These fun kitchen gadgets look like food – and they actually work

Food-shaped kitchen items like pasta-shaped potholders and strawberry stem removers are fun, functional and very giftable. These cute cooking gadgets are designed with purpose but bring a touch of whimsy to any kitchen, making them great conversation starters and perfect presents for the foodies (or gadget lovers) on your list. 

Original price: $16.90

Best for: Home cooks who are always making pasta (Amazon)

These playful potholders are shaped like farfalloni (giant bowtie pasta). Made from heat-resistant, food-grade silicone, they provide a double layer of protection between your hands and hot handles. BPA-free and dishwasher safe, they are a whimsical yet practical choice for the kitchen.

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Best for: Foodies who love a tidy kitchen (Amazon)

This oversized ravioli-shaped spoon rest is made from durable and flexible silicone. It keeps your counters clean while adding a fun touch to your stovetop setup. The dimpled center catches drips and cooking juices, while a built-in eyelet makes it easy to hang when not in use. It is BPA-free and dishwasher safe. 

Best for: The friend that’s always snacking (Amazon)

These 12 food clips are shaped like crinkle-cut French fries and come packed in a magnetic box that looks just like a paper fry bag. Perfect for sealing bags of chips, bread, pasta or grains, they are useful and adorable.

Best for: Bakers with a playful side (Amazon)

This cherry-inspired measuring spoon set is cute and useful. The cherry stem doubles as an egg separator, too, making it a multitasker that’s perfect for bakers.

Best for: Butter appreciators (Amazon)

This ceramic dish holds exactly one stick of butter. It adds a fun touch to your breakfast table or countertop while keeping your butter fresh and creamy.

Best for: Meal preppers who always have half an onion left (Amazon)

This airtight container, which is shaped like a real onion, is perfect for storing cut onions without letting the odor take over everything else. The BPA-free design is dishwasher safe and seals tight to lock in freshness and smells.

Best for: Garlic lovers (Walmart)

Designed to store a single head of garlic, this garlic-shaped container helps extend freshness by 30 to 45 days. Made from BPA-free, dishwasher-safe materials, it’s a whimsical yet functional addition to any kitchen counter.

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Best for: The picky eater (Amazon)

Say goodbye to guesswork and overcooked yolks with this heat-sensitive egg timer. It goes right into the pot with your eggs and changes color to show when they’ve reached soft, medium or hard-boiled perfection. 

Best for: Fruit fans (Amazon)

This clever stem remover gadget makes hulling strawberries quick and clean. Just press the top to extend the stainless-steel claw, twist and pull. It is perfect for prepping berries for jams, desserts, preserves or snacks, and works great on other soft fruits too. It is compact and top-rack dishwasher safe.

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Original price: $13.90

Best for: Bakers or the home cook who has everything (Amazon)

Just squeeze the body of this fish-shaped yolk separator to gently suck up the yolk, then release it where you want. Made from high-quality, food-safe silicone, it is dishwasher safe and easy to use.

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