Whether you’re a beginner or a veteran baker, there are a lot of things that can be accomplished using your stand mixer. It’s not just for mixing batter and kneading bread dough; it can also be used to create savory dishes that would otherwise take hours to make by hand.

It’s a kitchen workhorse that takes up a small amount of counter space and can make cooking a whole lot easier for you, your family, and the guests you host. With a wide range of attachments and options to choose from, you can even use your stand mixer to make food you’d never be able to make by hand. You can do many simple homemade recipes with stand mixer.
1. Creaming butter and sugar: Unless you’re working with a very stiff, cold ingredient (like eggs or heavy cream), you’ll need a stand mixer to properly cream ingredients like butter and sugar together. Using a paddle attachment, you’ll be able to get the job done in less time than it would take to cream by hand.
2. Making whipped cream: Unlike other types of mixers, a stand mixer’s beater blades are designed to whip air into a liquid-like substance, which makes it perfect for creating fluffy toppings like fresh whipped cream and homemade frosting.
3. Shaping desserts: If you’re planning on creating a cake, brownie, or cookie, you’ll want to invest in an electric mixer that’s capable of reshaping your baked goods with ease. Depending on the model you buy, you may need different attachments to achieve your desired effect, so read the manual carefully before starting to use your new mixer.
4. Shaping ice cream: If you’re craving the perfect summer treat, make your own ice cream with the help of a stand mixer. With the help of the mixer’s paddle attachment, you can easily combine a variety of ingredients — from ice cream to vanilla, chocolate, and more — in just a few minutes.
5. Making meat loaf: You’ll find that a good meat loaf recipe can take time to prepare, but not when you make it with a stand mixer. Start by beating eggs in the mixer, then add milk, bread, and more ingredients before adding the shredded meat and stirring until all of the ingredients are well combined.
6. Homemade marshmallows: A good batch of homemade marshmallows is a delicious treat that’s simple to make with the aid of a stand mixer. You can even add a pinch of nutmeg to your batch to give them a nutty, homemade flavor.
7. Making pizza dough: You can use a stand mixer to make this basic bread dough that’s then topped with toppings for your favorite Italian dinner. Especially if you’re short on time, this easy, no-fuss recipe is sure to please.
8. Shredding chicken: This recipe is a quick and easy way to make a weeknight meal that’s both healthy and fun. Using the stand mixer to shred the chicken cuts down on prep time, dirty dishes and stress.

