibly satisfying honey, you will NOT regret it. Please, I beg of you, do yourself a favor and put this on every food item you shove down your gullet for the rest of your life. Sincerely, Michelle Hot Honey.” —yeehaw dandy
Price: $13.49 (available in multipacks).
11. A six-pack of beverage lid covers for keeping the ~fizz~ in and the bugs, spills, and “is this one mine?” questions out.
12. A fruit and veggie divider that’ll cut everything from berries to carrots into four lengthwise quarters for the perfect snacking (and girl dinner!!) size.
Check out a TikTok of the fruit and veggie divider in action.
Promising review: “If you have toddlers, get it — especially if you’re on the fence. I needed something for grapes, blueberries, blackberries, and other small fruits and veggies we go through so much. My breakfast was getting cold long before I was done cutting fruit for two toddlers. Most cutters only do one grape or berry, but this one can do several grapes and a small handful of blueberries. We will definitely be getting a lot of use out of it in this house.” —Kindle Customer
Price: $9.09
13. A pack of FryAway Waste Cooking Oil Solidifier Powder to make the “what should I do with all this bacon grease” despair vanish faster than your yummy breakfast.
FryAway is a small business that created this cooking oil solidifier to make cleaning up after frying easy.
Promising reviews: “I’m speechless. This product is absolutely amazing! No more trying to find a clean way to dispose of used grease.” —Melissa B
“Recommended 10 out of 10! Buy this ASAP! Easy to use — I followed the directions on the package. Adding this to my must-buy list from now on! So much better than using a funnel and attempting to pour it in a bottle.” —TeachinJay86
Price: $9.99+ (available in two styles)
14. A 52-week tear-off meal planning pad for scratching “eat out less” off your to-do list. Delicious meals favor the prepared, as they say.
Check out a TikTok of the weekly meal planning pad in action.
Sweetzer and Orange is a small business specializing in planners, stationery, and educational products.
Promising review: “The magnet is great, sticks to the fridge very well, and does not slide or move. Perfect for planning meals and adding needed grocery items to the right side. Then you just tear off the right side and head to the store. This has made our family meal planning so much easier!” —SandyBeach
Price: $8.99 (available in two styles)
15. A milk frother wand since we’re all trying to be better about making our beverages at home, but what we’re NOT gonna do is sacrifice the foam.
Promising review: “I’ve been using this handheld frother for a few weeks now, and I’m absolutely in love! It’s so easy to use — just pop in the batteries, press the button, and voilà — creamy, frothy milk in seconds. The stainless steel whisk is sturdy and easy to clean. I’ve used it for both hot and cold milk, and it works like a charm every time. It’s compact and lightweight, making it perfect for travel. Highly recommend!” —Nichole
Price: $9.99+ (available in three styles and 43 colors)
16. A garbage disposal cleaner that’s a total drop-and-go situation and will clean your disposal blades, sidewalls, and beneath the splashguard, ensuring your kitchen smells ~amazing~ with seriously minimal effort.
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This foam is a cleaner that helps eliminate bad smells, but if your garbage disposal is clogged, it’s best to call a plumber.
Promising review: “It seems counterintuitive to put a little packet down your garbage disposal to clean it, but this does actually seem to work, at least for getting out weird smells that baking soda and vinegar don’t really touch. I scrub the sink down first, especially around the garbage disposal area, rinse it down, and then just follow the directions on the package. I have used it with single, large-size sinks and with double sinks — the only difference is that the double sink will have blue cleaning foam rise up the drain, which you rinse away when the disposal sounds clear again. I have tried the foaming cleaner in a can, but unfortunately, it stopped coming out of the can about 10% of the way through. Went back to this tried-and-true.” —KS
Price: $8 for a four-pack
17. And a bottle of Hope’s Perfect Sink Cleaner and Polish when the disposal tabs have done their work, and you want to wipe down the rest of your sink so it’s clean enough to eat off of. (Probably don’t, though.)
Promising reviews: “My stainless sink had streaks on it from using an ultra-strong cleaner. It left a dark shading that I thought was permanent. I’ve tried scrubs, polishers, natural home remedies from online, and just about everything. I read about this sink cleaner from an online best products on Amazon blog. I figured, I’ve tried everything else, so I bought it. IT WORKED!!! I’m thrilled with this cleaner, and it brought the finish back to my stainless steel sink. Highly recommend this product!!” —loriregin
“I have a ceramic sink, but the drain was old and blackened from years of use. This product cleaned it up and shined the old drain. I had tried everything else but to no avail. Whatever is in this is just what you need for old sink metals.” —BonLynLee
Price: $9.95 (available in various sizes and packs)
18. A pack of Affresh dishwasher tablets to give your hardworking dishwasher a well-deserved spa day and yourself the gift of cleaner, less-cloudy dishes.
Promising review: “After using this product, I am happy to report that my $5 investment saved me over $500. I was ready to replace my dishwasher due to super cloudy glasses, residue, and dishes just not getting clean. Then, I became aware that the water softener was no longer doing its job so I had the rental company replace it. Dishwasher performance improved somewhat. I decided to do two more loads before deciding to purchase a new one. Then, I saw a product test review for Affresh. I was ordering some stuff from Amazon anyway, so I added that to my order. When it came, I tossed one of the tablets into the bottom of the full machine per the instructions and ran the regular cycle. I did not expect the results I got! The glassware that I thought was permanently etched and ruined came out like new. Same with cutlery. The difference is unbelievable. I will use this faithfully every month, as recommended. I can even put it on my subscribe and save order so I will get a new pack every six months. I am amazed!” —Sheila
Price: $8.98
19. A pack of bottle-cleaning tablets because your emotional support water bottle probably doesn’t get a good scrub nearly as much as she should and these tabs will remove stains and odors with no scrubbing from you!
Promising review: “These water bottle cleaning tablets are amazing! I had a stainless steel water bottle that I neglected to clean for a while because I didn’t have the right tools. I could use these tablets to soak my water bottle in warm water and see the immediate results. I could see all the debris that was previously invisible rising to the surface, thanks to the bubbling action of the tablets. It’s a simple and convenient way to clean my reusable water bottles. I am truly impressed by this product.” —Karan Muthu
Price: $7.99 (also available in multipacks)
20. A set of reusable Gripstic bag sealers so you can get as many seasonal bags of sweet potato chip flavors as you’d like without worrying about them going stale before you can eat them. These sealers close off the entire bag rather than just a few spots along the top, so your snacks can stay fresh for much longer.
Gripstic is a small business that specializes in reusable chip clips.
Promising review: “I’m a stickler about stale chips and have always used those little snapping clips. I thought they worked pretty well, but they really don’t compare to Gripsticks. The snack that proved this the most was Pirate’s Booty. If these are exposed to air for more than three minutes, they turn into styrofoam peanuts. I promise they’re just as fresh as when you first open them with Gripsticks. They’re going to be my go-to chip clips moving forward.“ —Rachel Campbell
Price: $23.95 for a set of 24 (available in four sets)
21. A slim cutlery organizer I personally purchased after seeing it on BuzzFeed (yes, really) because why aren’t all the organizers like this?? It makes so much more sense to me to have some vertical real estate instead of having my spoons sprawling across my drawer.
Promising review: “I have a tiny kitchen with only three drawers, so space is at a premium. My silverware organizer took up almost all of one drawer, so this organizer is a godsend. You can fit quite a few spoons, etc., in each slot. My beater attachments fit perfectly into the top two hollows. I will say I have to flip my forks over face down in order to be able to shut and open my drawer, but then the drawer itself is kind of shallow. You NEED this if you have a small kitchen with few drawers!” —mialro
Price: $9.59 (also available in bamboo and a compact size)
P.S. You can get the knife organizer for $9.98, too.
22. A magnetic air fryer cheat sheet because you’re far too busy fan-casting the next season of Bridgerton to remember how long to cook those mozzarella sticks. This will save you the agony of finding your phone and waiting for Google to load.
Promising review: “I bought an air fryer several months ago, which I haven’t used a whole lot because it came with only a few recipes but not enough info on other items to cook. This cheat sheet gives you cooking times and temperatures for a lot of your common everyday foods in a magnetized, easy-to-read, two-sheet combo that fills in where the air fryer pamphlet that came with the unit leaves out. I also bought an air fryer cookbook, but this only comes with specific recipes, whereas the cheat sheet fills in the void for quick basic needs. Very happy with this purchase! 😁” —B. Frank Smith
Price: $7.87+ (available in two colors)
23. Or a vintage-y looking kitchen measurement conversion magnet that bakers, especially, will rejoice in owning because we’re SORRY we don’t use the metric system, okay? But we shouldn’t be punished by being limited in our cookie recipe choices.
Levain & Co is a small business that specializes in kitchen conversion charts and kitchen tools.
Promising review: “I bake often (following recipes on the internet) and usually have to convert some of the ingredient amounts. I’m glad I got this — super helpful, especially because it has the conversions for different ingredients. It’s also very cute! It’s not too big either, which is a plus.” —Jasmine
Price: $11.95 (available in two styles)
24. A veggie chopper that you’ll wonder how you ever survived without because meal prep seems far less daunting when you can simply squish your veggies into cubes in one fell swoop instead of, you know, fumbling around with your knife skills for a while.
Check out a TikTok of the veggie chopper in action.
Promising review: “Makes life so much easier. I can’t imagine chopping onions or bell peppers by hand anymore, and it does so much more. We used to have a Prepworks chopper, which was a similar idea, but you had to press so hard to chop and it broke after not too long. This one requires very little effort to cut through the food, and it has a generous container.” —Amazon Customer
Price: $18.31+ (available in four colors and four sizes)
25. A guacamole saver if you love making fresh guac but hate that it tends to go brown the moment you look away. Reviewers say this handy container keeps their dip fresh for weeks, but look, even if it just gives you an extra handful of days, that’s a major win for chips-and-dip enthusiasts everywhere.
Promising review: “How did I ever survive without this product? This guacamole keeper is the best purchase ever! No more throwing away brown guacamole because this keeps it fresh for weeks! If you love guac, you absolutely need to add this to your cart immediately; you will not be disappointed. This is a 10/10!” —Amazon Customer
Price: $15.99
26. An easy-open can opener for getting pesky soup and soda cans to bend to your will rather than, you know, bending your fingernails.
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Promising review: “Arthritis has my hands extremely stiff in the morning, and getting a cat food can open was a huge logistical challenge. This thing has made it so easy it’s kind of ridiculous. It’s not just that it pulls up the tab but also that you can use it as a lever to pull the lid off. Just brilliant.” —Melissa
Price: $6.98 (also available in a three-pack)
27. A stainless steel cleaner and polish because streaky fridges and handprint-decorated microwaves are not very demure, and this will get you and your cooking space back to being cutesy in no time.
Promising review: “This product’s nothing short of A MIRACLE… I’ve professionally cleaned and done environmental health for a long time, and this is by far one of the BEST stainless steel cleaners/polishes I’ve ever used. I love stainless steel but was not looking forward to dealing with the constant fingerprints… since it normally NEVER looks good unless being cleaned constantly. I have been able to go FIVE whole days before having to clean our fridge because it keeps the fingerprints down that well! Not just on the refrigerator either — my dishwasher, my stovetop/oven, and my microwave! The scent is DIVINE, leaving such a clean fragrance, not chemically smelly at all. LOVE THIS STUFF! Believe that our kids are HARD on anything that’s clean!!” —Jackie
Price: $19.95 for a bottle and a microfiber cleaning cloth
28. A box of Maldon Sea Salt Flakes that not only tastes great but also allows you to finally live out your “I’m sprinkling this like a professional chef” Ratatouille dreams by pinching some of this on top of literally anything.
29. A nonslip waterproof shelf liner so the next time your pickle jar has the nerve to leak in your fridge or your spices spill in the cabinet, this catchall liner will make cleanup a breeze. Also? It’s just plain cute and they’ve got tons of print options.
30. A bottle of Goo Gone kitchen degreaser if you’ve been meaning to clean some cooking splatters but you’ve been putting it off because so. much. scrubbing. With Goo Gone, fret not! It’s powerful enough to eliminate stubborn stains but gentle enough for daily use.
Promising review: “Works like a charm. The new design makes it much easier to spray a surface as it has almost a weight to the nozzle trigger, so there is more pressure. Great product that I use for my kitchen. Excellent at removing sticky grease from cabinets, under the microwave, etc.” —Josh S
Price: $6.99
31. A pack of Swedish dishcloths that will make paper towels shake in their boots. These are reusable, absorbent, and machine washable, which is going to help you save money (why are paper towels SO EXPENSIVE?) and the environment. We love to see it.
Use these again and again, and compost them when you’re done since they’re made of natural cellulose and cotton.
Promising review: “Great replacement for paper towels. I’ve been using them almost nonstop. It washed beautifully and was so easy to use. Dries totally with no musty smells. Appropriately thick for frequent use with no tearing. The colors are bright and haven’t faded yet. The texture is soft without being fuzzy. Nice product.” —Deanna Sheeks
Price: $15.75+ (available in nine colors)
32. A “Gracula” garlic crusher that’ll save your hands from smelling like garlic and your eyes from having to look at another boring kitchen gadget. It’s basically saying, “No thank you,” to mundanity and has made an entire brand on the premise of, “Why not make it cute, though?”
Promising review: “I love this little guy. I found him on a BuzzFeed list and had to have it as soon as I saw it! I’ve minced as many as five cloves in it in seconds. It’s a little tricky getting all of the garlic out once minced (I use a silicone basting brush to get most of it, but I always use more than the recipe calls for anyway, so it’s not a deal breaker). Cleanup is a breeze because he goes right in the dishwasher!” —Barbie
Price: $19.95
33. A set of Rubbermaid containers perfect for preserving the last of the summer berries for as long as possible. These containers use FreshVent tech to regulate the airflow over your produce for maximum freshness.
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Promising review: “After trying any number of other ‘stay fresh’ containers and bags, I can tell you that nothing beats these. I’ve had peppers, cucumbers, kale, and more last two weeks or more in these things. They’re also safe to put in the top rack of your dishwasher. These come in a variety of sizes, and I’m not ashamed to say I have most of them. The one con is that they are a bit bulky and can fill up your fridge fast. The bigger pro, though, is that I’m no longer throwing my hard-earned money down the garbage disposal because I didn’t eat the veggies before they spoiled. Get these! You will not be sorry.” —Amazon Customer
Price: $29.07+ (available in various sets and sizes).
BTW, you can out our Rubbermaid FreshWorks Produce Saver review for more!
34. A bottle of Dawn Powerwash spray for anyone who loves the ~idea~ of “just let it soak” but in practice just wants to get those dirty dishes out of their sink ASAP. Just as easy as soaking but twice as fast, I use this all the time and would like to note that it also smells nice, which is NOT always the case with high-powered soaps!
Check out a TikTok of the Dawn Powerwash Spray to see it in action!
Here’s what BuzzFeeder Elizabeth Lilly has to say about this spray: “I live in an apartment without a dishwasher, and I honestly use that as an excuse to order takeout food instead of cooking. But, as soon as I got my hands on a bottle of this stuff (regular Dawn is my go-to dish soap, BTW), I put it to use on both a saucepan I used to make homemade enchilada sauce *and* the casserole dish I baked those enchiladas, which had a ton of caked-on food. It really does work like I say it does! Like, scary well.”
Price: $8.44+ (available in various sizes and multipacks)
35. A set of toaster bags if you want to Pop-Tart-ify your grilled cheese regimen. These bags are reusable, too, so they can sustain your toasted sandwich habit all season long. (Peak grilled cheese and tomato soup season is upon us, y’all.)
You can also heat up pizza slices, chicken nuggets, and more with it, meaning you’ll have dinner ready in a matter of minutes. Reviewers say these are also great for anyone with a gluten allergy who needs to keep their bread separate in the toaster. Check ’em out on TikTok here!
Promising review: “TikTok made me buy this!! I do not regret it. 🙂 Great purchase for the grilled cheese lovers. It’s easy to use, easy to clean, and easy to store. Highly recommend.” —Gloria Nunez
Price: $4.99+ (available in packs of 4, 6, and 10)
36. A cheese keeper because we all ought to be doing the most to preserve our greatest assets: The fancy cheeses we bought from the deli case.
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Promising review: “Oh wow! I followed the directions and put that moist paper towel in with my cheese, on the bottom and put some unwrapped and cut Jarlsberg wedge in it. I left for vacation and two weeks later came back, and it was still fresh and moist and not moldy! Huzzah! I’m MIGHTY impressed with this simple gadget. I hate food waste, and this is super helpful!” —Awesome Taste
Price: $9.49
37. A set of stick-on appliance sliders so you don’t have to summon the strength of a bodybuilder if you want to use your KitchenAid mixer.
Check out a TikTok of the appliance sliders in action.
Promising review: “These are a game changer! I have some heavy appliances like my espresso machine and reverse osmosis filter that I hate to pull out to fill with water. These tiny sliders have been incredible! Immediately better, and so far (about three months in), no issues at all. Still gliding!” —sara
Price: $9.99+ (available in five sizes)
38. And finally, a three-pack of Scrub Daddy Sponges that are just as happy to see you as you are happy to use them to clean dishes, counters, and tabletops.
Promising review: “I have loved these for years. I love the fact that you can either use them when you need something soft or firm, depending on the temperature of the water. They scrub my sink without scratching. They clean my baking sheets, too. I bought some for my daughter-in-law and not only does she love them, but my grandsons think they are amazing. They said the Scrub Daddy makes cleaning the dishes easier when they’re doing their chores. They are easy to grip, and if rinsed after use, they do not retain odor or stains like sponges. You can get a lot of use out of one before it is time to replace them. I find them more durable than a sponge, too. Buying them on Amazon makes a heck of a deal!” —Mikki
Price: $13.85+ for three (available in three color sets and a multipack)
The reviews for this post have been edited for length and clarity.
