Breville
Breville The Bakery Chef Stand Mixer
Best powerful mixer for serious home bakers seeking durability and elegant design.
Achieve patisserie-perfect results with the Breville Bakery Chef Stand Mixer. This powerful 550W mixer features a commercial-grade planetary mixing action for 360-degree bowl coverage, ensuring professional outcomes. Its innovative double-sided scraper beater cuts mixing time by 60% and simplifies cleanup. With 12 speed settings, an integrated timer for precise control, and a bright bowl illumination lamp, you can monitor your creations with ease. It includes a 5-quart borosilicate glass bowl and a 4-quart stainless steel bowl, making it versatile for any batch size.
$599.99
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Owner Satisfaction
4.5
/ 5
Category Rank
70
/ 303
#70 in Stand Mixers
Price vs Category Average
+106%
Above average
Included in the box
Wire whisk, scraper beater, flat beater, dough hook, spatula, splash guard, pouring shield
/ Wire whisk, scraper beater, flat beater, dough hook, spatula, splash guard, pouring shield
Who it's for
- Home bakers tackling challenging recipes or large quantities
- Bakers seeking perfectly mixed batters and doughs with minimal effort
- Consumers prioritizing long-term reliability and straightforward operation
Who should skip it
- Budget-conscious shoppers or occasional bakers seeking more affordable options
- Individuals with limited kitchen space or those preferring compact appliances
- Enthusiasts desiring a wide array of specialized, brand-specific mixer attachments
Performance breakdown
Mixing Efficiency
The scraper beater design drastically reduces manual bowl scraping requirements.
Motor Power
The 550W motor handles heavy bread doughs with impressive, consistent torque.
Versatility
Dual bowl sizes provide excellent flexibility for both small and large batches.
Build Quality
Die-cast metal construction ensures stability during high-speed mixing tasks.
Precision Control
Integrated timer and twelve speed settings offer professional-grade recipe accuracy.
Visibility
Bowl illumination provides a clear view of ingredient incorporation and texture.
Key Specs
Included in the box
Wire whisk, scraper beater, flat beater, dough hook, spatula, splash guard, pouring shield
Dimensions
29 cm W x 36.5 cm D x 37 cm H
Construction materials
die cast metal mixer body, 5 qt borosilicate glass bowl, 4 qt stainless steel bowl
Capacity
5 qt borosilicate glass bowl, 4 qt stainless steel bowl
Settings
12 intuitive speed settings from kneading to whipping
Power
550 Watts
Voltage
110 - 120 V
Features
- Commercial quality planetary mixing action
- Double sided scraper beater for efficient mixing
- Powerful 550W motor with 100% metal gears
- Integrated timer for precise control
- Includes two bowls: 5 qt glass and 4 qt stainless steel
- Bowl illumination for clear visibility
What customers say
Customers consistently praise the Breville Bakery Chef Stand Mixer for its robust build quality and powerful motor, making light work of even heavy doughs. Many highlight its intuitive controls and thoughtful design features, which contribute to an exceptionally smooth and quiet operation. Users appreciate the durable attachments and the overall reliability, finding it a dependable workhorse for various baking tasks. The machine's elegant appearance also receives frequent compliments, blending seamlessly into modern kitchens. This mixer is often seen as a significant upgrade, delivering consistent, professional level results with remarkable ease.
Know before you buy
The scraper beater features flexible edges that continuously wipe the sides and bottom of the bowl as it mixes. This eliminates the need to stop the machine and scrape down the bowl manually, which can reduce your total mixing time by up to 60%.
Yes, both bowls are designed to fit the mixer base securely. Having two sizes allows you to switch between a larger batch in the glass bowl and a smaller, more manageable batch in the stainless steel bowl without needing to wash a bowl in between.
Yes, the 550W motor is paired with 100% metal gears, which provides the torque necessary to knead dense bread doughs effectively. The planetary mixing action ensures the dough hook reaches all areas of the bowl for consistent results.
The timer allows you to set a specific mixing duration, after which the mixer will automatically stop or count up to track your progress. This is particularly helpful for recipes that require precise mixing times to achieve the perfect texture, such as meringues or delicate cake batters.
Yes, the lamp is designed to provide clear visibility into the bowl throughout the mixing process. It is especially useful for monitoring the consistency of your ingredients in low-light conditions or when the splash guard is attached.
While the stainless steel bowl is dishwasher safe, it is generally recommended to hand-wash the specialized attachments like the scraper beater and the whisk to preserve their finish and the integrity of the flexible edges.
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