If you’re like most people, your kitchen is already filled with an eclectic mix of appliances. From the ancient to the modern, we tend to accumulate things over time, and there’s always that one side of the kitchen that looks downright schizophrenic as a result.

But out of all our pot lids and crock pots, there’s one single item that so often gets overlooked: our stand mixer. More often than not, we’ll reach for the food processor or the blender when we want to throw together a concoction of batter for muffins or soup.

The sad thing is, sometimes this is because of a lack of knowledge about how our stand mixer can do more than just knead bread dough. But that’s exactly what I’m going to be clearing up today: how to get the most bang for your buck out of your stand mixer.

Don’t worry, I won’t be telling you that it’s time to break out the bowls and wooden spoons (although those can also come in handy!). We’re just going to focus on how to use your stand mixer in all its many capacities.

The name of the game is versatility: how can the same appliance that we used to prepare those delicious banana nut muffins and pancakes be used to make those same foods in other ways? That’s what I’m after, and that’s what you need to do too.

For example, when it’s time to make a batch of cookies, why not try one of these recipes? They’re not only delicious, but will show off what your stand mixer can do in the kitchen.

As you can see, you stand mixer is capable of far more than just whipping up bread dough!

The main difference between the Artisan Kitchen Aid Model and the Ultra Power Mixer is that the Power or Heavy Duty Kitchen Aid has a 575 watt motor compared to the 325 watt motor in the top of the line Artisan model. The difference in wattage may not sound like enough but since wattage is a measurement of power, 575 watts will definitely have an impact on you and your mixer.

FAQ:

Is the Kitchenaid Artisan a step up from the Classic Stand Mixer?

The Artisan is completely redesigned and has a more powerful motor than the Classic Stand Mixer but it’s still only 325 watt compared to the Power Model’s 575 watts. In my opinion, if you are going to have one stand mixer, get the power model.

What is better than a Kitchenaid Mixer?

KitchenAid stand mixers have been around for many years, they have proven themselves time after time to be durable high quality mixers but with all stand mixers, there is no substitution for experience. There are several companies that produce professional stand mixers for commercial use, these mixers will run between $450 and $1100, many of them have more power than a KitchenAid, some even have stainless steel bowls.

Can I go wrong mixing cake batter with my kitchenaid mixer?

No you can’t go wrong if your operator skills are correct, KitchenAid makes a high quality mixer and they’re not going to stand behind something they feel is broken because of improper use. When I make cake batter, I put the mixer on stir speed and let it do the work for me.

Should I get a 7 or 10 quart KitchenAid Stand Mixer?

This really depends on the size of your family and the amount of entertaining you do. If you bake often and make large batches, a 10-quart bowl is going to be easier to handle without having to stop and scrape ingredients from the side of the bowl.

What is KitchenAid’s warranty?

All KitchenAid products come with a 1 year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship, excluding damage from misuse, abuse, or use other than intended. (See instruction manual for complete details. This warranty does not cover accessories.)

What is the KitchenAid warranty?

All KitchenAid stand mixers have a 1 year limited warranty against defects in materials and workmanship, excluding damage from misuse, abuse or use other than intended (See instruction manual for complete details.)

When it comes to using your mixer, the sky’s really the limit. And once you get started, you’ll be glad that you didn’t skip out on all those other appliances.

Why do I love my stand mixer so much? It makes cooking so much easier! With all its different speeds and mixing options, it can make all of your recipes easier to cook and prepare.

Final Thoughts:

What do I love about the Artisan Stand Mixer? It’s definitely one of my most used and favorite appliances in my kitchen. I love that it’s powerful enough to knead bread dough and at the same time, can be used to make cookie dough.

The only downside to this appliance is that it’s much more difficult to clean when compared to other stand mixers.