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Best Food Processors For 2023: Our Top Sellers Revealed!

May 30, 2023 - 4 min read

What is a food processor? Only an all-singing, all-swinging essential in any kitchen – and one of the first portable cooking appliances a pro chef will turn to, to anchor a new cooking crew. For good reason!

“A food processor with the right features and attachments can do just about any kitchen task you throw at it, from grinding up mince and breadcrumbs for homemade meatballs to kneading dough for pastries and bulk shredding vegetables for healthy summer salads,” says Tracy Ellis, The Good Guys Buyer – Portable Appliances.

And because a food processor is basically like having an extra pair of hands in the kitchen, no born entertainer would ever dream of throwing a party without one in their benchtop line-up. These multi-skilled kitchen wizards can help you prep everything from scrumptious soups and dips to incredible cocktails and cakes.

Ready to add an all-star food processor to your kitchen squad? Here’s what to look for when shopping for one, plus the lowdown on the top-rated brands to buy – including Sunbeam, Kenwood and KitchenAid – and the best things to make in your new food processor.

What Is The Best Food Processor For Busy Kitchens?

So glad you asked! If saving time, money and bench space is the name of the game, you need a food processor that’s an all-round performer like the Sunbeam Multi Processor Plus Food Processor. Designed for your ultimate convenience and versatility, there’s the option of using either the 2L-capacity bowl or switching to the 1.5L glass blender to streamline your kitchen operations; while three different chute sizes slash the need to pre-chop larger ingredients first.

Always entertaining? This nifty Sunbeam workhorse also comes kitted out with a bunch of accessories and specialist blades so you can prep almost any food ingredient with precision – whether you’re grating cheese, shaving chocolate, whipping egg whites, or chopping carrots. And with its sophisticated matte black finish, the Sunbeam Multi Processor Plus makes great benchtop candy for any butler’s pantry or modern kitchen!

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What Should I Look For In A Food Processor?

“Bowl size does matter when shopping for a food processor. Small quantities in big bowls won’t blend as thoroughly, while a bowl that’s too small might slow you down, so look out for models that have multiple bowls to suit different loads,” advises Tracey Ellis.

“The best machines also come with variable speed options and additional attachments, such as a kneading tool for bread dough and multiple feed tube sizes that let you process a wider mix of shapes and sizes. And if you like making your own salad dressings and sauces, some models also feature feed chutes with a special drizzle opening for emulsifying your favourite oils and flavours.”

“A food processor with the right features and attachments can do just about any kitchen task you throw at it, from grinding up mince and breadcrumbs to kneading dough and bulk shredding vegetables."

Can A Food Processor Save Me Money?

Sure can! Food processors are a great way to cut down on grocery waste. Make your own cheaper versions of all those deli indulgences, including blitzed salads and smoothies. You can repurpose leftover veggies as soup, whip up breadcrumbs or baby food in bulk batches, and store everything in your freezer for sizeable supermarket savings. Plus, you also win big from a health point of view because you have more choice and control over what actually goes into your food.

What Are The Best Food Processor Brands?

Joining Sunbeam as a most valued player in the food processor game is

Kenwood, who deserve kudos for designing powerful food processors with time-saving attachments, including extra-wide chutes that let you slice and grate unlimited ingredients directly to a serving plate for crowd-sized catering. Stylish mix master legend KitchenAid also makes durable and well-designed food processors with smart storage solutions for all their accessories (so you’ll never lose an extra part again!).

What Are The Best Things To Make In A Food Processor?

Anything and everything! Not only does a food processor love the jobs you hate (that’s you, dicing onions and shredding cabbage!), it’s also a whiz at helping you create sweet and savoury classics – think hummus, guacamole, peanut butter energy bars, panko chicken strips, jam doughnuts and cheesecakes. Plus, these clever small appliances make unbelievable whipped sweet potatoes. Yum!

Can’t wait to add a Sunbeam food processor or similar kitchen saviour to your benchtop gang? Visit us in-store or online to shop our huge range of small kitchen appliances.