The best Black Friday kitchen deals of 2024, according to a pro baker

We have entered prime baking season, and at 4.5 quarts, this top-seller can hold enough dough to make up to eight dozen cookies at a time (though it won't take up much room in your kitchen). This is the brand I use in my own home kitchen, and it comes with a beater, dough hook and whisk attachments for making practically any baked good under the sun. 

It'll give your arms a break by doing all of the mixing, and you can let it run while you prep other ingredients. This is as low as it's been since April, so scoop it up ahead of the holidays!

If you could use a more industrial model, this is the exact mixer I have on my kitchen counter — it's an absolute beast. Because it has a bowl-lift design rather than a tilt-head design, it's more stable and can whip things up with greater power. Plus, the bowl itself is a bit larger. 

At nearly 40% off, this is the best price I'm seeing on the web — I'm tempted to grab a second one!

It's an air fryer ... it's a toaster oven ... it's ... well, it's both. Made of sleek stainless steel, this compact appliance cooks up crispy favorites with hardly any oil, and you can get it at Target for less than it is at Amazon. In fact, this price is the best we've seen it on sale for. 

Psst: Come Thanksgiving, this will allow you to heat things up when your oven's full.

Metal mixing bowls are the best because there's no risk of them shattering if your forceful whisking accidentally sends them crashing to the floor. This assortment — which I use at home all the time — comes with bowls of all different sizes that neatly stack inside one another, and the included lids mean you can use them for storing leftovers too. 

The starting price might be inflated, but at just over $4 a pop, these are still a stellar deal.

Thousands of Amazon shoppers love these sturdy containers, which have airtight seals to keep food fresh. The containers are made of glass — but not just any glass. We're talking about borosilicate glass, which is used on thermal tiles in space shuttles. 

Not only does it conveniently allow you to see what's packed inside, but it's oven-safe up to 1,040°F. You can also store these containers in the freezer if you have leftovers you know you won't get to right away. At just over $3 per container, this is a fabulous value.

Check out our roundup of the best food storage containers for additional options. 

Henckels has been crafting knives for over a century, so the brand knows a thing or two about what makes a quality set. This top-seller comes with just about every type of blade a home cook could need: a 3-inch paring knife, a 5-inch serrated utility knife, a 7-inch santoku knife, an 8-inch chef's knife and an 8-inch bread knife. Also included: six 4.5-inch steak knives, a professional honing steel, kitchen shears and a hardwood knife block. Whew! 

This collection is majorly marked down from its list price of $345, though we've never actually seen it shoot that high. Still, this is a stellar price for a comprehensive set with such high ratings — some single knives can cost as much. 

Check out our roundup of the best knives and knife sets for more — this set topped the list!

You'll feel like you have your own personal smoothie shop with this best-in-class blender. Boasting a 2-horsepower motor, it'll effortlessly blitz up ice and frozen fruit, though you could also use it for whizzing up sauces or even grinding up meat. 

From soup to nuts (as in, homemade nut butters), this workhorse will level up your meal prep like no other — and this is the best price we're seeing.

Gordon Ramsay approves of this brand, and you know how particular the celebrity chef is. The pans' hybrid construction combines the best qualities of stainless steel, cast iron and nonstick for a one-of-a-kind product that, according to Ramsay, "is highly versatile and cooks exceptionally well." 

They're made of aluminum sandwiched between stainless steel for expert heat conduction and distribution, and their nonstick interiors make them a breeze to clean. Plus, the signature hexagonal etching helps encourage browning. With this starter set, you'll get the 12-inch, 10-inch and 8-inch Hybrid pans, plus lids for each — and for nearly 40% off. 

Check out our roundup of the best cookware sets of 2024 for more. 

This nifty contraption is a fave of Yahoo staff and readers alike. Says one editor: "I was skeptical at first. After all, I was used to spending a lot of time crafting breakfast sandwiches. But after using this device once, I was hooked. It pristinely cooked every element of the sandwich — even the egg! The ham was smoky and warm, the cheese was perfectly melted and the egg was the ideal level of gooeyness. Plus, my English muffin didn’t get soggy."

It's not often on sale, and this is about as low as we've ever seen it marked down to (it currently beats Amazon's price, and you'll get free shipping with your Circle 360 membership). It makes a fun gift, hint-hint! 

Okay, this isn't a kitchen deal per se, but just think of all of the affordable kitchen gear you'll have access to thanks to your new Sam's Club membership. 

This deal knocks the annual price down by 60%, but hurry — the offer ends December 2!

We don't "wing" it here at Yahoo Life: We put 15 models to the test and awarded this one "Best Air Fryer Overall." According to Yahoo Life writer Kristin Granero, who conducted the tests, this one "boasts substantial cooking room, minimal required maintenance and an easy-to-master learning curve, all while looking non-clunky." 

Its LED display has five cooking functions to choose from — air-fry, roast, bake, broil and warm — as well as five preset options for popular foods like fries, wings, frozen snacks and vegetables. Other cool components include its interior light and see-through doors, which allow you to keep an eye on your food while it cooks, as well as a "toss reminder" that'll alert you when it's time to flip your food in the basket. This is as low as we've ever seen it marked down to.

Check out our roundup of the best air fryers for more. 

This versatile skillet ain't no flash in the pan — it's been a staple in one Yahoo Life editor's kitchen for years. Among its many perks are its lightweight, 2-pound design, as well as the removable silicone grip on its handle, which will protect your hands while you cook. 

It's also dishwasher-safe, but our editor says, "Cleanup is a breeze and only requires a few swipes with a soapy sponge, even around the rivets that secure the handle." It's currently down to the best price we've seen all year. 

Check out our roundup of the best nonstick pans for a full review.

Been curious about hopping aboard the meal kit train? Now's your chance to see why all of your family and friends are obsessed. This deal gets you a 50% discount (and free shipping!) on your first month of meals, and the price reflects eight servings of Chef Favorites. 

Easy-to-follow recipes, pre-portioned ingredients — making dinner from scratch has never been this effortless. 

I own this multi-use, nonstick beauty, and it just might become your most-utilized piece of cookware, thanks to its thoughtful design. It took the internet by storm a few years ago and quickly became a favorite of home cooks and celebrities alike. (Selena Gomez did a collaboration with the brand, and Oprah has called it "the kitchen magician.")

Its ceramic coating is slick and free of PFAS, while the handle smartly doubles as a spoon rest. Speaking of utensils, it comes with a wooden spatula and metal steamer basket that can be used as a colander, and it's oven-safe up to 450°F for added versatility. It's not often on sale, so grab it while it's $55 off (as low as it's ever been). 

Check out my full Our Place Always Pan review for more.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream — yes, even in the fall! This wildly popular appliance will satiate your sweet tooth until it's warm enough for the ice cream truck to roll around. 

It churns out everything from ice cream and sorbet to milkshakes and more — just add your ingredients, freeze overnight, press a button and ta-da! Plus, you'll be able to customize your creation with your favorite mix-ins. This price beats Amazon's, so "scoop" it up while you can.

Check out our full Ninja Creami review for more.

If you've been eyeing these sleek grinders but couldn't justify their high price tags, now's your chance to snag 'em for over 60% off. Not only are they ridiculously attractive, they also allow you to change the coarseness of your seasonings — and there's a nifty LED light at the bottom of each one. 

"I bought several sets and gave them to my 'foodie' friends for Christmas," wrote a thoughtful gift-giver. "Great quality — well made. The light on the bottom allows you to see how much salt/pepper is being dispensed. They are easy to use and a great conversation piece at dinner!"

Soups, stews, braises and all things cozy are this stove-to-oven pot's specialty — and it's such a looker, you'll want to keep it out on display 24/7. The ceramic nonstick coating makes cleaning as easy as a quick wipe down, and you can feel at ease knowing it's free of PFAS. 

While it's not the biggest discount on this list, Caraway cookware sales are rare — and compared to, say, Le Creuset, this is a total bargain. 

Have you ever seen a kitchen appliance as lovely as this stunner from Drew Barrymore's home goods line? You won't mind keeping this on your counter while your cold-weather comfort dishes bubble away. 

It can hold enough food for about seven people, and the light-up display is a fun touch. Plus, this sale price is about as low as it gets.

We spotted this very mandoline in an Instagram video showing Giada De Laurentiis using it to thinly slice cucumbers for a salad. It comes with both straight and serrated blades, and there's also a handy dial on the side that lets you choose from 21 (!) different thicknesses, whether you want paper-thin vegetables for making homemade chips or chunkier pieces to roast. 

Now, mandolines don't exactly have the best reputation — they're often associated with, let's just say, finger "mishaps" due to their extremely sharp blades. That's why safety features are crucial, and this model doesn't skimp. For instance, the side of the blade that isn't being used is completely concealed, and it comes with a spring-loaded food holder, which you stick onto whatever you're slicing to use as a barrier between the fruit/vegetable and your hand; this way, you're never coming in close contact with the blade itself. Snag it while it's nearly 45% off!

If you're in the market for some new measuring tools, make sure the markings are etched-in (like these) rather than printed on. Printed markings fade over time, meaning you're more likely to use the wrong cup or spoon — and that'll really throw things off when you're baking. 

This highly rated set includes both dry and wet measurements, is dishwasher-safe and has handles with nonslip undersides for improved grip. Oh, and at nearly 50% off, this is as low as it's ever been on sale for. 

Got "bake more often" on your 2025 bingo card? This set has just about every vessel you'll need to make cakes, muffins, brownies and more, and the nonstick material helps ensure everything releases in one piece. 

All-Clad is a favorite brand of Ina Garten, just sayin'...

You can't go wrong with classic stainless steel cookware, and Made In's sought-after pieces don't often go on sale. That said, this bestselling set is a rare 25% off and includes small, medium and large pans to suit all of your stir-frying and sautéing needs. 

They come with a lifetime warranty for peace of mind, and you won't have to worry about "forever chemicals" making their way into your food. 

Ina Garten uses similar towels in her kitchen (you can see one in this recent Instagram post). The no-frills wipes are made of cotton for superior absorbency and can be used for everything from cleaning up spills to handling hot pans. This is actually a buy one, get one free deal, so you're getting six towels for less than $4 each (add two sets to your cart, and the discount will be applied at checkout). 

"It is hard to find a dish towel that dries glassware thoroughly, and these towels do the trick!" declared a shopper. "I swipe the glass and it's dry. They're big enough to put inside a glass and wrap the rest around the outside. So good."