The KitchenAid stand mixer is basically the Rolls-Royce of baking appliances. The only con? It's not cheap. Luckily, there's an epic KitchenAid Early Black Friday sale running through December 4 that brought down the price of some of the most coveted stand mixer models. Even better, the brand's goods are on sale at various retailers too.
For instance, the mighty 5.5-Quart Bowl-Lift Stand Mixer ($500; $300), which can make everything from fluffy homemade butter to tasty pizza dough, is currently on sale for $200 less than usual at Target. This model is heavier duty than the Artisan-style tilt-head mixer, so bread makers and avid bakers will especially appreciate its power and capacity.
Odds are the mixer is already on your wish list if you do a lot of baking, but if you're considering it as a holiday gift for someone else, allow me to explain why it's a countertop must-have—especially at this price.
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