23 Amazon Kitchen Gadgets Under $50 (Perfect For Gifts!)

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Here's to the foodies we love, the ones who know off the top of their head exactly which foods celebrity chef Giada de Laurentiis hates or the fascinating, delicious blender drinks to make when you're in a cocktail rut. With the end of the year fast approaching, honor the home chef, grillmaster, or amateur mixologist in your life with a kitchen tool that will make their life easier or more fun. Sure, most cooks worth their salt have gadgets and gizmos aplenty, just like the Little Mermaid, but we're betting that something on this list will scream their name. Best of all, none of these items will break the bank. You may even want to treat yourself and grab an item or two for your own stockpile!

This holiday, we're bringing you all the useful, interesting, and ingenious kitchen doodads that you need for gift-giving, and we've got your budget in mind. Each item on this list clocks in at under 50 smackeroos, with many coming in even lower at less than half that amount. From stocking stuffers to wow-worthy white elephant gifts to items that speak from the heart, we've got you covered. Keep in mind that all prices and availability are valid as of this writing but are subject to change based on sales and other factors. 

Sous vide is an unfamiliar term to many laypeople, but it's a cooking sensation. To sous vide meat (maybe by cooking it in a beer cooler?), you need to vacuum-seal your steaks, filets, or chops. This vacuum sealer machine will vacuum-pack your food, and sous vide isn't the only use: you can also prevent freezer burn of items you are chucking in the freezer, reseal snacks, and make meal prep foolproof. The foodie in your life won't ever want to go back to life before this appliance. 

Purchase the Bonsenkitchen Vacuum Sealer Machine for $39.99.

Your morning shake has never been more effortless than with this mini-blender, which can chop, blend, grind, or whip to your heart's content ... get ready with the list of the best vegetables to add to your smoothie! But sweet treats aren't the only use for this small wonder — check out the recipe book in the box for ideas. The included party mug also ensures that you can bring your creation on the go. Best of all, the blender is quiet and easy to clean. 

Purchase the Magic Bullet Small Blender for $49.99. 

What do the best celebrity chef kitchens have in common? They feature little perks that greatly improve quality of life, like electric salt and pepper grinders that save your hands from twisting a manual model for the perfect amount of seasoning when you want it. You can adjust the coarseness of the grind easily, and the attached light lets you easily see how much salt or pepper you've added, even when garnishing a midnight snack. 

Purchase the CIRCLE JOY Gravity Electric Salt and Pepper Grinder Set for $23.99.

When a full-sized blender is called upon in your kitchen — like when you make a delicious, heartwarming tomato soup with just three ingredients — we like this no-frills workhorse model. It's not fancy, nor is it laden with aesthetic extras, but for the novice foodie in your life (like a graduating college student), this countertop device is the ticket to a world of culinary magic. The little splurges it does have, like an easy-pour spout and grippy feet, will have your giftee appreciating you all the more. 

Purchase the BLACK+DECKER 10-Speed Countertop Blender for $36.99.

Stocking stuffers can be the most frustrating type of gift to give, which is only one reason we are obsessed with this low-tech, high-novelty egg separator. Sure, you can use an empty water bottle to separate eggs, but what fun is that, really? With this dishwasher-safe device, you simply crack an egg into the cup of the separator and tip it. The white will drool out of the chicken's mouth, while the yolk stays inside. It's a quick, no-mess, no-fuss process, and it's kind of silly fun to watch. 

Purchase the LuoCoCo Cute Egg Separator for $7.99.

Experts say that one of the big mistakes you're making when grilling vegetables is not keeping the grates well-greased to avoid sticking. Cans of wasteful, expensive non-stick spray no longer need to go on your shopping list with this easy-to-use olive oil dispenser and sprayer, which gives you EVOO everywhere you want it, whether that's drizzled on a salad or sprayed on an aluminum pan to whip up dinner. The grip is comfortable and well-balanced, and good reviews swear by the even, steady mist. 

Purchase the SWEET VIEW Olive Oil Sprayer for $9.99.

Boy Scouts favor a Swiss army knife, but home cooks will go gaga for this all-in-one set of gadgets on an easy-open ring, which takes the place of several space-sucking single-purpose tools like an herb stripper, pizza cutter, veggie peeler, and bottle opener, and is perfect for meal prep while traveling. Martha Stewart may have her double-knife chopping trick, but with this your loved one will be able to one-up every other cook at the campsite. Got a smaller kitchen? This useful ring is also fit for everyday use. 

Purchase the Pisol Kitchen Unique Gadgets Set for $11.98.

There's a subtle difference between scallions and green onions, but both will be effortlessly cut with these dishwasher-safe herb scissors. With five sharp blades, that pile of cilantro, mint, or basil is no match for your scissors — an even, professional cut is no more difficult than clipping paper. Making a trendy chopped salad? Your life just got so much easier. We also love the fact that these scissors come with a cover to keep the blades sharp (and safe) as well as a pick for combing out debris. 

Purchase the JOFUYU 2025 Upgraded Herb Scissors for $9.99.

Raise your hand (and scream) if you loathe the act of dirtying a colander in addition to a pan when making pasta. With this handy-dandy attachment, straining the water from boiling food couldn't be simpler — just clip it on and tip the pan over a sink! Or, if you want to save your pasta water for homemade bread, do it over a measuring cup or pitcher. Whether you want to save precious cabinet space or simply avoid extra mess, this is the tool for you. 

Purchase the Kitchen Gizmo Snap N' Strain for $11.99.

Got a loved one with arthritis or otherwise weak hands? If so, you know that opening jars can be a real problem, from jam to soup to the best store-bought pasta sauce. Aptly named, The Grip has sharp teeth that do all the hard work for you. Just install it under a cabinet or anywhere else that you have room. It doesn't take up much space, it's not ugly or noisy, and it will put an end to hand and finger pain and frustration. Sounds like a win in our book. 

Purchase The Grip Jar Opener for $17.95. 

Trust us, your mom wants you to de-gunk your microwave ... and this shrill little mama is here to help! You can clean your microwave with lemon slices, and that's a good trick, but Angry Mama makes life so, so easy: just fill her up with water and vinegar, and nuke her for five to seven minutes. The steam emitting from her head will unstick even the toughest grime, meaning that a clean appliance is just a wipe-down away. 

Purchase the Angry Mama Microwave Oven Steam Cleaner for $6.99.

A well-constructed breakfast sandwich is a thing of beauty and a joy to behold — just ask Bobby Flay, whose favorite late-night snack is a BEC sammie. This delightful gadget allows you to customize your sando (it need not be for breakfast; we won't tell) with your choice of meat, eggs, bread, and other ingredients, no drive-thru required. As the listing touts, this is one of those items that will get snatched up fast at a white elephant swap. 

Purchase the Hamilton Beach Breakfast Sandwich Maker with Egg Cooker Ring for $37.95.

If you aren't using a meat thermometer in your kitchen, what are you even doing? Whether you are roasting a chicken or grilling steaks (to say nothing of the frying food hack that uses a meat thermometer), your cooking will be safer and easier when you can instantly tell the internal temp of your meal. We love that this digital thermometer has the temp ranges for doneness on the side, taking out all guesswork entirely. It's even backlit for dark ovens and late-night burgers. 

Purchase the Alpha Grillers Meat Thermometer Digital for $19.99.

When celebrity chef Katie Lee shared her tips for easy pulled pork with Foodie, it became clear that shredding the meat into gorgeous strands after cooking would be the hardest part of the process. If barbecue is your passion, you need these handheld meat shredders, which will make you feel like Wolverine as you effortlessly break up tender chicken, brisket, or turkey that you've cooked and sauced. They have the endorsement of the National BBQ Association and America's Test Kitchen, too!

Purchase Bear Paws Meat Claws for $14.99.

Whether you want to slice, dice, or even spiralize, we've got you covered with a one-step solution. Sure, you could splurge on a blade from Ina Garten's favorite knife brand, but this chopper is a lot less expensive and so very handy. You may have seen this gadget on TikTok, where tons of happy users sing the praises of its stainless steel blades, non-skid footing, and ease of cleaning. Your dinner prep is about to get a lot easier and more satisfying. 

Purchase Fullstar The Original Pro Chopper (4 in 1) for $49.99.

Fancy coffee is expensive, as anyone who likes to shell out for a Starbucks handcrafted drink can attest. This holiday season, give your loved one the gift of a bougie café favorite — foamed milk — with a slender, battery-powered utensil that comes in their choice of colors and is lighter and easier to use than you could ever imagine. Whether you are topping hot coffee, cold brew, hot cocoa, or any other bespoke drink, you'll thank the heavens daily for this little device.

Purchase Zulay Kitchen Powerful Milk Frother Wand for $17.99.

You wanna see internet foodies argue? Get them on the topic of cooking eggs. From boiling with vinegar or baking soda to cooking hard-boiled eggs on the grill, folks are full of opinions on how to get the job done. Personally, we love this dedicated cooker, which will whip up six eggs to your choice of doneness (soft, medium, or hard), as well as make omelets or scrambled eggs, no water needed. Gift it to your favorite dorm dweller or culinary beginner and rock their world. 

Purchase the DASH Rapid Egg Cooker for $19.99.

Freshly grated cheese is far superior to the wood-pulp-coated bagged product, especially if you've figured out the fact that shredded cheese belongs on melted sandwiches. However, grating cheese with a microplane or box grater can be a messy and wrist-cramping experience. With this rotary machine, which comes with three different blades, grating just got greater, and we're not just talkin' cheddar ... potatoes, carrots, and even chocolate can all get shredded fine in its powerful, easy-to-clean jaws, saving effort and tons of valuable time. 

Purchase the KEOUKE Rotary Cheese Grater for $19.99.

Sometimes, you just need to give in to the urge to set something afire ... like crème brûlée or the vintage ice cream dessert cherries jubilee. This professional-grade blowtorch has a ton of uses: you can brown the surface of your casserole, crisp up marshmallows for tableside s'mores, light your grill, or caramelize fresh veggies. Just add butane gas (not included), and you are good to go. We especially love the safety features and ergonomic handheld shape. 

Purchase the Tencoz Blow Torch, Home-Grade Kitchen Cooking Torch for $29.99.

Patterned wallpaper, laminate cabinets, and maybe a wall oven or two ... it's what kitchens looked like in the '70s. You can also party the way your grandma did with this electric fondue pot, which will melt cheese or chocolate and keep it toasty for dipping skewers of yummy food, whether we're talking cubes of bread, crunchy veggies, plump strawberries, or shortbread cookies. There are three divided sections for dippers and four skewers, making this the perfect accompaniment to movie or game night. 

Purchase the Kusini Electric Fondue Pot Set for $44.99.

Of the mistakes people make when popping popcorn, relying on those expensive, taste-deficient microwave bags is a huge one. But don't cast off your microwave just yet! This cute, uber-functional popper made of borosilicate glass can pop a ton of popcorn without oil or butter ... simply measure out the right amount of kernels into the pitcher and stick it in Chef Mike. Less than three minutes later, you have an abundance of 'corn ready for seasoning as you wish! 

Purchase the Ecolution Patented Micro-Pop Microwave Popcorn Popper for $29.24.

Letting your delicious, home-cooked hot food get cold is a mistake that could ruin holiday brunch. This handy-dandy roll-up mat has three temperature settings for keeping dishes toasty until ready to serve, making it the perfect accompaniment to buffet-style serving. You can also use it to safely thaw frozen food! Even heat distribution, ample safety measures, and an integrated timer ensure that your warming mat is safe and convenient. This is another "how did I live without this?" purchase — grab one for yourself as well!

Purchase the ROLLERUP Electric Food Warming Mat for $39.99.

Many of the best uses for store-bought rotisserie chicken require shredding it. You'll never futz around with forks again once you discover this space-efficient countertop shredder. The teeth on the top and bottom clamp the food in question, and twisting the lid easily tears the meat into even, perfect shreds ideal for pasta, salads, or soups. Its non-skid base and heat-resistant material mean that safety isn't something to worry about, and the included brush makes hand-washing a breeze. Use it on poultry, beef, tuna, pork, or any other cooked meat.

Purchase the SURETIVIAN Chicken Shredder for $19.99.