16 Best KitchenAid Mixer Recipes

The KitchenAid mixer is a versatile appliance that can handle everything from kneading dough to whipping cream. If you own one, you already know it’s a game-changer in the kitchen. To help you make the most of your mixer, we’ve compiled a list of 16 best KitchenAid mixer recipes. These recipes range from bread and pizza dough to cookies and cakes. Get ready to feel like a professional baker!

1. Classic White Bread

Ingredients:

• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast

• 1 1/4 cups warm water

• 1 tbsp sugar

• 2 tbsp vegetable oil

• 3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp salt

Instructions:

1. In your KitchenAid mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water.

2. Add sugar, oil, 2 cups of flour, and salt. Mix with the dough hook attachment on low speed.

3. Gradually add the remaining flour until the dough starts to pull away from the sides of the bowl.

4. Knead on medium speed for about 5 minutes.

5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled in size.

6. Punch down the dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it in a greased loaf pan.

7. Cover and let it rise again until doubled.

8. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 25-30 minutes.

This classic white bread is perfect for sandwiches or toast.

2. Pizza Dough

Ingredients:

• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast

• 1 1/2 cups warm water

• 3 1/2 - 4 cups all-purpose flour

• 2 tbsp olive oil

• 1 1/2 tsp salt

• 1 tsp sugar

Instructions:

1. In the mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water.

2. Add 2 cups of flour, olive oil, salt, and sugar. Mix with the dough hook attachment on low speed.

3. Gradually add the remaining flour until the dough forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.

4. Knead on medium speed for about 5 minutes.

5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled in size.

6. Punch down the dough and divide it into two pieces.

7. Roll out each piece on a floured surface and shape it into a pizza crust.

This pizza dough recipe yields two deliciously crispy pizza crusts.

3. Chocolate Chip Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened

• 1 cup sugar

• 1 cup brown sugar

• 2 eggs

• 2 tsp vanilla extract

• 3 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 1/2 tsp baking powder

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 2 cups chocolate chips

Instructions:

1. In the mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and brown sugar with the paddle attachment.

2. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed.

5. Stir in the chocolate chips.

6. Scoop the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.

These chocolate chip cookies are a classic treat that everyone loves.

4. Banana Bread

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup butter, softened

• 1 cup sugar

• 2 eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 cup mashed bananas

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 1/2 cup sour cream

Instructions:

1. In the mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar with the paddle attachment.

2. Add the eggs, vanilla extract, and mashed bananas, and mix until combined.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt.

4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed.

5. Stir in the sour cream.

6. Pour the batter into a greased loaf pan.

7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 60-70 minutes.

This banana bread is moist, flavorful, and perfect for breakfast or a snack.

5. Whipped Cream

Ingredients:

• 1 cup heavy cream

• 2 tbsp powdered sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In the mixing bowl, combine the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.

2. Use the whisk attachment and whip on high speed until stiff peaks form.

Whipped cream made in the KitchenAid mixer is perfect for topping desserts or hot cocoa.

6. Cinnamon Rolls

Ingredients:

• 1 cup warm milk

• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast

• 1/2 cup sugar

• 1/3 cup melted butter

• 1 tsp salt

• 2 eggs

• 4 cups all-purpose flour

• Filling: 1/2 cup melted butter, 1 cup brown sugar, 2 tbsp ground cinnamon

Instructions:

1. In the mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk.

2. Add sugar, melted butter, salt, eggs, and 2 cups of flour. Mix with the dough hook attachment on low speed.

3. Gradually add the remaining flour until the dough forms a ball and pulls away from the sides of the bowl.

4. Knead on medium speed for about 5 minutes.

5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled in size.

6. Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle.

7. Spread the melted butter over the dough, then sprinkle with brown sugar and cinnamon.

8. Roll up the dough tightly and cut it into slices.

9. Place the slices in a greased baking pan and let them rise until doubled.

10. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes.

These cinnamon rolls are soft, gooey, and absolutely irresistible.

7. Peanut Butter Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup peanut butter

• 1/2 cup butter, softened

• 1/2 cup sugar

• 1/2 cup brown sugar

• 1 egg

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 1/4 cups all-purpose flour

• 3/4 tsp baking soda

• 1/2 tsp baking powder

• 1/4 tsp salt

Instructions:

1. In the mixing bowl, cream together the peanut butter, butter, sugar, and brown sugar with the paddle attachment.

2. Add the egg and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, baking powder, and salt.

4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed.

5. Scoop the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and press each cookie with a fork to create a crisscross pattern.

6. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.

These peanut butter cookies are a classic favorite.

8. Cheesecake

Ingredients:

• Crust: 1 1/2 cups graham cracker crumbs, 1/4 cup sugar, 1/4 cup melted butter

• Filling: 4 packages (8 oz each) cream cheese, softened, 1 cup sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 4 eggs, 1 cup sour cream

Instructions:

1. Combine the graham cracker crumbs, sugar, and melted butter, and press into the bottom of a springform pan.

2. In the mixing bowl, beat the cream cheese, sugar, and vanilla extract with the paddle attachment until smooth.

3. Add the eggs one at a time, mixing on low speed until combined.

4. Stir in the sour cream.

5. Pour the filling over the crust.

6. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 50-60 minutes.

This cheesecake is rich, creamy, and sure to impress.

9. Mashed Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 4 large russet potatoes, peeled and cubed

• 1/2 cup milk

• 1/4 cup butter

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Boil the potatoes in a pot of salted water until tender.

2. Drain the potatoes and transfer them to the mixing bowl.

3. Use the paddle attachment to mash the potatoes.

4. Add the milk and butter, and mix until smooth.

5. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

These mashed potatoes are creamy and perfect for any meal.

10. Meringue

Ingredients:

• 4 egg whites

• 1 cup sugar

• 1/4 tsp cream of tartar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions:

1. In the mixing bowl, beat the egg whites and cream of tartar with the whisk attachment on high speed until foamy.

2. Gradually add the sugar, one tablespoon at a time, while continuing to beat.

3. Add the vanilla extract.

4. Continue to beat until stiff peaks form.

11. Homemade Butter

Ingredients:

• 2 cups heavy cream

• 1/4 tsp salt (optional)

Instructions:

1. Pour the heavy cream into the mixing bowl.

2. Use the whisk attachment and whip on high speed until the cream separates into butter and buttermilk.

3. Drain the buttermilk and rinse the butter with cold water.

4. If desired, add salt and mix it into the butter.

Homemade butter is fresh and delicious, and you'll also have buttermilk for other recipes.

12. Lemon Bars

Ingredients:

• Crust: 1 cup butter, softened, 2 cups flour, 1/2 cup powdered sugar

• Filling: 4 eggs, 2 cups sugar, 1/4 cup flour, 1/4 cup lemon juice

Instructions:

1. Combine the crust ingredients and press into a greased baking pan.

2. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15-20 minutes.

3. In the mixing bowl, beat the eggs, sugar, flour, and lemon juice with the paddle attachment.

4. Pour the filling over the crust and bake for an additional 20-25 minutes.

These lemon bars are tangy and sweet, with a buttery crust.

13. Bagels

Ingredients:

• 1 1/2 cups warm water

• 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast

• 4 cups bread flour

• 2 tbsp sugar

• 1 tbsp salt

• 1 egg (for egg wash)

Instructions:

1. In the mixing bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm water.

2. Add the bread flour, sugar, and salt. Mix with the dough hook attachment on low speed.

3. Knead on medium speed for about 10 minutes.

4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled in size.

5. Divide the dough into pieces and shape into bagels.

6. Boil the bagels in water for 1-2 minutes on each side.

7. Brush with egg wash and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 15-20 minutes.

These homemade bagels are chewy and delicious.

14. Oatmeal Raisin Cookies

Ingredients:

• 1 cup butter, softened

• 1 cup sugar

• 1 cup brown sugar

• 2 eggs

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 1 tsp ground cinnamon

• 1/2 tsp salt

• 3 cups rolled oats

• 1 cup raisins

Instructions:

1. In the mixing bowl, cream together the butter, sugar, and brown sugar with the paddle attachment.

2. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, and mix until combined.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.

4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing on low speed.

5. Stir in the rolled oats and raisins.

6. Scoop the dough onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

7. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 10-12 minutes.

These oatmeal raisin cookies are soft, chewy, and full of flavor.

15. Garlic Mashed Cauliflower

Ingredients:

• 1 head cauliflower, cut into florets

• 2 tbsp butter

• 1/4 cup milk

• 2 cloves garlic, minced

• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Steam the cauliflower florets until tender.

2. In the mixing bowl, use the paddle attachment to mash the cauliflower.

3. Add the butter, milk, and garlic, and mix until smooth.

4. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Garlic mashed cauliflower is a healthier alternative to mashed potatoes.

16. Red Velvet Cake

Ingredients:

• 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

• 1 1/2 cups sugar

• 1 tsp baking soda

• 1 tsp salt

• 1 tsp cocoa powder

• 1 1/2 cups vegetable oil

• 1 cup buttermilk, room temperature

• 2 large eggs, room temperature

• 2 tbsp red food coloring

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• 1 tsp white vinegar

• Frosting: 1 cup butter, softened, 4 cups powdered sugar, 1 tsp vanilla extract, 8 oz cream cheese, softened

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and flour two 9-inch round cake pans.

2. In the mixing bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, baking soda, salt, and cocoa powder.

3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil, buttermilk, eggs, food coloring, vanilla extract, and vinegar.

4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing on low speed.

5. Divide the batter evenly between the two pans.

6. Bake for 30-35 minutes.

7. In the mixing bowl, beat the butter and cream cheese with the paddle attachment until smooth.

8. Gradually add the powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and beat until fluffy.

9. Frost the cooled cakes.

This red velvet cake is moist, vibrant, and topped with a creamy frosting.

These 16 recipes will help you make the most of your KitchenAid mixer. From bread to cookies to cakes, you'll feel like a pro baker in no time. Happy baking!