Last-minute Mother's Day gifts: Reviewed staff cooking picks that yes, you can get on time
The clock is ticking. If you haven't found a perfect gift for Mother's Day 2023 (which is on Sunday, May 14, but you knew that already) so you should probably be looking at stuff with two-day shipping. If you're stumped on what to get a mom who spends a lot of time in the kitchen, you've come to the right place.
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This is why, if you're looking for a last-minute Mother's Day gift we are the ones to turn to to find a time-tested and product-geek-approved gift that will wow Mom and give you all the brownie points. Read on for our staffer's favorite kitchen finds that Mom will love.
1. Cosori Lite smart air fryer
Mom will love how fast the Cosori Lite whips up dinner. The app-driven, smart air fryer makes for hands-off meal prep to give Mom more time to do things she loves. Even heating technology automatically detects and readjusts heat throughout cooking making for perfectly crispy and more evenly-cooked dishes.
Deals Staff Writer Jon Winkler owns and loves his Cosori Lite smart air fryer. "This four-quart appliance is a great addition to my dinner routine. Its sleek design helps it slide into my small countertop without taking up too much space and its small fry basket is easy to clean after each use.
"If you’re new to air frying (like I was), the Cosori Lite is easy-to-use with helpful cooking tips and a simple touch interface."
2. Lifestraw Water Pitcher
For the Mom who loves to hydrate, this beautiful pitcher purifies tap water while looking elegant.
Senior Staff Writer of Kitchen & Cooking Monica Petrucci loves her Lifestraw Water Pitcher. "Most water filters don't reduce contaminants like microplastics and PFAS (and they certainly don't all look this good). When I learned that my town detected levels of PFAS in the water supply, I ran to order this—and haven't looked back. This gorgeous pitcher is made of borosilicate glass, filters over 30 contaminants and is easy to fill and clean."
3. Smeg Milk Frother
For a perfect froth, the Smeg milk frother is the elegant addition to Mom's coffee or tea habit that will elevate each cup.
"From mixing up matcha to producing frothy milk for a latté," says Staff Writer Samantha Mangino, "the Smeg milk frother works exceptionally well while also looking gorgeous on my countertop. The Smeg milk frother offers seven different functions so you can get fancy with both iced and hot beverages."
4. Magic Bullet blender
The Magic Bullet has been an indispensable part of my kitchen and our Kitchen & Food Senior writer agrees.
"It's rare for me to wake up and not crave a smoothie," says Monica Petrucci. "Luckily, the Magic Bullet is always waiting for me, ready to blend up several cups of frozen produce (and do it fast). It's also a breeze to clean, thanks to the cup's cylindrical shape and dishwasher-safe label. I've been using this affordable blender for over a year—and it delivers every time."
5. Dash Egg Bite Maker
Jeaneen Russell, our Gift Guides Editor and mom to two says that her Dash Egg Bite Maker is the one kitchen item she can't do without.
"My Dash Egg Bite Maker makes prepping my weekday breakfast simple and delicious," says Jeaneen Russell, Gift Guides Editor. "The family-sized version of the egg bite maker cooks nine perfectly round and portioned egg bites that can rival the expensive Starbucks version any day.
"If you're looking for a fast and easy way to meal prep your breakfast for busy weekday mornings, I highly recommend the Dash Sous Vide Style Family Size Egg Bite Maker."
6. Staub Cocotte cast iron Dutch oven
Every mom needs a terrific Dutch oven. If your mom doesn't have one yet, this one comes in an array of gorgeous colors at an affordable price.
"The Staub Cocotte isn’t simply a versatile piece of cookware, it’s beautiful enough to be a full-blown display piece," says Senior Staff Writer Jaime Carillo. "Considering how much use you’ll get out of it, this enamel cast iron Dutch oven may never leave your cooktop. It boils, it braises and deep fries food to perfection. "
7. Royal Craft Wood charcuterie board
For the mom who loves to host, this charcuterie board will up her party platter game.
Staff Writer Lily Hartman says she's owned and loved this Royal Craft Wood charcuterie board for years "The all-natural, wood bamboo that this charcuterie board is made of is high quality because it’s never dented, scratched, stained—nor dulled my knives, which happens a lot with my cutting boards. What’s better: there are two indented spaces to keep nuts, pretzels, and other snacks in place, as well as side handles for easy carrying and serving. You can also purchase this charcuterie board in a larger size for even more space."
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This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Our staff picks kitchen gifts mom is sure to love — and get on time