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9 Space-saving kitchen gadgets for every apartment
Apartment kitchens are just like any other kitchen—they’re places to cook, share meals, and hang out with friends. What they aren’t known for, however, is being particularly spacious. To help, we’ve pulled together nine must-have space-saving kitchen gadgets to help you create the most functional, efficient apartment kitchen possible.
Space-saving kitchen gadgets
Space-saving is high on our list of priorities when shopping for new kitchen gadgets. Whether you need more countertop space or fridge space, these kitchen gadgets fit the bill.
Magnetic knife block holder
A kitchen favorite magnetic knife bar is a great space-savings gadget. If you are worried about spackling the hole after, you might opt for a magnetic knife holder that does not require installation into the wall. It’s slender enough to feel compact and is double-sided, so knives and other kitchen tools can be stored on either side.
Over-the-sink cutting board
Counter space in an apartment kitchen is more valuable than real estate in Manhattan. That’s why this cutting board gadget caught our eye. It fits securely over most sinks and comes with a strainer for rinsing veggies. Best of all, the bamboo cutting board is a sustainable, green resource.
$29.99 From amazonFridge organizer, ceiling bottle holders
Just when you thought you couldn’t eke out any more space out of your tiny apartment fridge, we went and found this handy little fridge bottle organizer that adheres to the top of the inside of your fridge. Their powerful magnetics hold bottles, opening up the shelf space below for use. As far as new kitchen gadgets go, this is one of our favorites.
$19.99 from AMAZONKitchen gadgets that collapse
Space-savings kitchen gadgets collapse or nest into each other so that an entire set takes up as little room as possible. Here are a few of our favorites.
Environmentally-friendly food storage containers
These food storage containers are an excellent option for space-challenged apartment kitchens. They’re dishwasher and microwave safe, and their air venting lids make for more evenly-cooked food in the microwave. The lids seal air-tight for food storage, and they’re made of food-grade silicone.
$39.99 from AMAZONAdjustable measuring spoon
While measuring spoons aren’t the largest space hogs, we love the utility of this adjustable measuring spoon. No more sifting through your kitchen drawers looking for the right size measuring spoon. This little measuring gadget adjusts six sizes from ½ teaspoon up to 1 tablespoon, and that means six different items in your drawer just became one!
$9.50 from AMAZONNesting mixing bowls
These mixing bowls aren’t just space savers, they’re highly versatile. They nest for easy storage, and their airtight lids make them perfect for storing food. You can use the lid inserts to grate veggies, cheese, or anything else. Each bowl also has a handle and pour spout for mess-free, easy pouring. And, they have non-slip bottoms to keep them from sliding around on you when mixing.
$24.99 from AMAZONSpace-saving kitchen appliances
These space-savings kitchen appliances are more than a new kitchen gadget fad. Their small size and multi-purpose use make them a long-term investment purchase into your kitchen stock future (and by stock, we mean chicken and beef)!
Mini Instant Pot pressure cooker
This little Instant Pot wonder is seven appliances in one, and in the world of apartment kitchens, that’s a whole lot of kitchen real estate. It doubles and triples as a slow cooker, rice cooker, pressure cooker, steamer, yogurt maker, and warmer. Whether you are a master chef or are a cooking minimalist, you will appreciate the multi-functional ability of your new kitchen buddy.
$76.95 from AMAZONImmersion hand blender
Immersion hand blenders are a must for apartment kitchens. We like this version best because its small size makes for easy storage and it comes with three different attachments (milk frother, mixing wand, and egg whisk). You get enough power to make smoothies, shakes, sauces, soups, baby food, cappuccinos, without the size and bulk of a traditional countertop blender. Attachments are dishwasher safe and easily interchangeable.
$39.99 from AMAZONSpace-saving kitchen table
Many apartments lack a designated dining room and have very little space for a table in the kitchen. This compact dining table works well for tight kitchens. It nestles up against a wall, provides shelf space, and has enough tabletop room for two to gather, work, relax.
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