I write about kitchen products – here’s what I’m eyeing from Target’s early Black Friday sale
Black Friday may not start until after Thanksgiving, but to help us pass the time, Target has plenty of them on sale Kitchen deals for early Black Friday just ripe for harvest. And these aren’t your average discounts either – these are the best prices we’re seeing online for brands like KitchenAid, Ninja, Instant Pot, Keurig, and Cuisinart. You’ll save up to 57% on everything from air fryers and pressure cookers to coffee makers and stand mixers. Whether you’re looking to avoid holiday gift shopping before the holiday season or want to treat yourself, now’s the time to snag some new home appliances and cookware at a bargain price. As a former professional baker, avid home cook, and kitchen products author, here’s what I have in mind:
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Save time, effort, space and money with this cute 5-inch wide coffee maker that brews a fresh cup in just minutes. Now you can skip those expensive Starbucks drinks in the morning – simply fill the container with water, add the K-Cup of your choice, turn on the machine and voila!
“I love the simplicity of the Mini Keurig!” exclaimed one satisfied drinker. “The color is so fun and [the] Mini doesn’t take up much counter space. The coffee is brewed evenly hot every time.”
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As stylish as your large appliances, this versatile cooker deep-fries, bakes, grills, toasts and more. It can accommodate a 4-pound chicken, six slices of bread, or a 12-inch pizza, making your crispy-crunchy dreams come true in no time. Don’t be surprised if you find yourself using this more often than your actual oven!
“This appliance can do it all,” wrote one Cuisinart convert. “The air fryer and grill are the best I’ve ever seen. I’m so impressed with it that I threw the box away and it now has a permanent place on my kitchen counter. The controls are easy to use and clean – The construction is simple. One of the best purchases I’ve ever made.
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Make smoothies, soups, purees and more with this professional blender that’s powerful enough to pulverize everything from ice to seeds and nuts. It has multiple rows of blades so you don’t have to stop and scrape everything, and cleaning is a breeze – just put the bowl in the dishwasher!
“It’s a powerhouse for our daily use,” enthused one ninja newbie. “Compared to what we had before, the Ninja Professional does NOT require stopping and stirring with a spoon as the blades reach up in the middle [the] above [the] Container. I do NOT have to hold the container or hold the lid as they both lock into place. It is easy to use and easy to clean. It doesn’t leak. I also like the spout that clicks into place.”
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This versatile workhorse lets you concentrate flavor without letting your food simmer for hours. Not only does it pressure cook, it also slow cooks, steams, sautés, and prepares rice, yogurt, and more. (There’s not much this work tool can’t do.) Plus, the 15 presets take the guesswork out of meal prep, and with this package you also get an additional sealing ring, silicone egg stand, and stainless steel steamer rack.
“The Instant Pot always comes in the clutch,” explained one reviewer. “We love cooking at home, but often we just need to prepare our meals quickly. It’s perfect for stews and making your own broth. I highly recommend this product.”
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Whether you’re a cookie monster or a bread eater, a KitchenAid stand mixer is an absolute game-changer when it comes to making baked goods at home. You can add your ingredients and then let the machine do its work while you take care of other tasks. This saves you time and a lot of nerves. It comes with whisk, beater, and dough hook attachments, has 11 speeds, and can hold enough dough to make up to 11 dozen cookies in a single batch. It’s also great with mashed potatoes on Thanksgiving! (Full disclosure: This exact model – in silver – is the one I own, and it’s the best.)
“I have had KitchenAid mixers for over 32 years,” wrote one professional baker. “I had a wedding cake business for 28 years and my mixers had to be the best. Now that I’m retired, I just purchased the 5.5 quart blender with mixing bowl and I love it! It’s easy to use and does a fantastic job! I I would never buy anything other than a KitchenAid mixer. This one is great!”
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Sharp knives not only make food preparation easier, but also safer because you don’t have to use as much force when slicing and dicing. This nifty set includes a chef’s knife, a santoku knife, a utility knife, a paring knife, six steak knives, kitchen scissors and – coolest of all – a storage block with a built-in sharpener to keep the blades nice and sharp.
“Absolutely amazing kitchen knives,” wrote one five-star fan. “They are definitely SHARP, so be careful. We’ve only had to sharpen them about three times since purchasing them, which is amazing. Plus, the sharpening device is super quick and easy.”
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Cookware starting to look a little crusty? With this smooth non-stick set, you don’t have to worry about scraping off caked-on residue as your food slides right off. Included in delivery are a 10.25-inch skillet, a 12-inch skillet with lid, a 1.5-quart pot with lid, a 2.5-quart pot with lid, and an 8-quart stockpot a lid included that fits both the smaller frying pan and the broth pot. Everything is oven safe up to 500 degrees Fahrenheit and compatible with all types of stoves.
“I swear by this cookware,” enthused one amateur chef. “By far the best non-stick coating I have ever used. You can crack an egg (no oil or butter) directly onto the pan and it won’t stick. Cleaning is also a breeze as you can put it straight in the dishwasher.”
The reviews quoted above reflect the most current versions at the time of publication.