The Quirk Edit

There’s no shortage of funny and funky kitchen gadgets on the market but not all of them are as functional as they are adorable. Since the holidays require a bit more cooking and gift giving than the rest of the year, we’ve rounded up some of the most functional kitchen tools for this season, Keep them for yourself or give them to the chef in your life

1. This pun filled garlic crusher

Gracula the garlic crusher won’t be banished to the underworld at the sight of your pungent ingredients and he’ll save your hands from the stench, too! We love that this little gadget makes one of the most annoying kitchen chores a chuckle, Get yours here.

2. She’s not your grandma’s old Pyrex

Okay, no hate to grandma’s Pyrex. Their glass measuring cups are obviously a staple but Penny the Penguin is sure to give them a run (or a waddle!) for their money. This adorable penguin measuring cup is made of a durable silicone and is microwave and dishwasher safe so it’s grandma and kid approved.

3. They’re measuring cups and spoons in one?!

We love a good multipurpose tool especially for a space like the kitchen where storage is valuable. These adorable snail measuring cups and spoons stack together as a space saver and fulfill all your scooping and sprinkling desires. Get yours here.

4. A tea infuser for the nerds

Are you a retro gaming nerd? Or just a plain old plant nerd? This tea trap is here to get your through the cold winter. As a bonus, it’s super high quality and you won’t have to worry about any tea leaves getting stuck in your teeth. Pair it with a loose leaf tea set for the perfect holiday gift.

5. It’s not an ice cube…

It’s an Ice Cub! This lovable little ice cream scoop is here to make sure that all of your holiday pies are served a la mode! It’s stainless steel and efficient so this one definitely makes our list of functional and fun kitchen shenanigans. Get yours here.

6. Don’t neglect your spooky side

If Gracula isn’t enough to satisfy the spooky fiend inside of you, check out these bat scissors! Specifically designed for kitchen use, these scissors are easy to clean and double as a bottle opener. Who says you have to wait for Halloween to let your goth girl flag fly?

7. Soup is on for the crazy cat ladies

The cat shaped soup ladle is both quirky and convenient. Every cup of soup can become a moment of joy with this feline friend ready to jump and help. Get yours here.

8. A fridge within a fridge?!

Look at this endearing little guy! This would bring a smile to our faces every time we open the fridge, not just because it’s so wholesome but because it’s also going to make the fridge smell great. Fill this dude up with some baking powder and say goodbye to the days of stinky leftovers ruining your appetite. Find him here.

9. Get it, girl!

No, really! Get it! This cat spatula is designed to get every last morsel of your jarred goods out for even the hungriest guests at your holiday gatherings. A must have for every kitchen, this jar scraping kitty won’t leave you begging for more.

10. For the kings (or the creepy queens)

Just because it isn’t grilling season doesn’t mean there’s no meat to temp! This oven safe thermometer will let you know if your roast is a perfect medium rare or “hell done.” If you’re a basting babe or a pit boss, this is a must have for your kitchen drawer. Get yours here.

11. Make it fun for the clean up crew

With the help of Oscar the dish scrubber, even the tiniest hands will want to jump in and help with all those pots and pans. We are always looking for any excuse to make holiday dish duty easier and Oscar seems like our guy!

12. Look, it’s a basketball hoop!

This one is sure to be a slam dunk! Okay, okay. That was a bad joke. But this basketball hoop egg separator will make up for it by bringing you plenty of laughs in the kitchen. The best part is that it actually works like a charm! Get yours here.

13. Purrrrfect circles

These whimsical PanCats are perfect for your own homemade egg sandwiches, pancakes and rice plating. They’ll make your little ones excited for the most important meal of the day and bring a smile to your face. Get them while they last!

14. A medieval microwave master

Turn this silicone sweetheart in to a fire breathing monster. Not only is it cute, but if you fill this dragon up with vinegar and water and pop it in the microwave, you’ll get a shiny clean nuker without all of the chemicals. Add in a squeeze of lemon for a super fresh scent. This dragon is on our nice list this year.

That’s all for now, guys! Check back on this page to see The Quirk Edit’s updated list of holiday cooking must haves that will earn a permanent spot in your kitchen!

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