Whether you’re baking for a special occasion like a wedding or birthday or are just a perfectionist at hear, these re-usesable cake strips from Wilton will ensure that you pull level, crack-free, evenly baked cakes from your oven.

The nice thing about silicone baking containers is that you never have to worry about things getting stuck in the pan. Yes, you can always butter and line with parchment, but sometimes, the kitchen gods like to test your hubris, and in those times a silicone muffin pan has your back.

Everybody always thinks they can forgo the cooling rack. But trust us, it’s worth having these on hand. Not only do they allow air to circulate around cookies and crusts to ensure nothing gets soggy, they are choice equipment for icing cakes.

A bundt is more than just a fun-shaped pan, the hole in the middle actually serves a practical purpose. It’s designed for cakes with thick and dense batters that might have trouble cooking through in a conventional pan. More surface area allows for a more even bake.

Not all tarts have to be circular. A rectangular tart pan, although not quite as common, really brings a dramatic flourish to any type of bake you might make in it. The long composition allows you to compose ingredients in visually surprising ways, and among a spread of desserts and other dishes, a rectangular tart stands out. Former editor Christina Chaey is a fan of busting out a rectangular tart on special occasions, and you should be too.

Winter is coming, which means baking season is upon us. If you have a “famous” cheesecake recipe or love making pretty layer cakes, you’ll want to make sure you have a great set of springform pans on hand. Fat Daddio’s anodyzed aluminum pans are both lightweight and durable, and it heats quickly and evenly.

It’s that time of year again—the time when you’re constantly scrambling to think of something to bake and bring to yet another potluck. If you snag this gorgeous fluted loaf pan while it’s on sale, that something can be a quick and easy snacking cake or loaf of banana bread that gets a party-worthy glow-up thanks to the pan’s design, no additional decorations required.

Maybe it’s time to refresh your mixing bowl stash—just in time for holiday baking—with this classic stainless steel set from Cuisinart. These conveniently come with lids, in case you need to travel to an aunt’s house with whipped cream, or want to chill cookie dough overnight for a better texture.

Testing over on our sister site Epicurious revealed the Dyson as one of the best cordless vacuum cleaners out there in large part because of how easy it is to use. There’s an LCD display that indicates battery life and when its time to clean filters. It detects debris and will adjust suction power when needed, and has a 60 minute runtime.

There’s a mop, there’s a vacuum, and then there’s the delightful contraption known as the mop-vac. As the name implies, a mop-vac rolls a mop and a vacuum into one—sucking up debris and cleaning your floors at the same time. The members on our staff who use one call it a life changing piece of cleaning equipment, and the best one you can get is the Tineco. It has a 40 minute runtime, a self-propelled motor, dual-edge cleaning to scrub those baseboards and under your cabinets, and a bunch of advanced smart features.

Your built-in exhaust probably isn’t removing as many particles from the air as you think it is, which is why it’s a good idea to have a dedicated air purifier for the kitchen—especially in the winter when your windows stay closed. Today you can snag this sleek model with washable pre-filters on sale.

We never pass up an opportunity to buy dishwasher detergent pods on Cyber Monday. It hurts a lot less than paying full price in the grocery or big box store.

You can never have too many microfiber cleaning cloths—especially once you learn that they more you use and wash them, the less effective they are at removing contaminants from surfaces. Refresh your supply before the holidays with this colorful 12-pack from one of our favorite cleaning brands, Mr. Siga.

These simple cotton towels are staples in the BA test kitchen and after a serious round of product testing, they’re Epi’s pick for the best cotton kitchen towels too. If your dish towels are starting to look scraggly, or never absorbed water the way a kitchen towel should, refresh your stash with a new set while they’re on sale.

Dorai home’s products are made from diatomaceous earth, which is a naturally absorbent material. The unfussy design of this drying pad means you can stack just about any configuration of dishes on it without worrying about dreaded condensation thanks to the raised silicone design on top. It’s perfect for smaller kitchens, since you can fold it up and stash it in a drawer when not in use.

Among members of our staff, Barkeeper’s Friend inspires a great deal of brand loyalty. Your typical can of BKF contains oxalic acid, and a few other abrasives and surfactants that soften grease and remove calcium, lime and other alkaline build-up. A liberal sprinkle of BKF will restore the luster and gleam to beat-up stainless steel cookware and dingy sheetpans, and in the process extend their life in the kitchen. For a more in depth guide to how to use BKF, we have you covered.

This high-tech kitchen gadget might look like a regular trash can, but it’s actually a food recycler. What does that mean, exactly? It dehydrates and grinds almost all types of household food waste (including small bones and dairy products), reducing the volume by around 80% and eliminating unpleasant odors. It doesn’t exactly make compost, but it makes composting a lot easier—and it’s currently $200 off.

One contributor even called this sensor can the “coolest gadget” in their kitchen. This trash can uses motion and voice sensor, so you can open it up with a wave of your hand or a spoken command. The only caveat is how expensive these can get, which makes the Cyber Monday discounts on these two sensor models even better.

Fruit flies are a major pain in the ass, and these little fruit-shaped traps will lure them to a quick and vinegary demise. Speaking from experience: place these somewhere out of reach of curious kids or guests—for whatever reason people really like to pick these things up.

A long standing reader favorite, this natural dish scrubber made from hemp palm is a traditional Japanese cleaning tool that can dislodge gnarly crud from pots and pans with ease. For anybody looking for an alternative to plastic fiber scrubbers, this is one of the best you can get.

The Eva Mendes–approved kitchen sponge isn’t any old celebrity sponsored product gimmick. The Skura sponge updates the conventional kitchen sponge in several ways. It has antimicrobial properties, keeps its shape, and has a special monogram that fades to indicate when it’s time to replace it.

Dogmatic attitudes around daily hydration have never been so high. If you don’t believe me, count how many water bottles you see next time you go out in public—every body seems to be carrying one. If you are one of these well-hydrated individuals, you should probably consider getting a bottle brush if you don’t already have one—or better yet, a full brush set that allows you to clean every bottle, coffee cup, and Stanley Cup you own. Many of the best water bottles aren’t dishwasher safe, so having a cleaning tool that can really get up in there is the best way to stave off the water bottle nasties.

Stay focused on your recipe without the hassle of constantly unlocking your phone by using this tablet dock. If you’ve ever struggled to scroll with oily hands, you know the frustration of trying to read the next step. Compatible with tablets from 4 to 13 inches, it allows you to easily adjust the angle, and its rubber bumpers ensure your tablet stays safe—far away from the sink.

Undersink cabinets can be a mess of various cleaning solutions, extra sponges, and rolls of garbage bags. That’s where an organizer like this one comes in handy. It’s L-shaped instead of just a couple shelves stacked on top of each other, which means that it can fit more easily under a garbage disposal.

Free up space in your kitchen with a set of small shelves. Stick them your cabinets to add an extra level of storage or to break up a towering stack of plates or bowls. Or put them on the counter to corral your clutter and organizer your spices.

For a more stylish way to utilize the vertical space in your kitchen cabinets, opt for these shelf risers from open spaces. These would be particularly great if you’re planning to place the risers on open shelving. They’re on sale for a whopping 72% off right now—that means a $72 set is available for $20!

These affordable napkins are a cotton/poly blend that makes them easier to care for than a pricey set of linen textiles. And they come in 29 different colors, so it’s easy to match any table settings you already have.

They’re called Amazon Basics for a reason. If you need a simple set of affordable plates these are them. They’re perfect for a move into a new house, or someone striking out to the live on their own for the first time. Amazon also says you can use them to reheat leftovers in the oven because they’re safe up to 572 degrees.

There’s nothing worse than having to rummage around in your flatware drawer when you have people over for dinner, only to have nothing but mismatched salad forks and a few errant butter knives to offer. Act like you have your life together by getting this classic—and very affordable—45-piece matching flatware set from Oneida.

These bowls strike the perfect balance between fun and quirky, and European classic. Get them in the green “holly” color, and they’ll look festive during the holiday season, but also work on your table year-round. Anthropolie is offering 30% off at checkout this Cyber Week.

These festive martini glasses are the perfect thing for keeping your fun aunt going with an espresso martini when you host her for Christmas. That’s worth full price, but they’re 30% off right now, so it’s a no-brainer.

These plates remind us of a perfectly-styled period comedy/drama. Bring the vintage vibes to your holiday table—or give them as the perfect gift for your cousin who’s known for her Instagram tablescapes.

These wine glasses are just the right balance of unexpected, modern, and classic.

We’re suckers for a wavy pattern, and this table runner fits the trend, but also has a classic look. It’s the perfect backdrop for your Christmas greenery for a holiday tablescape.

This classic serving platter makes the perfect gift for someone who’s decor style you don’t know. It’s neutral and classic, but it’s definitely not boring. Add in Amazon’s low prices and fast shipping, and you’ve kind of got the perfect holiday gift.

These stylish coup glasses make the perfect vessel for your holiday martinis. Or, use them to serve a scoop of mint chocolate ice cream.

You just came from the gym where you bench-pressed a billion pounds and you’re looking for a quick, protein-packed vegan snack–a carrot stick just isn’t gonna cut it. What you need is a protein shake. Orgain’s Organic Vegan Protein Powder mixes easily, even in water, and is our budget pick for best vegan protein powder.

We all want to be a “pack a healthy lunch” kind of person, but sometimes you run out of time (or just forget). Keep a stash of KOS Vegan Protein powder handy–loaded with superfoods like broccoli and shiitake mushrooms– and maybe you won’t beat yourself up the next time you find yourself without a desk-side harvest bowl. Though, with 20g of protein per serving, you will be in fighting shape.

Lao Gan Ma is the quintessential chili crisp. It’s intensely savory, packs a subtle and enticing heat, and adds a nuanced textural dimension to whatever you put it on. It’s so good you might just end up polishing a jar of this stuff off over the course of a few days. If you’re the type of person who douses everything in hot sauce, chili crisp might be your next favorite condiment.

In our test of the best protein bars, we dubbed Quest to be the most filling. They contain whey-based protein, are low in sugar, and can keep you sated on days when you don’t have time to make breakfast.

Now you can enjoy stir fry rice noodles even if you’re sensitive to gluten. Toss them with veggies and pork for a dinner that only takes fifteen minutes but tastes like it took hours. Customers rave that they taste great after being reheated too.

Maybe you really like ginger and want to have a convient way to have convenient way to enjoy the familiar flavor. These ginger flavored candies are actually made with ginger have a great chew to them with a little heat. Tummy troubles? These candies don’t just taste great, they’re also well known for fighitng off nauesa and belly aches.

This prebiotic soda is as satisfying as the full-sugar stuff you’re used to—and helpful in upping your daily fiber intake. Stock up on a pack that will keep you hydrated during a holiday season full of wine and cocktails.

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We’re not going to lie: It’s always better to eat your nutrients in the form of fruits and vegetables instead of drinking them in a powder. But greens powders can be valuable for habit stacking—that is, making a decision to do something nice for yourself at the beginning of the day that leads you to make other healthy decisions throughout the rest of the day. And it’s never a bad idea to get some extra vitamins and minerals in. These powders can get expensive, so seizing a deal is a good idea.