The 11 Best Hand Mixers and Stand Mixers to Help You Bake Like a Pro

Oster Hand Mixer With HeatSoft ($60)

Perhaps the most annoying part of baking is waiting around for our ingredients to hit room temperature. We've all microwaved our butter for a few seconds too long, only to be left with a soupy mess — right? This is where the Oster HeatSoft hand mixer comes in. HeatSoft technology uses gentle heat to soften cold butter (and other ingredients) to room temperature while fluffing and ensuring optimal texture that a microwave simply can't replicate. Additionally, this hand mixer comes with full-size beaters, dough hooks, and a whisk for all your baking needs.