KitchenAid
Classic Plus 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer
Best entry-level stand mixer for home bakers and culinary enthusiasts.
Elevate your kitchen with the KitchenAid Classic Plus 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer. This iconic mixer is designed to handle everything from whipping cream to kneading bread dough, delivering professional results with ease. The 4.5-quart stainless steel bowl offers ample space for mixing, while the tilt-head design allows for effortless ingredient addition and attachment changes. Equipped with 10 speeds, this mixer ensures precision for a variety of tasks, from delicate batters to thick doughs. Built to last with durable metal construction, this mixer is a timeless addition to any kitchen.
$299.99
Owner Satisfaction
4.7
/ 5
Category Rank
4
/ 201
#4 in Stand Mixers
Price vs Category Average
+3%
Above average
Capacity
4.5.
/ -qt
Who it's for
- Home cooks prioritizing long-term appliance durability
- Culinary enthusiasts seeking a multifunctional kitchen hub
- Casual bakers with limited counter space
Who should skip it
- Artisan bakers working with heavy, stiff doughs
- Hosts preparing large-scale batches for holiday gatherings
- Bakers who prefer hands-off, efficient mixing
Performance breakdown
Build Durability
Heavy-duty metal construction ensures this mixer lasts for generations.
Mixing Versatility
Ten distinct speeds handle everything from delicate meringues to heavy doughs.
Ease of Access
The tilt-head design makes swapping attachments and adding ingredients seamless.
Motor Power
The 275-watt motor is sufficient for standard home baking tasks.
Attachment Ecosystem
Access to over ten attachments transforms this into a kitchen powerhouse.
Cleaning Convenience
Dishwasher-safe bowl and attachments simplify the post-baking cleanup process.
Key Specs
Capacity
4.5-qt.
Dimensions
13.9"H x 8.7"W x 14.1"D
Power
275 watts
Cord length
48-in.
Material
Metal construction
Bowl material
Stainless steel
Speeds
10
Included attachments
Whisk, Dough Hook, Beater
Features
- Durable all-metal construction for longevity
- 10 speeds for precise control
- Tilt-head design for easy access
- Versatile use with 10+ available attachments
- Mix, knead, and whip ingredients effortlessly
- Large 4.5-quart stainless steel bowl
- 59 bowl touchpoints for thorough mixing
- Dishwasher safe bowl and attachments
What customers say
The KitchenAid Classic Plus Stand Mixer is celebrated for its outstanding build quality and lasting reliability. This mixer proves itself a dependable kitchen partner, easily managing tough jobs like kneading dough and whipping cream. Its sturdy construction promises durability, representing a wise purchase for home cooks. The mixer's classic design enhances kitchen aesthetics, and the tilt head provides easy access. Users value the versatility offered by its attachments, confirming its status as a vital appliance that consistently achieves excellent results for all your culinary endeavors.
Know before you buy
The tilt-head design allows you to easily lift the mixer head to add ingredients to the bowl or swap out attachments. It provides clear access to the bowl, making it much simpler to scrape down the sides or remove your finished mixture.
Yes, this mixer is designed to knead bread dough effectively using the included dough hook. While it is a powerful tool for home baking, be sure to follow recipe guidelines for batch sizes to ensure the motor performs optimally.
Yes, the stainless steel bowl, whisk, dough hook, and beater are all dishwasher safe. This makes cleanup quick and convenient after you finish your baking projects.
This feature ensures that the beater touches the bowl at 59 different points during each rotation. It provides thorough mixing, meaning you won't have to stop and scrape the bowl as frequently to incorporate ingredients from the bottom or sides.
Absolutely. This mixer is compatible with over 10 different attachments, allowing you to expand its functionality beyond mixing. You can purchase additional accessories separately to turn the mixer into a pasta maker, food grinder, or vegetable slicer.
Yes, the Classic Plus is built with durable, all-metal construction. This weight provides the necessary stability to keep the mixer firmly in place on your countertop, even when you are mixing heavy doughs at higher speeds.
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