Small Kitchen Gadgets That Make Lunchtime Easier

Whether you're packing lunches or eating at home, you'll want these tools.

May 23, 2022

By: Amanda Mushro

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Make Lunch Simple

A long and leisurely lunch sounds amazing, but if you’re the one that has to cook and clean up the kitchen in just a few minutes, then you need a few gadgets to speed up the process. Sure, the microwave comes in handy at lunchtime, but how about making some of your favorites for your mid-day mealtime. With these tools, you ‘ll have hard boiled eggs in no time, space-saving kitchen gear, and utensils that will help you cut, chop, and cook faster. Here are ten small kitchen gadgets that will make whipping up lunch a breeze.

Rapid Egg Cooker

If you love a hard boiled egg in a salad or on its own, this rapid egg cooker takes the time and mess out of the regular cooking process. Plus you’ll never have to google "how long does it take to hard boil an egg," because this handy machine does it for you.

BUY IT: Amazon, $19.99

Snap N’ Strain Pot Strainer

We love gadgets that help save space, time, and cleanup. This strainer attaches to your pots and makes straining pasta or washing veggies super easy and one-handed.

BUY IT: Amazon, $13.49

Foldable Cutting Board

After cutting up fruits and veggies, this handy cutting board folds in half so you can transfer them onto a plate, into a pot, or easily slide into a to-go bag for packed lunches.

BUY IT: Amazon, $10.87

Crust Cutter

If you have a no-crust sandwich fan in your house, then these crust cutters make the perfect crust-free sandwich every time. The set comes with three different shapes to keep lunchtime fun.

BUY IT: Amazon, $17.96

Carrot and Dip Container

This carrot dip container holds plenty of veggies and has a separate container for dips like hummus or ranch. It’s cute and perfect for packing lunches with no spills or messes. Plus it’s reusable so it makes lunch prep more eco friendly.

BUY IT: Amazon, $5.99

Double Air Fryer

Give your air fryer an upgrade with this double basket air fryer. Now you can cook two different foods at once. Nuggets and fries, veggies and fish, dessert and lunch. Each side cooks at the temperature you choose so there’s no waiting. Just a yummy lunch ready faster.

BUY IT: Amazon, $159.99

Pizza Cutter Wheel

Cut up pizza, pancakes, waffles, or tortillas in seconds with this cutter wheel. It’s easy to use, easy to clean, and will quickly become your favorite new gadget.

BUY IT: Amazon, $7.99

Personal Smoothie Maker

If a smoothie is on the menu, this personal smoothie maker is what you need in your kitchen. It’s small and compact, and the cup turns into a travel mug so you can take your smoothie to go.

BUY IT: Amazon, $20.99

Grape Cutter

If you have kids, it can feel like you spend most of your time in the kitchen cutting up their food into safe sizes. When it comes to grapes, make this process faster with this grape cutter. It’s a fan favorite of parents and can be used on other small fruits and veggies.

BUY IT: Amazon, $11.95

Bread Container

If your bread always ends up stale, you need this one. Keep bread fresh in this fun dispenser. Just drop the loaf of bread inside the container, and pull down on the bag. One piece of bread pops out and you can make sandwiches and toast without having to open and close the bread bag.

BUY IT: Amazon, $29.32

Pancake Dispenser

Pancakes might be a breakfast staple, but with this handy dispenser, you’ll want to whip up tasty pancakes for every meal. Just pour in the batter and it will dispense the perfect amount every time.

BUY IT: Amazon, $23.99

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