Including a chic set of ramekins that are less than $2 each.
While deals on big-ticket items might catch your eye on Amazon’s Cyber Monday sale, don’t overlook the small stuff. I found some great deals on useful yet unassuming kitchen items that are all under $25. Many of them would make fantastic stocking stuffers or white elephant gifts—like this adorable mini whisk—and others, like this KitchenAid grippy Y-peeler, are so low-priced (and useful!) that it’s worth buying two.
The Best Deals Under $25, at a Glance
- 40% Off Versatile Ramekins for Holiday Bakes: Dowan 4-Ounce Ramekins
- An Unbeatable Citrus Juicer: Chef’n FreshForce Citrus Juicer
- Ultra-Absorbent Swedish Dish Cloths: SuperScandi 10-Pack Swedish Dishcloths
- An Incredibly Useful, Grippy Y-Shaped Peeler (At This Price, We’d Buy Two!): KitchenAid Classic Y Peeler
- A Baking Pan for Perfect Brownies: USA Pan 8-Inch Square Pan
- Love Garlic? You Need this Garlic Press: OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Garlic Press
- Another Great, Discounted Garlic Press: Zulay Kitchen Premium Garlic Press
- Some Really Soothing Tea: Teapigs Liquorice & Peppermint Tea
- A Cute And Effective Mini Whisk: Kuhn Rikon 6-Inch Balloon Wire Whisk
- An Oyster Knife for Those New Year’s Eve Oysters: Dexter-Russell New Haven Style Oyster Knife
- All-Around Fantastic Kitchen Towels: Zeppoli Classic Kitchen Towels
The Best, Most Versatile Ramekins: Dowan 4-Ounce Ramekins
$19 When you think of ramekins, you might think of soufflés or crème brûlée. But I’m here to tell you that they also make the best ice cream bowls—they’re the perfect size for a li’l frosty treat!
When I tested ramekins, this set from Dowan took home the gold for its versatile size and classic, trés chic look. They stack nicely, too. And at less than $2 a pop for a set of six, this deal really can’t be beat.
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An Unbeatable Handheld Citrus Juicer: Chef'n FreshForce Citrus Juicer
$25 When you’re giving a lemon the ol’ squeezy, the last thing you want is juice splattering everywhere but your measuring cup. Enter this handheld citrus juicer, which has been our team’s favorite for years. It quickly and neatly extracts citrus juice, and it’s under $20.
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Ultra-Absorbent Swedish Dishcloths: SuperScandi 10 Pack Swedish Dishcloths
$21 These Swedish dish cloths can sop up a mess better than any paper towel—and they’re reusable. Beat that, big paper! They also have enough chutzpah to scrub up kitchen messes, like when you place a bottle of honey upside down on your counter and forget about it—oh, is that just me? Anyway, one of these dishcloths will wipe up any mess, no problemo.
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A Grippy Y-Shaped Peeler: KitchenAid Classic Y Peeler
$11 A Y-peeler is a game-changer: the wide, horizontal blade swiftly cuts through peel and skin without scraping away what’s underneath. Get one (or two) of these grippy KitchenAid peelers, and you’ll be re-gifting your swivel peeler faster than you can say “peeled spuds.”
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A Baking Pan for Perfect Brownies: USA Pan 8 Inch Square Pan
$27 This nonstick square pan quickly releases brownies—no more finagling a spatula into the corner to get a slice. And while it’s nonstick, its patented silicone “Americoat” coating is still durable. It lets the aluminized steel transfer heat expertly, which is what you want when whipping up baked goods. It’s also $21—I mean, that’s a fantastic deal.
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Love Garlic? You Need This Garlic Press: OXO Good Grips Stainless Steel Garlic Press
$21 I could never be a vampire because I love garlic way too much. This garlic press comes in handy when I triple the number of cloves a recipe calls for. It’s quick and comfy, with silicone-lined handles that prevent my hands from getting tired after squeezing a gazillion cloves.
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Another Great, Discounted Garlic Press: Zulay Kitchen Premium Garlic Press
$20 Another garlic press, yes, but it’s a great deal, and hey, the more, the merrier! This one comes in two large sizes, so you can crush multiple cloves at once without any popping out. It’s for true garlic lovers.
A Box of Really Soothing Tea: Teapigs Liquorice & Peppermint Tea
$10 I love a good box of tea, and even better if it’s on sale. This is an editor-favorite that’s richly licorice-y, warming, and spicy. It’s the perfect post-Thanksgiving tummy troubles antidote, and it’s on sale.
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A Cute—And Effective—Mini Whisk: Kuhn Rikon 6-Inch Balloon Wire Whisk
$18 I use this mini whisk more often than my full-sized whisk. It’s the perfect size for scrambling two eggs, emulsifying a spot of salad dressing, or combining spices to make a blend.
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An Oyster Knife for Your Holiday Oyster Platter: Dexter-Russell New Haven Style Oyster Knife
$20 One of my first kitchen jobs was shucking oysters, but the beautiful vintage shucker the chef gave me was duller than waiting at the DMV to renew your license. While you don’t want a shucker to be super sharp, it still needs enough of an edge to grip into the side of a bivalve and swipe the oyster cleanly from the abductor muscle. This one from Dexter-Russell does just that, and the grippy handle and pointed New Haven blade make it great for beginners.
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The Best Kitchen Towels: Zeppoli Classic Kitchen Towels
$30 Timeless, durable, and absorbent, the Zeppoli Classic Kitchen Towels have been a Serious Eats favorite for years. They dry dishes quickly, soak up spills, and are thick enough to use to grab hot dishes and skillet handles.
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FAQs
What are the best Cyber Monday deals?
My team and I rounded up a comprehensive guide on what to buy—and what to skip—during Cyber Monday.
Do you need to be a Prime member to shop Amazon’s Cyber Monday deals?
No, but you’ll be able to access more deals if you do join Prime. Take a gander through Amazon’s Cyber Monday deals page to see more.
Why We’re the Experts
- Grace Kelly is a senior editor at Serious Eats.
- She loves a good deal, especially if it’s on something cute, affordable, and practical.