Hand Mixers Blenders & Food Processors

Chefs use hand mixers to whisk, beat, and blend ingredients, which saves them time in the kitchen. These compact appliances fit into tight spaces, whether placed on a revolving storage cabinet or pantry shelf. Staples® has a wide selection of these products along with other small kitchen appliances such as blenders, food processors, and juicers.

Review Uses for Hand Mixers
These kitchen accessories can be used to whip boiled potatoes, make salad dressings, and beat egg whites into meringue. Bakers rely on the gadget to make boxed cake and cookie mixes or create desserts using favorite recipes. Cooks can use the device to prepare breakfast foods such as pancakes, waffles, and scrambled eggs. Some people use a hand mixer to blend powdered drinks, smoothies, or hot cocoa to a smooth consistency. Adults and children can take turns whipping a favorite ice cream mix that sits in a bowl above a mixture of ice and rock salt. This family activity may encourage kids to develop an interest in kitchen tasks such as cooking and baking.

Consider Features of Hand Mixers
Most of these machines do not include a stand, so users can place them in a drawer to save countertop space. A soft handle, ergonomic styling, and the device's light weight help it fit comfortably in a user's hand without causing fatigue. A beater ejector lever, LED display, and bowl rest help people work without interruption. Some mixers include a swivel cord suitable for left and right-handed individuals. Purchasers can choose appliances with features to complete tasks with ease.

How Many Speed Settings Do Hand Mixers Have?
Models are available with as few as three speeds or as many as nine settings. Lower speeds blend foods slowly to avoid splatters. Medium speeds finish mixing the ingredients. Higher speeds make it easy to create emulsions or to whip cream and egg whites to peaks.

What Colors Do Hand Mixers Come In?
People may choose a black or white mixer to match the color of countertops, larger appliances, and their surroundings. Gray and silver examples blend in with stainless steel appliances, while a pink or lavender device may appeal to individuals that prefer pastel colors. Other people may like machines in bolder colors such as orange, cranberry, and yellow. Buyers can choose the appliance in a color to suit their personal preferences or ones that complement their kitchen decors.

What Attachments Are Available for Hand Mixers?
Mixers come with a set of beaters, which are designed for combining ingredients and creating smooth batters such as for cakes, muffins, and other baked goods. Many models also include a whisk attachment, which adds air and emulsifies mixtures such as salad dressings and whipped cream. A blender rod attachment is useful for mixing cocktails, sauces, and powdered drinks. Dough hooks do the hard work of mixing and kneading bread dough within the bowl, cutting down on clean-up. Manufacturers may include a mixing bowl with a lid, along with a spatula, as part of a set. These handy attachments help chefs and home cooks complete kitchen tasks efficiently.