The 51 Best Amazon Black Friday Kitchen Gear Deals 2025

Including a fantastic deal on our favorite Breville air fryer toaster oven.

Amazon’s Black Friday sale has officially started—yes, the deals are already rolling in. My colleagues and I sorted through thousands of products to find the best deals on tested-and-approved kitchen gear, like our favorite Breville toaster oven air fryer, a Meater Bluetooth wireless probe thermometer, and an excellent, budget-friendly Cuisinart food processor. With Amazon’s Black Friday sale starting early this year, you can check one more thing off your list and get your shopping sorted before the rush.

Amazon's Black Friday Sale Is Here: These Are Some of the Best Kitchen Gear Deals, at a Glance

• A Blender Worth Buying Now That It’s on Sale: Vitamix 5200 Blender
• Sell-Out Risk: Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro
• A KitchenAid Pasta Maker Attachment That’s $70 Off: KitchenAid Stand Mixer 3-Piece Pasta Roller & Cutter Set
• A Futuristic Ice Cream Machine: Ninja Creami
• A $7 Vegetable Peeler: KitchenAid Classic Y Peeler
• A Manual Citrus Juicer That’ll Be Your Main Squeeze: Chef’n Freshforce Citrus Juicer
• The Best Stand Mixer Shaved Ice Maker Attachment: KitchenAid Shaved Ice Attachment
• A Wallet-Friendly Set of Pasta Bowls That Are Even Cheaper Now: Y YHY Pasta Bowls
• The Best Variable Kettle for Tea Drinkers: Fellow Corvo EKG Electric Kettle
• The Best Budget Food Processor: Cuisinart 14-Cup Food Processor
• The Best Wine Glasses: Riedel Vinum Riesling Grand Cru/Zinfandel Wine Glasses
• The Best Plastic Meal Prep Containers: Rubbermaid Brilliance 3.2-Cup Food Storage Container, 5-Pack

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  A Blender Worth Buying Now That It’s on Sale: Vitamix 5200 Blender

  $550 $300 at Amazon

  This powerful blender should be in your cart, and doubly so now that it’s on sale. The tall tapered jar ensures a proper vortex, so you can make your cranberry sauce silky smooth to satisfy chunky sauce haters.

  To Find the 6 Best Blenders, I Made Smoothies, Frozen Margaritas, Mayo, and More

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  An Air Fryer Toaster Oven Our Team Swears By: Breville Smart Oven Air Fryer Pro

  $400 $300 at Amazon

  Anytime I need to bake, roast, or braise something, if I can use my Breville Smart Oven, I will. It heats up so much faster than my standard oven, and the convection fan cuts off around 10 minutes every time. Plus, it has both air fryer and toasting abilities. It’s a one-and-done kinda gadget, which is my favorite kind of gadget. It’s on sale early for Black Friday this year, so get yourself another oven to make your holiday cooking a little easier. 

  To Find the Best Air Fryer Toaster Ovens, We Went Through 12 Pounds of French Fries

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  A KitchenAid Pasta Maker Attachment That’s 40% Off: KitchenAid Stand Mixer 3-Piece Pasta Roller & Cutter Set

  $250 $180 at Amazon

  If rolling sheets of lasagna or slicing spaghetti gives you a thrill, consider this KitchenAid pasta maker attachment, which is nearly 30% off. Just pop it on your stand mixer, turn it on, and it’ll spin dough into delicate, edible golden strands. 

  I Tested 13 Pasta Makers to Find the Best Ones for Making Spaghetti, Linguini, and More

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  A Futuristic Ice Cream Machine: Ninja Creami

  $200 $180 at Amazon

  Sure, we didn’t adore the Ninja Creami, but there are a lot of folks out there who want to make “ice cream” out of cottage cheese and canned peaches. You do you. If that’s up your alley, then you’ll probably enjoy the whirring, futuristic-looking Creami. It’s loud, but it does whiz up silky sorbet fast (just remember to freeze your base in advance). It’s also on sale early, so if you’re looking to gift it, now’s the time to buy. 

  We Reviewed the Ninja Creami to See if It Lives Up to the Hype

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  A Vegetable Peeler with a Grippy Handle: KitchenAid Classic Y Peeler

  $11 $7 at Amazon

  When deal days roll around, let me tell you what I’m stocking up on: cat food (I have two very hungry fur babies), dishwasher pods (they’re expensive!), and Y-peelers. You truly can never have too many of the latter! They’re handy for peeling apples and potatoes, slicing a strip of lemon peel for a cocktail garnish, or even creating curls of Parm for salads. This one from KitchenAid has a grippy handle so it won’t slip when you’re moving it over slick apple skin. 

  I Tested 14 Vegetable Peelers to Find the Best Ones for Potatoes, Apples, and More

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  A Manual Citrus Juicer That’ll Be Your Main Squeeze: Chef'n Freshforce Citrus Juicer

  $25 $15 at Amazon

  Everyone at Serious Eats loves this juicer. It’s one of the most popular “I wish someone would gift it to me” items when we poll the team. The reason? It’s efficient, wrings out every last drop, and doesn’t spray everything with lemon juice. At this price, I’d buy two. 

  I Put 13 Citrus Juicers to the Test—Our Top Picks Squeezed Out the Competition

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  The Best KitchenAid Shaved Ice Maker Attachment: KitchenAid Shave Ice Attachment

  $120 $80 at Amazon

  Do you need a shaved ice attachment? No. But heck, it’s fun, especially in the summer when all you really want to eat are ice pops. This attachment from KitchenAid shaves fluffy, airy piles of ice that you can drizzle with your favorite fruit syrups and condensed milk—yum. 

  The Best KitchenAid Attachments (for Burgers, Pasta, and Shaved Iced)

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  A Wallet-Friendly Set of Pasta Bowls: Y YHY Pasta Bowls

  $50 $29 at Amazon

  I use these bowls for more than just pasta. They’re a great size for serving soups, and the wide surface area helps cool down anything a little too hot.  I even use them for my morning hard-boiled egg and slice of toast. They’re simple, will fit in with any kitchen decor, and stack neatly without chipping. And a set of six for about $30? Not a bad deal. Make sure to click the coupon to get the highest discount!

  To Find the Best Pasta Bowls, We Cooked Boxes and Boxes of Spaghetti

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  The Best Variable Kettle for Tea Drinkers: Fellow Corvo EKG Electric Kettle

  $195 $170 at Amazon

  This elegant kettle would make a great gift for the aesthetic person in your life who only buys the best loose-leaf tea. The Fellow Corvo lets you home in on precise water temperatures in single-degree increments (between 104°F and 212°F), so green, black, herbal, and white tea can showcase their full potential. 

  After Testing 24 Electric Tea Kettles, I Got the Tea on the Best Ones

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  The Best Budget Food Processor: Cuisinart 14-Cup Food Processor

  $320 $220 at Amazon

  This straightforward Cuisinart food processor has just two buttons and three blade options, but don’t let that fool you. It’s a powerful machine that accomplished all our tasks with ease, plus it was easier to store than the other attachment-heavy processor sets we tested. It’s even more budget-friendly right now ($100 off!) during Amazon’s holiday kitchen sales.

  Pulse! Pulverize! These Are the 7 Best Food Processors

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  The Best Wine Glasses: Riedel Vinum Riesling Grand Cru/Zinfandel Wine Glasses

  $79 $52 at Amazon

  Our favorite wine glasses are almost 40% off! If that doesn’t grab your attention, I don’t know what will. That’s a fantastic deal! They’re elegant, sturdy, and most importantly, open a pour of wine so you can enjoy its bouquet of flavors. How fancy! 

  These 8 Outstanding Wine Glasses Can Handle Reds, Whites, and Bubbles

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  The Best Plastic Meal Prep Containers: Rubbermaid Brilliance 3.2-Cup Food Storage Container, 5-Pack

  $40 $28 at Amazon

  Do you have a cabinet full of mismatched leftovers containers and lids, many of which are stained and smell like the ghost of meals past? Clean it out and get a set of our favorite stackable, BPA-free containers. They have watertight lids, and we couldn’t get them to stain or smell, no matter how hard we tried. 

  I Tested 10 Meal Prep Containers to Find 3 Sturdy, Leakproof Dinner Storage Solutions

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  The Best Nonstick Baking Pan: USA Pan 8-Inch Square Pan

  $27 $21 at Amazon

  This pan is coated with a PTFE-free, silicone-based nonstick layer that releases baked goods easily, every time. Thanks to their squared-off edges, USA pans are the only ones that Serious Eats writer Ashlee Redger uses when she wants picture-perfect brownies, snack cakes, and bars. Get it now to have it in time for holiday baking.

  To Find the Best Baking Pans, I Baked Dozens of Blondies and Cakes

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  A Classic Bundt Pan: Nordic Ware 12-Cup Original Sparkling Silver Bundt Pan

  $38 $25 at Amazon

  There are few greater baking disappointments than flipping your bundt cake over to find only half of it came out of the pan. This one released cakes like a champ during our tests, and its light, nonstick surface helped us bake evenly browned, centerpiece-worthy desserts. 

  I Tested 9 Bundt Pans, and the Winner Is a 75-year-old Classic From Nordic Ware

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  The Best Ramekins: Dowan 4-Ounce Ramekins

  $19 $12 at Amazon

  Even when we’re not making airy souffles and rich crème brûlées on the regular, we like having a set of ramekins on hand for holding mise en place ingredients, serving dips, and broiling cheese on top of individual portions of baked pasta. These are our favorites because they have textured sides that are easy to grip with tongs and stack nicely when not in use.

  I Tested 10 Ramekins to Find the Best Ones for Soufflés, Custards, and More

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  A Go-To Stainless Steel Water Bottle: Hydro Flask 24-Ounce Wide Mouth Water Bottle with Flex Straw

  $40 $34 at Amazon

  Everybody deserves to have a reusable water bottle they love, and we think you’ll appreciate this one from Hydro Flask. It’s cupholder-friendly and kept water cold for hours during our tests. The bottle comes in a variety of colors, though discounts may vary from hue to hue.

  Leakproof and Lovely: We Tested 12 Water Bottles to Find the Best Ones for Staying Hydrated

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  The Best Pellet Outdoor Pizza Oven: Ninja Woodfire 8-in-1 Outdoor Oven

  $400 $300 at Amazon

  This is a fantastic pizza oven for beginners because of its moderate heat range and intuitive digital control panel. Since it uses wood pellets as its fuel, it imparts a pleasantly smoky flavor to your pies and whatever else you cook inside; during testing, we dreamed of using it for roast chickens. 

  The 8 Best Outdoor Pizza Ovens for Making Beautiful, Wood-Fired Pies Without Leaving Your Backyard

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  The Best Dutch Oven (Ever!): Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Signature Round Dutch Oven, 5.5-Quart

  $435 $360 at Amazon

  Le Creuset Dutch ovens are some of the most beautiful (and long-lasting) pieces of cookware we’ve ever tested. Their durable, tan enamel coatings make it easy to see your fond development as you sear, and they can go into the oven for braising and baking bread. Invest in one for yourself, or buy it as a gift that’s sure to be cherished. 

  We Tested 22 Dutch Ovens to Find the Best Ones for Stews, Braises, and Loads More

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  The Best Dish Rack: KitchenAid Full-Size Dish Rack

  $98 $70 at Amazon

  This dish rack aced our review because of its anti-microbial construction, easy-to-clean drainage mat, and large capacity. It can hold a full dinner party’s worth of dishes, plus the wine glasses. 

  I Tested 13 Dish Racks—My Favorites Stayed Steady When Loaded with Pots and Pans

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  The Best Nespresso Machine (Plus a Bonus Frother): Nespresso Vertuo Plus Coffee and Espresso Maker by De'Longhi

  $249 $149 at Amazon

  This Nespresso machine can make espresso shots and coffee with the single push of a button, and this deal comes with a bonus milk frother for café-worthy lattes and cappuccinos. 

  I’ve Tested (Almost) Every Nespresso Machine—Here Are the Ones I Recommend

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  The Best Mop: O-Cedar EasyWring Microfiber Spin Mop

  $45 $35 at Amazon

  Black Friday sales aren’t just for buying flashy appliances and big-ticket gifts. We recommend snagging practical items while they’re on sale, too. We like this mop because it has a replaceable, quick-attach head and comes with a bucket with an efficient built-in wringer. 

  To Find the Best Mops for Cleaning Up Kitchen Messes, I Soaked, Wrung, and Scrubbed for Days

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  A Compressor Ice Cream Maker We Love: Whynter ICM-220CGY 2-Quart Capacity Automatic Compressor Ice Cream Maker

  $321 $300 at Amazon

  When you want homemade ice cream, you don’t want to have to clean out a shelf of your freezer for a big bowl that’ll take hours to freeze before you can churn. This Whynter compressor ice cream machine self-freezes so you can spin up creamy treats like sorbet, frozen yogurt, and gelato anytime you want.

  We Tested 20 Ice Cream Makers to Find the Best Ones for Churning Ice Cream and Sorbet

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  The Best Immersion Blender: All-Clad Stainless Steel Immersion Blender

  $150 $120 at Amazon

  Listen—we love our stand blenders, but you don’t always have the space on your countertop for one to live there full-time, and getting it out of storage every time you want a smoothie can be annoying. An efficient immersion blender can step in for quick tasks and can blend creamy soups right in their pots. This one was the most powerful one we tested; it crushed ice, blitzed fibrous celery, and whipped cream faster than nearly every other model.

  We Tested 18 Immersion Blenders to Find the Best Ones for Silky Smooth Sauces and Soups

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  Some Poppin' Pantry Containers: OXO Good Grips POP 5-Piece Canisters

  $55 $44 at Amazon

  Ashlee swears by these containers; she has stacks of them filled with all kinds of flours, sugars, chocolate chips, breadcrumbs, and more. Their secure lids can help keep air, moisture, and pests out of your precious baking ingredients, and their clear sides let you check if you have enough of what you need before you need it.

  I Tested 53 Dry Food Storage Containers and Found 7 Sets That’ll Keep Pantry Goods Fresh

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  A New Rice Cooker from Cuckoo: Cuckoo 6-Cup Micom Rice Cooker

  $130 $85 at Amazon

  We were thrilled with this attractive new Cuckoo rice cooker when we tested it. The ability to customize loads of different variables—like the cooking temperature and how long the rice soaks—makes this a smart buy for anyone who has strong opinions about rice. Its regular price is very reasonable, but with this discount, it’s an even better deal. Snap it up now, because this deal is only going to last as long as there’s stock available. 

  After Testing 24 Rice Cookers, We Found the 8 Best Ones for Every Type of Rice

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  The Best Budget Stainless Steel Skillet: Tramontina 12-Inch Stainless Steel Skillet

  $70 $50 at Amazon

  Here’s a tip: If you see Tramontina cookware at a discounted price, buy it. Tramontina is our go-to brand for affordable pots and pans (it has won many of our reviews, including our stainless steel skillets review), and deals like this year’s Black Friday discount make it even better. This skillet kept pace with pans twice its price and responded quickly to temperature changes. It even works on induction cooktops.

  We Tested 27 Stainless Steel Skillets—4 Were Sear-iously Good

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  An Affordable Enameled Cast Iron Skillet: Crock-Pot Artisan 10-Inch Enameled Cast Iron Round Skillet

  $45 $34 at Amazon

  We could not believe how well this enameled cast iron skillet seared, considering it costs over $100 less than some of our other favorites. It’s a lot lighter than its competitors, and the handle is comfortable, making it much easier to maneuver. The roomy surface diameter offers over 8 inches for searing, sautéeing, and braising, and just like Le Creuset and Staub’s versions, there are mini pour spouts on both sides. It’s not just a deal; it’s a steal.

  To Find the Best Enameled Cast Iron Skillets, We Fried Eggs, Seared Steak, and Baked Cornbread

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  An Editor-Favorite Dutch Oven: Staub Cast Iron 5.5-Quart Round Cocotte

  $464 $417 at Amazon

  This is one well-designed and crafted Dutch oven. Made from heavy-duty cast iron and glazed in durable, mostly nonstick enamel, it’s a pot you’ll return to for decades and then some. It produced one of the best, most golden-brown sears in our tests, and we liked that the lid is designed to encourage evaporation, which results in better braises with perfectly reduced liquid. Make no mistake about it: This is an heirloom in the making. Any cook will be thrilled to unwrap it this holiday season.

  We Tested 22 Dutch Ovens to Find the Best Ones for Stews, Braises, and Loads More

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  A Versatile Stand Mixer: KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer

  $500 $350 at Amazon

  Stand mixers are endlessly handy: They can whip cream, beat butter and sugar, and even knead dough. This one from KitchenAid is one of our favorites for its versatility (it can do all the aforementioned tasks and more) as well as its relatively compact size and approachable price point. It’s discounted for Amazon’s Black Friday sale, and would make an excellent (if splurgy) gift for the baker in your life.

  We Tested 15 Stand Mixers—4 Stood Out Above the Rest

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  Super Absorbing Swedish Dishcloths: Superscandi 10-Pack Swedish Dishcloths

  $21 $18 at Amazon

  Not all Black Friday purchases are thrilling. In fact, our team uses big sales to stock up on the boring-but-useful essentials. In that category are our favorite Swedish dishcloths. The Superscandi dishcloths scored 100% on our absorption test (translation: you can use them in place of paper towels), and they’re washable and reusable. A 10-pack will last you at least half the year.

  I Tried 8 Swedish Dishcloths to Find the Best Ones You Can Use Over and Over Again

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  The Best Large Capacity Electric Kettle: Zwilling Enfinigy Cool Touch 1.5-Liter Electric Kettle Pro

  $200 $120 at Amazon

  At 1.5 liters, this is the largest electric kettle we tested, but it still reached a boil remarkably quickly. It offers everything you could ask for in a kettle: dead-accurate temperatures, a reliable keep warm setting, an easy-to-pour from spout, and a sleek, chic exterior that stays cool to the touch.

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  A Feature-Packed Vacuum Sealer: Anova Culinary Precision Vacuum Sealer Pro

  $155 $109 at Amazon

  This pro-level vacuum sealer earned a top spot in our review when it successfully sealed bags with liquid inside—most sealers can’t do that safely. The double seal is seriously strong, making it the best vacuum sealer for cooks who use immersion circulators. The bag cutting feature was so useful, we ended up using it on other vacuum sealers’ bags during our tests. Anova is a trusted brand that our editors love, making this a smart purchase even when it’s not on sale. 

  We Tested 25 Vacuum Sealers to Find the 6 Best Ones for Sous Vide and Food Storage

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  A Big and Reliable Multicooker: Instant Pot Duo Plus 9-in-1 Multicooker

  $110 $90 at Amazon

  Confused about which Instant Pot to buy? We get it. Figuring out the differences can be tricky, especially during sales when many of them are discounted. Here’s what you need to know about the Instant Pot Duo Plus: It’s a basic multicooker that lacks some of the features of the Pro line, but performs just as well (and as quickly). It’s beloved by our editors, and offers the best value Instant Pot for the price. The 3-quart size is currently on sale.

  Which Instant Pot Should You Buy? Here Are 4 We Recommend

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  The Best Nugget Ice Maker: GE Profile Opal 2.0 Countertop Nugget Ice Maker

  $599 $429 at Amazon

  This countertop ice maker produces soft, chewable nugget ice—perfect for soft drinks, cocktails, and munching. It’s also really fast: The ice maker produced over a pound of ice in just one hour when we tested it. And because an ice maker is not a machine you’ll want to lug all over your kitchen, GE made this one with a removable and refillable water tank. Black Friday is a great time to buy small appliances, and the GE Opal Ice Maker is one of the best you can get this year.

  I Tested 13 Countertop Ice Makers to Find the Best Ones for Cool, Crunchy Cubes

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  The Best Keurig: K-Supreme Single-Serve Coffee Maker

  $190 $109 at Amazon

  Shopping for Keurig coffee makers? We’ll make it simple: Buy this one. The K-Supreme is more space-efficient than the K-Classic and K-Elite, and it includes some helpful features, like a light that indicates it’s time to descale or refill the machine. It also includes Over Ice and Strong brew modes, making it one of the more versatile single-serve coffee makers. And right now? It’s on sale for almost half off. 

  Keurig Coffee Makers Aren't for Everyone, But These 2 Won Our Tests

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  A Small-but-Mighty Personal Blender: Ninja Blast Portable Blender

  $70 $60 at Amazon

  This mini blender is two things many of its competitors are not: affordable and quiet. It’s slim, compact, and truly portable. It fits in most car cupholders. While many personal blenders struggle with hard and fibrous ingredients, the Ninja Blast handled frozen mango and kale with no problem. Take advantage of its even lower price, but don’t wait to scoop it up, as this popular brand may sell out before Black Friday even arrives.

  I Tested 16 Personal Blenders—The Best Pulverize Ingredients Into Creamy Smoothies and Sauces

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  The Coolest Ice Cube Tray: Wibimen Round Ice Cube Tray with Lid and Bin

  $23 $18 at Amazon

  This ice cube tray actually contains two trays, a storage basin, a lid, and a scoop. Oh, and it makes almost perfectly spherical ice balls without much fuss—a cocktail party must. It’s one of life’s little upgrades, and we think it’s well worth the purchase this Black Friday, especially because its already-affordable price is even lower. 

  I Made Pounds and Pounds of Ice to Find the 5 Best Ice Cube Trays

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  An “Includes Everything” Flatware Set: Lenox 815486 Portola 65-Piece Flatware Set

  $210 $140 at Amazon

  You can accidentally spend a small fortune on flatware—that’s bad news if you’re entertaining and need place settings for 10 or more people. Luckily, one of our longtime favorite flatware sets has enough pieces for 12 diners and is deeply discounted this Black Friday. The Lenox Portola set has a classic look and includes two serving spoons. It’s our pick for cooks who like to entertain.

  I Tested 26 Flatware Sets to Find Elegant, Versatile Picks for Any Occasion

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  The Best Metal-Handed Whisk: Winco Stainless Steel Whisk

  $6 $3 at Amazon

  This budget-friendly whisk kept up with the best of them in our review. Its sleek metal handle is still grippy, and it's fast—we whipped cream in less than 1.5 minutes.

  To Find the 6 Best Whisks, I Made Loads of Whipped Cream

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  A Super Slippery Ceramic Nonstick Skillet: Caraway Nonstick Ceramic Frying Pan

  $125 $105 at Amazon

  This pretty copper colored ceramic skillet was the slipperiest of the lot we tested: Fried eggs, omelets, and even crepes slid right off. We also liked that the ceramic didn't scratch when we went at it with a metal spatula.

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  The Scrubbiest Sponge: O-Cedar Scrunge

  $13 $11 at Amazon

  To be totally honest with you, this is the kind of stuff I'm buying when it's on sale for Black Friday. The O-Cedar Scrunge is my sponge of choice because of its scrubbing prowess; there isn't any sticky, cruddy, burnt-on mess it can't scour off. Grab a pack while they're on sale.

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  A Set of Pie Weights So You Can Make Perfect Crusts: FurRain Ceramic Pie Weights

  $22 $20 at Amazon

  We are entering pie season, so what better time to stock up on all the pie-baking essentials? This set of pie weights ensures perfectly baked, not puffy crusts every time. Just don't forget to line the dough with foil before you pour 'em in.

  I Tested 9 Popular Pie Weights to Find the 2 Sets Actually Worth Buying

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  An Ice Bucket for Holiday Parties: OXO Steel Ice Bucket and Tongs Set

  $65 $58 at Amazon

  Trust me: You don't want your in-laws rummaging around your freezer for an ice cube to dilute a glass of "too strong" eggnog. Make it easy for them (and look put together) with this OXO ice bucket and teensy tongs. It keeps ice frozen and accessible for hours.

  This Ice Bucket Is the Tool I Didn’t Know My Cocktail Parties Needed

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  A Cherry Pitter That's Surprisingly Handy: Cuisipro Cherry Pitter

  $11 $9 at Amazon

  When you need a cherry pitted, nothing will do but a designated unitasker. And this one from Cuisipro was speedy, easy on the hands, and popped out pips like a proper professional. It doubles nicely as an olive pitter for those ice-cold dirty martinis you want to make on New Year's Eve.

  To Find the 4 Best Cherry Pitters, I Pitted Dozens of Cherries

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  A Portable Charcoal Grill: Everdure CUBE Portable Charcoal Grill

  $100 $89 at Amazon

  I know, I know—a portable grill, in the fall? But hey, as they drilled into me as a Girl Scout: Be prepared! And come summertime, you'll thank yourself when you can pull this baby out and head to the beach. Heck, it's great for fall tailgating, too. This cube-shaped option got wicked hot, and it's the perfect size for cooking dinner for two.

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  The Best Food Processor: Breville 16-Cup Sous Chef Peel & Dice Food Processor

  $500 $400 at Amazon

  A good food processor is a joy to use: With the push of a button, carrots are shredded, onions diced without tears, and whoosh, you’ve got silky hummus. This 16-cup option from Breville is powerful and can knead pizza and pie dough as readily as it can dice a mirepoix. It’s on sale on Amazon now, so you can scoop it up before Thanksgiving and make all the pie dough. 

  Pulse! Pulverize! These Are the 7 Best Food Processors

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  A Techy Home Bartender: Bartesian Premium Cocktail Machine

  $370 $249 at Amazon

  A bartending machine that can dispense cocktails like a Keurig dispenses coffee? Okay, the future is now. This machine "brews" spirit-forward cocktails using whatever bottles you hook up to the machine (so you can still use your preferred liquors) along with a coffee pod-like mixer capsule. When we tested it, we found it mixed drinks in about 30 seconds and had a streamlined cleaning cycle. You can get it now for over 30% off during Amazon's early Black Friday sales.

  Shaken, Stirred, or Automated? We Tested the Bartesian and Bev Cocktail Machines

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  A Sophisticated Bluetooth Meat Thermometer: Meater Plus Bluetooth Meat Thermometer

  $100 $74 at Amazon

  Do you love grilling? Do you frequently go “oh shoot!” (only you don’t say “shoot”) and run outside because you forgot that you left a pork loin on the grill? This Bluetooth meat thermometer can help. It connects to an app on your phone, so you can get alerts about meat temperatures while you putter away inside, making potato salad and all the fixings. 

  We Put 21 Wireless Grill Thermometers to the Test—These 6 Were the Best

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  The Most Foolproof Rice Cooker: KitchenAid Grain and Rice Cooker

  $400 $300 at Amazon

  Editor Rochelle Bilow waxes poetic about this rice cooker any chance she gets. She named it the Most Foolproof Rice Cooker in our review because it weighs the rice and automatically portions out the perfect amount of water—no measuring required. “You literally cannot make bad rice in this machine,” Rochelle says, adding that she uses hers almost daily to cook steel-cut oats, beans, and quinoa. “I recommend it to everyone, but especially cooks who have previously been rice cooker-averse. It’ll change your life… or at least how you cook dinner.”

  After Testing 24 Rice Cookers, We Found the 8 Best Ones for Every Type of Rice

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  The Best Coffee Grinder for Most People: OXO Brew Conical Burr Coffee Grinder

  $110 $100 at Amazon

  If you want to improve your coffee station without spending big bucks, grab this grinder. It has a static-reducing grounds container, an easy-to-clean assembly, and an intuitive dial that makes it our go-to recommendation for all but the most serious coffee nerds. 

  We Tested 19 Coffee Grinders to Find the Best Ones for Drip, Espresso, Pour-Over, and More

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  Our Favorite Soda Maker: SodaStream Art Sparkling Water Maker Kit

  $180 $110 at Amazon

  If you crush cans of seltzer better than Quint on the hunt for Jaws, then consider the SodaStream Art Soda Maker. It lets you make a bottle of seltzer at the push of a button, minus all the waste of metal cans. It's been our winner through multiple rounds of testing—it makes the fizziest water, it's easy to use, and it's affordable—even more so now that it's on sale for Black Friday.

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FAQs

When do deals start on Amazon’s Black Friday sale?

Amazon’s Black Friday deals are starting as early as, well, now! Read more about the event here. They’ll continue through Thanksgiving and actual Black Friday, November 27 and 28, and on Cyber Monday, December 1, too. 

Do you need to be an Amazon Prime member to have access to discounts? 

No, but many of the best deals can only be accessed if you have an Amazon Prime membership. 

Why We’re the Experts

• Grace Kelly is a senior editor at Serious Eats.
• She’s been testing all kinds of kitchen gear for over four years. 
• She and her colleagues, Rochelle Bilow and Ashlee Redger, scoured Amazon to find the best early Black Friday deals.