So you finally have the iconic stand mixer of your dreams sitting on your counter. Let's make sure it earns its coveted spot with ridiculously good recipes that are basically a party in a bowl.
1. Pao de Queijo
Meet Pão de queijo which is also known as Brazilian cheese bread. These little buns are made with tapioca flour and plenty of cheese for the ultimate texture experience.
You serve them warm to get that perfect crunch on the outside. Inside they are gooey and chewy and cheesy and just perfect in every way.
2. Coffee Cake
This coffee cake is unbelievably moist and rich with butter. It features a layer of cinnamon sugar plus a crumb topping and a sweet glaze on top. Just picture yourself starting the day with a hot cup of joe and a big slice of this cake.
I learned something new today because this cake actually contains zero coffee. It gets the name simply because it pairs so well with your morning brew.
3. Artisan Bread
Buying a loaf from the bakery is convenient but homemade bread tastes infinitely better. The smell alone is pure magic wafting through your kitchen. Maybe you have always wanted to bake bread but dreaded the manual kneading process.
Your KitchenAid mixer handles all the hard work for you here. You just toss the ingredients in the bowl and let the machine work its magic.
4. Whipped Shortbread Cookies
You are in for a major treat if you have never tried whipped shortbread cookies. These stunning little bites are totally worthy of your holiday dessert table.
The texture is ridiculously soft and delightfully crumbly. They remind me of butter cookies but feel more delicate and not quite as sweet. You might find yourself snacking on these for hours because they are that good.
5. KitchenAid Pizza Dough
You can officially say goodbye to those pre-made pizza crusts from the store. It is time to level up your pizza night by making your own dough from scratch. You will be shocked at how simple this process actually is.
The mixer handles the heavy lifting so you hardly have to lift a finger. This homemade version tastes ten times better than anything you buy in a package.
6. Chocolate Chip Cookies
I firmly believe everyone needs a solid chocolate chip cookie recipe in their back pocket. This specific version yields thick and chunky cookies that are just perfect.
They are soft and chewy and loaded with plenty of chocolate chips. It basically checks every single box for what you want in a cookie. The best part is how easy the mixer makes the whole process.
7. Whipping Cream
So many delicious desserts call for the fluffy goodness of whipping cream. Listen up if you have always relied on the stuff from the store.
Making it at home is actually incredibly easy when you have the right tools on hand. Your mixer gives you perfectly whipped cream in no time with almost zero effort from you.
8. Buffalo Chicken Dip
This classic dip feels like so much more than just an appetizer. It is loaded with shredded chicken and cream cheese and blue cheese and mozzarella.
I honestly would not mind eating spoonfuls of this rich and spicy dip for dinner. It is basically a party all by itself.
9. Basic White Bread
Baking bread might seem intimidating to some people. I was absolutely ecstatic when I finally nailed it myself. This recipe is for you if you feel the same way about conquering yeast dough.
White bread might seem basic but baking it yourself feels like a massive accomplishment. Your mixer is ready to make all your bread dreams a reality.
10. KitchenAid Mashed Potatoes
Mashing potatoes with a fork is fine for a single serving. But the KitchenAid mixer saves the day when you need to feed a hungry crowd.
You just pop the boiled potatoes right into the bowl and let it do the job. It mashes the spuds in no time and makes them incredibly fluffy.
11. Kougin-Amann
Kougin-Amann is a French cake featuring layers of crisp pastry and sugar and butter. It is a stunning dessert that offers a truly unique flavor and texture profile.
You can always trust French baking to provide the most delightful treats. This recipe is the one for you if you want to impress guests at your next gathering.
12. Chocolate Cake
This chocolate cake is insanely rich and moist and fudgy. The smooth chocolate ganache frosting is velvety and perfect. You definitely need to bookmark this recipe if you do not have a go-to chocolate cake yet.
13. KitchenAid Rolls
Just think about soft and fluffy dinner rolls smothered in lots of butter. You need to make these at home if you love rolls as much as I do.
Most bread recipes require hours of resting time but this one is special. You can have delicious dinner rolls ready to eat in just an hour.
14. Chocolate Banana Bread
Chocolate and bananas combine here to make an outrageously soft and moist loaf. It is time to impress your family and friends with your baking skills. You do not actually have to be an expert to get this done right.
Your active time is only about five minutes. This recipe is also gluten-free so everyone can enjoy a slice.
15. Guacamole
Why would you buy guacamole when you can make it fresh at home? Store-bought versions are just okay and usually way more expensive. This creamy and chunky guac is as fresh as it gets.
You can easily mash as many avocados as you want with your mixer. You will have delicious guacamole for days in just fifteen minutes.
16. Buttercream Frosting
Buttercream frosting is the standard topping for most cakes for good reason. It is light and sweet and creamy and everything you want a frosting to be.
American buttercream is the best option for decorating cakes. It is very stable and easily pipeable so you can design your cake exactly how you please.
17. Potato Rolls
Potato rolls are just like dinner rolls except they stay soft and fluffy for days. I had no idea that adding potatoes to the dough would make such a massive difference. I tested these buns myself and they really did stay soft even days later.
18. Strawberries and Cream Sheet Cake
This cake is so pretty with its lovely pink hue. I was sold immediately on the fluffiness and the refreshing strawberry flavor. The whipped cream on top is a total winner.
You definitely want to use freshly whipped cream for the best result. Your mixer will take care of everything for you if you have never done it before.
19. Homemade Pasta Dough
We all know the mixer handles cakes and cookies but did you know it makes pasta dough? Some people argue that a pasta machine is best but I say the KitchenAid does a better job.
You have to do a lot of manual cranking with a pasta machine. The mixer is mechanized so there is no need for any of that.
20. Brioche
I never thought I would be able to make my own brioche. I was absolutely elated when I finally pulled it off. It is all thanks to this recipe and my trusty mixer.
The result is a soft and pillowy and buttery bread. It was so good that it did not even last a day in my house.