A college kitchen can be expensive. On top of monthly rent or room-and-board fees, you also may have utility bills to account for, and, of course, the actual food and grocery bills. Luckily, the annual Amazon Spring Sale means there are plenty of Amazon kitchen deals right now on all sorts of cooking needs, from coffee machines and appliances to kitchen gadgets and meal-prep essentials. If you’re in the market for new kitchenware (or just want an excuse to get a new Stanley Cup), here are some of the best Amazon kitchen deals available now.
Nespresso Machine, $130
If you’ve been looking for a sign to upgrade to a Nespresso Machine, this 52% discount may be it. Skip the coffee shop and make four different cup sizes (5-ounce and 8-ounce coffee, plus single and double espresso) of barista-quality coffee at the touch of a button. Plus, the deal features Nespresso’s Aeroccino3 milk frother to easily froth hot or cold milk froth for a smooth addition to your at-home coffee creations.
Veggie Chopper, $25
Want to eat healthier but despise chopping vegetables for salads, stir fries, or roasts? This vegetable chopper (which is half-off right now, BTW) has heavy-duty, rust-resistant blades that are perfect for dicing potatoes, tomatoes, cucumbers, carrots, and more in a fraction of the time.
8-in-1 Air Fryer & Toaster, $130
College kitchens are small, but Cuisinart’s 8-in-1 Air Fryer can make the most of minimal counter space. This 1800-watt toaster oven and air fryer, is equipped with an air fry setting plus toast, convection bake, bake, convection broil, broil, grill, warming feature, with a wide temperature range — all for 35% off.
Keurig K-Express, $70
This mini Keurig brews an eight-ounce, 10-ounce, or 12-ounce cup of hot or iced coffee or tea at the push of a button. Plus, this sleek machine fits easily on a countertop while still accommodating a travel-sized mug.
Salad Spinner, $10
What may seem like a basic kitchen gadget is one of my all-time favorites, and it’s 71% off. Add an extra level of freshness to your bagged lettuce or greens with a few spins, and store it in the fridge for refreshing greens throughout the week.
Pots & Pans Set, $46
My Carote set is one of the best kitchen purchases I’ve ever made, and I rave about them to family and friends. And while I’d easily pay the full $120 for them, they’re even better at 62% off. These non-stick and sleek-designed pans are designed for optimal storage and easy stacking, which is even better for small kitchens and college apartments.
Cordless Electric Kettle, $70
My biggest gripe with my college kitchen was the lack of stovetop — water boiled in the microwave just doesn’t hit the same. This 1.7 liter electric kettle was a lifesaver, though, with a preset heat settings for tea, coffee, and instant foods. Plus, it’s cordless, which meant I didn’t have to boil water in the one outlet on my “bedroom” side of the dorm.
Glass Food Storage Containers, $38
This 24-piece set features 12 different-sized airtight containers for a variety of food storage needs. Not only are they leakproof and easy for transporting meals on the go, these containers made from Borosilicate Glass are dishwasher-, oven-, and microwave-safe.
Electric Milk Frother, $20
Upgrade your cafeteria or dorm room-coffee in under a minute with this handheld electric milk frother. This frother wand contains three different detachable whisking heads for a variety of functions, including mixing powder or supplements, frothing milk for latte and cappuccino, and even a balloon mixer that can be used for beating eggs if you’re into dorm-room baking. Plus, there’s over 10 unique colors to choose from.
Bamboo Cutting Boards, $30
Known for its natural strength and eco-friendliness, bamboo provides a durable and eco-friendly cutting board. This set of three comes in two different hues to ensure that you have all the space you need with a design that complements your kitchen.
Mini Griddle, $10
If you miss having home-cooked pancakes on the weekends, this dorm-friendly mini griddle might just be your perfect solution. Just plug it in, let it heat up, and you’ll have individual servings of pancakes, eggs, cookies, grilled cheese in minutes, without the need for a stovetop.
Stanley Quencher, $26
The iconic water bottle is 25% off for the Amazon Spring Sale. Plus, you can also snag the mini 14-ounce and giant 64-ounce quenchers at a discount, if the iconic 30- or 40-ounce Stanley Cups aren’t your thing.
Knife Set, $10
I bought these knives on Prime Day in 2022, and let me just say, they hold up — especially for the price. Not only is the rainbow design adorable and a fun pop of color for the kitchen, the set includes all the essentials: a chef knife, slicing knife, serrated bread knife, Santoku knife, utility knife, paring knife, and of course, matching color safeguards for each.
Cooking Utensils, $23
This 10-piece set of silicone cooking utensils is non-toxic, heat-resistant, and odorless for a safe cooking experience. Plus, the utensil set includes tongs, spatula, slotted spoon, solid spoon, slotted turner, soup ladle, pasta server, round spatula, solid turner, and a whisk — aka everything you need in your first kitchen — at a fraction of the cost.
Microwave Ramen Noodle Bowl, $8
This versatile 32-ounce microwave ramen bowl eliminates the need for a stove and is a dorm-friendly solution for instant ramen, soups, pasta, and more. The eco-friendly bowl comfortably holds up to two packs of noodles, making meal prep fast and convenient.