KitchenAid
KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer
Best versatile workhorse for home bakers and culinary enthusiasts.
The KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer in Almond Cream is a versatile and powerful kitchen essential. Its iconic design and robust performance make it ideal for a wide range of baking and cooking tasks. The tilt-head design offers easy access to the bowl and beaters, simplifying ingredient addition and removal. This mixer is perfect for kneading dough, whipping cream, mixing batters, and much more, making it a go-to appliance for home bakers and culinary enthusiasts. The KitchenAid Artisan Series 5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer is a versatile and durable kitchen essential, perfect for all your baking and cooking needs. Its robust motor ensures consistent results, while the iconic tilt-head design provides easy access to the bowl and attachments. This mixer is built to last with its all-metal construction and offers expanded versatility with over 10 optional attachments. It's ideal for tackling everything from everyday baking to more ambitious culinary projects, making it a reliable workhorse in any kitchen.
$329.87
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Owner Satisfaction
4.8
/ 5
Category Rank
1
/ 201
Best Stand Mixers
Price vs Category Average
+13%
Above average
Power
325
/ watts
Who it's for
- Home cooks valuing timeless style and long-term appliance reliability
- Serious bakers handling heavy doughs and large batch recipes
- Culinary enthusiasts wanting a multifunctional kitchen workstation
Who should skip it
- Cooks with limited counter space or frequent storage needs
- Bakers preferring a hands-off, perfectly integrated mixing experience
- Users sensitive to loud noise in open-concept living spaces
Performance breakdown
Build Durability
All-metal construction ensures this machine remains a kitchen staple for decades.
Mixing Versatility
Over ten optional attachments transform this mixer into a culinary powerhouse.
Ease of Access
The tilt-head design makes swapping attachments and adding ingredients effortless.
Motor Consistency
Reliable power handles heavy doughs and large batches with steady precision.
Cleaning Convenience
Dishwasher-safe components significantly reduce the post-baking cleanup time.
Countertop Stability
Substantial weight keeps the unit firmly planted during high-speed mixing tasks.
Key Specs
Power
325 watts
Capacity
5 quarts
Speed Settings
10
Container Material
Stainless Steel
Dishwasher-safe parts
Yes
Included Attachments
Whisk, Dough Hook, Beater
Weight
26.1 pounds
Base Material
Die-Cast Metal
Features
- Iconic and robust design for versatile baking and cooking.
- Tilt-head design for easy access to bowl and beaters.
- Ideal for kneading dough, whipping cream, and mixing batters.
- Durable construction for long-lasting performance.
- Durable all-metal construction for longevity
- Powerful motor for consistent mixing
- Mixes up to 9 dozen cookies
- Compatible with over 10 optional attachments
- Pouring shield reduces countertop messes
- Dishwasher-safe parts for easy cleanup
What customers say
Customers rave about the KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer's impressive durability and robust performance. It effortlessly tackles demanding tasks like stiff dough, thanks to its powerful motor and efficient planetary mixing action. Many consider it a worthwhile kitchen investment, appreciating its longevity and beautiful design that enhances any countertop. While the initial cost is significant, owners find the exceptional quality and expected decades of reliable use make it a truly valuable purchase. This mixer is a testament to lasting quality and dependable performance, earning deep customer loyalty.
Know before you buy
The tilt-head design allows you to easily lift the mixer head to access the bowl and beaters. This makes it much simpler to add ingredients, scrape down the sides of the bowl, or swap out attachments without needing to remove the bowl entirely.
Yes, the Artisan Series is designed with a powerful motor and durable all-metal construction, making it well-suited for kneading bread dough, mixing thick batters, and whipping cream.
The mixer comes with a whisk, a dough hook, and a flat beater. It is also compatible with over 10 optional attachments, such as pasta rollers or food grinders, which can be purchased separately to expand its functionality.
Yes, the stainless steel bowl and the included attachments are dishwasher-safe, making cleanup straightforward after your baking projects.
The 5-quart bowl is spacious enough to mix up to 9 dozen cookies in a single batch, making it an excellent choice for both everyday baking and larger holiday projects.
Yes, it includes a pouring shield that attaches to the top of the bowl. This helps keep your ingredients inside the bowl and reduces messes on your countertop while mixing.
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