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The Best Amazon Prime Day Kitchen Deals For College Essentials

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Nothing gives second Christmas like Amazon Prime Days. Although missing the candy canes and eggnog, the special days include deals that make it feel like it’s the holidays for a customer and their wallet. Summertime almost always equals students getting back into the workforce and rebuilding their bank accounts to prepare to tackle the next school year’s expenses. Prime Day saves the day with deals on essentials that make it easy to cook meals in your dorm or apartment at a reasonable price.

Amazon Prime Day is happening July 8 to 11, and now’s the time to game plan what items are must-haves to grab before stepping foot back onto campus. The site is offering up to 50% off kitchen essentials, so here’s what you should keep an eye out for. 

Zulay Milk Frother, $7

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This milk frother will help start your mornings with homemade cold foam to elevate your coffees or matchas.

Tea Strainers, $8

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Tea strainers might seem niche and something you typically wouldn’t buy, but this purchase could come in handy when ‘barista TikTok’ is crafting up homemade tea bags.

Electric Salt & Pepper Grinder, $9

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Salt and pepper shakers aren’t exactly a necessity, but when there’s an electric set that was $30 and is 70% off, there’s no shame in giving it a try.

Goodful Stainless Steel Food Jar, $12

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Remembering to pack a granola bar before leaving for class is the bare minimum, but it might be better if you could just pack last night’s dinner or whip up some ramen instead. This food jar is insulated and will allow your food to stay warm and for you to stay full throughout the day.

Bento Classic – Adult Bento Box, $12

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Packing a lunch can be practical and aesthetically pleasing with this bento box that comes in blue, blush marble, coastal aqua, gray, green, khaki green, purple, and slate. The box has three separating compartments and includes reusable utensils.

KitchenAid Asteroid Oven Mitt Set, $12

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Instead of using a towel, this oven mitt set will keep your hands protected when handling hot pots and pans.

Freshware Food Storage Containers With Lids, $14

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Both microwave and freezer-safe, meal prep just got a little easier with these storage containers.

6-Pack JoyJolt 16-ounce Mason Jars, $17

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Overnight oats and jar-shaken matchas just got easier, and cheaper, with these mason jars. Plus, they come with reusable labels.

Yofidra Kitchen Sink Caddy, $17

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A perfect place to store scrubbers, sponges, hand soap, and dishwashing liquid to keep your sink organized.

One-Touch Electric Can Opener, $20

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Opening cans can be tedious, but at the touch of a button, this electric can opener gets it open in a flash.

Culigan Water Filter Pitcher, $20

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Coming in options that range from eight to 32 cups, this water filter gets rid of harmful chemicals with its ZeroWater Technology. You’ll be saving up to 150 plastic water bottles in addition to staying hydrated.

Portable Blender, $24

Busy days call for quick meals. From protein-powered shakes to refreshing smoothies, this portable blender does the job.

Owala FreeSip Water Bottle With Straw, $26

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Camo Cool Owalas are 15% off and are a cute way to stay hydrated while also saving money. Just be careful with them on planes because you could risk being in the ‘splash-zone’.

Bella 9-Piece Ceramic Non-Stick Cookware Set, $37

Dropping from nearly $120, this set is a steal. The chore of making more dishes while cooking is a hassle, so let this 9-piece set take the edge off. After cooking, each handle can be removed, and food can be stored in this dishwasher-safe cookware without having to transfer it into storable containers.

Keurig K-Express Coffee Maker, $60

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Caffeine consumption typically picks back up when the school year rolls around, and it once again becomes a necessity. At 45% off, you can purchase this Keurig in black, island berry, lavender, mint, and warm stone.

Instant Pot Vortex Plus Air Fryer, $65

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This air fryer just traded in its almost $130 price tag for a 50% discount so customers can cook with ease. Whether you’re reheating pizza or baking cookies, this air fryer can do it all.

Faith Harper is a content writer for Howard University's Her Campus chapter, where she covers various topics including on-campus life, entertainment, culture, television, movies, and wellness.

In addition to her role at Her Campus, Faith serves as the supervising producer for the News Department at Spotlight Network at Howard University. In this capacity, she oversees team members within the news sector, guiding them in the process of identifying and crafting stories, managing pre and post-production tasks, and communicating necessary resources to the executive producer. Faith has also contributed as a writer for Cover2Cover Magazine, a publication affiliated with Howard University. She is presently a junior at Howard University, pursuing a major in Journalism with a minor in Criminology.

During her leisure time, Faith loves revisiting classic movies and TV shows from the early 1990s and 2000s. Additionally, she enjoys baking new recipes with her friends and eating at her favorite pizza spot in her home city, Chicago, Leona’s. As a former Girl Scout, she takes pride in her dedication to inspiring young girls, emphasizing that the world offers boundless opportunities and wrongs for them to right.