Lifestyle Kitchen Don't Wait for Black Friday—KitchenAid's Stand Mixer Is Over $200 Off Let the holiday baking begin. By Laura Denby Laura Denby Laura Denby is a food writer and chef with six years of professional culinary experience. Find her work in Real Simple, Food Network, Better Homes & Gardens and more. Food & Wine's Editorial Guidelines Published on November 5, 2021 Share Tweet Pin Email We independently research, test, review, and recommend the best products—learn more about our process. If you buy something through our links, we may earn a commission. Photo: Target --- Fans of freshly baked focaccia and expertly-cut homemade pasta dough know that a KitchenAid stand mixer is a baker's best friend. The thing is, they can be pricey and most home cooks save the coveted stand mixer for special wishlists or holiday discounts. Luckily, you can grab one at a steep discount right now because KitchenAid is offering them for just $220. If you're already planning as much holiday baking as I am, you need this chef-approved gadget in your kitchen before the season gets underway. Courtesy of Amazon To buy: KitchenAid Professional 5-Quart Stand Mixer, $220 (originally $430) at kitchenaid.com Stand mixers are a sturdy and reliable way to streamline kitchen projects that either can't or shouldn't be done by hand, and KitchenAid is the industry standard. As a professional chef, every kitchen I've ever worked in has relied on them as an integral tool in both sweet and savory operations. I love mine because it's strong enough to handle a large batch of sticky pizza dough, yet delicate enough to whip sweet meringue to perfect stiff peaks. The simple design relies on minimal buttons and the built-in lift-and-lock system keeps the stainless steel bowl stable at any speed. I love that I don't have to hold the bowl while I whip fresh cream, and I take full advantage of the fact that I can walk away and leave the mixer running while I tidy up. Though they're professional-grade, these mixers are totally approachable for any skill level. The stainless steel bowl can hold up to 5 quarts and is dishwasher safe for easy cleaning. It comes equipped with a flat beater, spiral dough hook, and wire whisk to tackle a variety of projects, so whether you're a Bake Off fanatic or dabbling in your first batch of cookies, this machine is designed with the home cook in mind. This model features 10 speeds and is compatible with 10 handy attachments (all sold separately) that make advanced tasks like grinding meat and making ice cream accessible at home. Who needs Black Friday or Cyber Monday? Get yours now. Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit