How To Turn Your Mixer From Blah Into Fantastic

Best Stand Mixers


Baking a cake, making pancakes, kneading dough for bread, making cookies, whipping up
Meringues -- the list of recipes which require mixing of ingredients can be endless. And all these
Recipes are more or less a standard, if not everyday, requirement in almost all households.
Stand mixers are a great addition to any kitchen for fascilitating exactly such needs. They can
Whip, mix, knead, and overcome with amazing accuracy, conserving time and effort
The best stand mixers on the market offer quality construction and durability with various
features that address cooking demands.
Considerations
Capacity and Power
People who
Frequently cook larger batches should go for a machine with more power and space.

a batch of bread dough or batter for a multi-layer cake. Regarding power: higher wattage does
Not always mean a better performance.

Attachments

The dough hook mixes and
Kneads yeast bread dough, and the wire whip will help to beat air into egg whites or cream. Some
Machines offer a pair of modified whisk beaters.
Features
1 feature to watch for is whether a mixer uses "planetary action." This technique allows the
beater to rotate around its own axis, similar to how the earth spins, while the beater orbits the
Bowl in the same way the earth revolves around the sun. This Exceptional action creates better contact
Between the beater and ingredients and lessens the need for scraping the sides of the bowl. Other
Considerations could include weight, speeds offered, construction, and splash guards.
Price
However, some models
can cost less than $50 or more than $200.
to cost less. Higher-quality mixers, sometimes constructed with stainless steel material, tend to
cost more.
industrial use.
Hamilton Beach 64650
The Hamilton Beach 64650 6-Speed Classic Stand Mixer comes with a four-quart, stainless steel
mixing bowl. The machine features 290 watts of peak power.
Power is enough for basic cooking needs, such as kneading a batch of dough or making a
dressing.

A few users told us they
Experienced problems with the attachments not adequately reaching the bottom of the bowl,
leaving some material unmixed.
KitchenAid KSM150PSER
Artisan Series has a 5-quart bowl and 325 watts of mixing
power. The
Generous 325 watts of mixing power make it easy to cream butter, knead dough, and whip cream,
We rarely noticed the machine struggling to keep up with larger and heavier
items, such as dough.
The base of the bowl. In most cases, a simple adjustment brought the beater to the right height.
Sunbeam FPSBHS0302

quart stainless steel bowl.
prepare everything from pizza dough to mashed potatoes to cookie dough. Although we find the
Power and capacity suitable for easier recipes, this machine's small bowl capacity makes it
Harder to mix larger quantities of ingredients without leaving a mess. A Few owners tell us
That they wish the mixers reached the bottom and sides of the bowl a bit better. Some users
Mention that the minimal speed on this machine appears to be too fast.
Breville BEM800XL
The Breville BEM800XL Scraper Mixer Pro 5-Quart Die-Cast Stand Mixer Provides a 5-quart
mixing bowl and 550 watts of power.
Cooking needs, but we really like how it also easily handles extra ingredients for larger recipes
and batches. Despite its relatively high power -- especially when compared to other machines on
Our list -- this stand mixer does a good job of mixing together lighter ingredients without creating
a mess.
Large quantity of bread dough. A Couple of owners note that the power and capacity combination on
This machine works well even on higher settings, when there is only a hint of a vibration.
BODUM 11381-01US

capacity. This machine also features 700 watts of power.
several times during cooking, as the bowl is quite wide on the bottom. Several owners tell us that
The wattage offers ample power for larger batches and stickier recipes, such as dough. Many
satisfied customers note that they can add several cups of lighter-weight ingredients without
worrying about cleaning up a mess.
Hamilton Beach 64650
The Hamilton Beach stand mixer has a versatile attachment set that includes traditional dough
This machine can also be utilised as a hand mixer.

bread dough. Some users tell us that the dough hook Doesn't seem durable enough for making
Larger amounts of bread dough. Additionally, a few owners we surveyed mentioned that the

KitchenAid KSM150PSER
The KitchenAid stand mixer has a coated flat beater, coated dough hook, and wire whip.
Coated coverings allow the beaters to get to work without wearing down or damaging the mixing
Bowl; they also help blend ingredients smoothly and evenly. We appreciate the solid construction
Satisfied owners tell
Us that the attachments work well for their designated purposes and that they're very easy to
clean.
Sunbeam FPSBHS0302
This Sunbeam mixer comes with chrome beaters and dough hooks. This two-in-one product

Beaters mix lighter ingredients, we found that the dough hooks don't always mix larger amounts
of dough together. Some users we surveyed mentioned using this machine to start heavier
Recipes, such as bread, then completing by hand. At least one owner cautioned that the attachments
Often create a trough in the middle, causing uneven mixing.
Breville BEM800XL
The Breville stand mixer has a scraper beater, flat beater, wire whip, and dough hook.
We especially like the scraper beater, which gets all the leftovers from the edges and bottom of
the bowl, eliminating the need for constant scraping. The dough hook easily handles larger and
smaller batches while the wire whip quickly but efficiently whips together egg whites, cream,
and other ingredients. Satisfied owners tell us that their baked goods frequently turn out fluffier
and lighter with this stand mixer.
BODUM 11381-01US
This BODUM stand mixer has a beater, whisk, and non-stick dough hook. However, it is
Possible to buy additional attachments for this machine (sold separately). Initially, we found
It tough to open the machine's attachment access, but later discovered that you will need to press hard
to achieve this. Several customers tell us that it can be hard to get the right consistency,
Especially when baking, because of the machine's five-minute mixing limit. In the time it takes for
the mixer to cool down enough to be re-started, whipped cream and butter cream recipes can
become quite dense.
Features
Hamilton Beach 64650
A total of six speeds and a QuickBurst button are some of this machine's most notable features.
The QuickBurst button tailors beating and mixing to a specified level. The stand mixer also has a
Bowl rest mixer stabilizer to keep it from shifting when in use, along with a shift-and-stir bowl.
Occasionally we had to hold the bowl steady when mixing larger loads or heavier ingredients.
Some customers mentioned that the rotating and tilting arm feels a bit cheap and that some of the
Plastic tabs and brackets holding the machine together seem flimsy.
KitchenAid KSM150PSER
This stand mixer has a multipurpose attachment hub with over 15 optional attachments. Other
features include a tilt-head design and a two-piece pouring shield with a large chute for adding
ingredients. We really enjoy the 10 mixing speeds, which make it easy to warm up the machine
and achieve the desired consistency. The stainless steel bowl has a comfortable handle for easy
removal and replacement. A unique mixing action thoroughly blends ingredients as the beater
moves to 67 different points around the bowl. Several users caution potential buyers who rate
Matters with this highly rated product. Speeds "8-10" should be used only for whipping cream or
Egg whites; with a setting faster than "2" for kneading dough often produces poor results.
Sunbeam FPSBHS0302
Five speeds and a heel-rest design are just some of this machine's features. The Sunbeam also
quickly converts to a stand mixer. The machine's large, gently curved handle ensures a
comfortable, secure grip that reduces hand fatigue and strain. Our favorite features include a
thumb-accessible power switch and a five-speed control dial. Other highlights include a head that
tilts back for easy access and an attachment-eject button to easily remove the beaters or dough
hooks. Satisfied owners tell us that the stainless steel material looks great and wipes clean with a
damp cloth. A Couple of owners we surveyed caution that it can be hard to eject the beaters despite
having an eject button.
Breville BEM800XL
The Breville's planetary mixing action scrapes together ingredients cleanly and easily. The mixer
also boasts a load sensing technology with motor protection to keep the machine from
overheating during heavy loads. Other features include a 12-speed electronic control for efficient
mixing and a 10-minute timer with auto shut-off. Lift-assist handles on the mixer head and base
Allow for effortless handling and maneuvering. We enjoy the LED screen, which comes equipped
with a timer, and the two-piece pouring shield that minimizes splatters and spills. Satisfied
customers tell us they appreciate the release button and the planetary action motion of this
Product, which can complete a good deal of work in a short time period.
BODUM 11381-01US
Dishwasher-safe attachments make cleaning up easy after using the BODUM. On-board
attachment storage keeps the accessories close by. The suction cup base captured our attention,
holding the mixer stable and secure despite heavier loads. Actually, several customers happily told
us that this base keeps the machine from "walking" as it stirs heavier ingredients -- a problem
that occurs quite frequently among stand mixers. The seven-speed motor yields ample power,
while the rubber-covered handle makes it easy to pour and scrape.
Hamilton Beach 64650
A price tag of just $39 makes the Hamilton Beach 64650 6-Speed Classic Stand Mixer our least
expensive option. The mixer Provides a respectable 4-quart stainless steel bowl and plenty of
features, including six speeds and a QuickBurst button. We noted that at times the relatively
Small bowl and 290 watts of peak power aren't quite enough for bigger loads. Most users we
surveyed tell us that the mixer looks nice on the counter and takes care of most of their basic
mixing needs. Some owners note that the beaters don't always reach the bottom or sides of the
Bowl, requiring continuous scraping.
KitchenAid KSM150PSER
This KitchenAid costs $349, which makes it one of the more expensive options on our list. We really
Like the tilt-head design and the generous, 5-quart stainless steel bowl. The mixer's durability and
Stability demonstrates when baking, although it can feel heavy when trying to move it around the
kitchen. The cleanup process is much easier thanks to the two-piece pouring shield. Satisfied
Owners really appreciate this machine's build quality and longevity, with several users telling us
their machine is several years old. Potential consumers should note that there may have been a
Bad batch produced a few years ago which caused some machines to arrive broken or break
Shortly after arriving, but those quality issues have all been resolved.
Sunbeam FPSBHS0302
A price tag of $37 makes the Sunbeam one of the least expensive machines on our shortlist. For
this price, owners get five speeds, 250 watts of power, and chrome beaters and dough hooks. The
3-quart stainless steel bowl handles smaller loads well, but ingredients sometimes spill over the
top when making larger batches. We also noted a lack of power when mixing heavier items, such
as sticky dough. Users really like the dual-function hand and stand mixer. Some owners note that
The mixers don't get close enough to the bottom of the bowl. A handful of users we surveyed
Recommend this machine for people who only bake occasionally.
Breville BEM800XLA price tag of $299 makes the Breville the most expensive stand mixer on the list. For the steep
Price tag, however, the machine offers planetary mixing action, load sensing technology with
motor protection, and other notable features. We found it hard to look away from the bright LED
screen, which boasts a 10-minute timer with auto shut-off. Lift-assist handles on the top and
mixing bowl promote fast and easy scraping and pouring. Many satisfied owners tell us they
Really enjoy the 12-speed control dial with a pause function. Several users mention the eyecatching
chrome finish and consistent overall quality when cooking or baking.
BODUM 11381-01US
The BODUM electric stand mixer costs $252, placing it in the middle of our budget. The 5-
quart bowl features on-board attachment storage and a suction cup base to keep it stable. We
appreciate the space-saving low profile, which makes it easy to store this stand mixer on the
Counter or in a kitchen cabinet. Most owners tell us that although they don't necessarily need the
Full 700 watts of power, it is useful when making larger or heavier batches. Some users
Wish the machine didn't have a five-minute mixing limit because it can alter the results of a
recipe.