Small Kitchen? Here’s the Cookware You Actually Need

by Chloe Q · Jul 01, 2025

Tiny kitchen? We get it. Whether you’re cooking in an apartment, a share house or just prefer keeping things minimal, you don’t need a full-blown chef’s setup to make great meals – you just need the right pieces.

At Crumble, we have plenty of small cookware pieces that are designed to save space, stay useful, and actually get used. These pieces punch above their weight when it comes to versatility, so you can boil, braise, bake and fry without a drawer full of stuff you never touch.

The Baby Round Dutch Oven (20cm)

Small but mighty. The Baby Dutch Oven is a go-to for solo cooks or couples. With a 2.3L capacity, it’s perfect for:

Small soups, curries or pasta sauces
Side dishes like roast carrots or mash
Baking a mini sourdough loaf

It works on all cooktops (including induction), goes straight into the oven, and looks good enough to take straight to the table.

Read more: What Can I Cook in a Dutch Oven?

A Baby Dutch Oven can do more than you think (stews, sides, small roasts and even bread)

The Baby Cast-Iron Saucepan (16cm)

A compact saucepan with serious heat-holding power. The Baby Cast-Iron Saucepan is ideal for making porridge, reheating leftovers, or warming up sauces without burning the bottom. Because it’s cast iron, it holds temperature beautifully (no constant stirring required).

The Ceramic Baby Saucepan (20cm)

Prefer something a little lighter? The Ceramic Baby Saucepan gives you the same compact footprint but with a double-coated, non-toxic ceramic interior. It’s naturally non-stick, quick to clean, and a great everyday choice if you’re boiling eggs, heating soup or simmering sauces.

👉 Are Ceramic Non-Stick Pans Good for Everyday Cooking?

The Brekkie Pan

Fry an egg, toast some halloumi, flip a pancake—this is your little go-to for quick, low-effort meals. The Brekkie Pan is small but super handy, and takes up almost no room on your stovetop or in the cupboard. Ideal for breakfast, snacks, or anything you want to cook without committing to a full-size frypan.

Compact, sturdy and actually useful, Crumble’s small cookware range is made for real everyday kitchens.

The Baby Cast-Iron Bundle

Want a matching set without overdoing it? The Baby Cast-Iron Bundle includes the Baby Dutch Oven and Baby Saucepan, so you’ve got a mini set that covers boiling, baking, roasting and reheating. It’s like a starter kit for space-conscious home cooks.

The Mini Essentials Cast-Iron Bundle

If you want a little more variety but still need it all to fit in one drawer, the Mini Essentials Bundle gives you:

A Baby Dutch Oven
A Baby Saucepan
The Brekkie Pan

It’s everything you need to cook across the week, without crowding your kitchen cupboards or cluttering your benchtop.

The Duo Fry Non-Stick Set

Frypans are essential, but oversized ones can take up half your drawer. The Duo Fry Set gives you two practical sizes with Crumble’s PFAS-free ceramic coating, so you get the ease of non-stick without the nasties. They’re lightweight, easy to clean, and stack neatly.

👉 How to Clean Non-Stick Cookware Without Damaging the Coating

Tips for Cooking in a Small Space

Choose multi-use cookware that can go from stovetop to oven
Stick to a few high-quality pieces rather than a big set
Stack and nest where you can, especially with pans and lids
Use your Dutch oven as a serving dish to cut down on dishes

Ready to Cook Smarter in a Smaller Space?

A good setup doesn’t need to be big – just thoughtful. With the right cookware, you can make anything from a slow Sunday roast to a quick Tuesday stir-fry, even in the tiniest of kitchens.

Check out Crumble’s small cookware collection and find the pieces that actually earn their spot on your stovetop. Small kitchen but big potential.

Looking for More Kitchen Cookware?

Non-stick cookware – Frypans and saucepans that make clean-up easy
Cast iron cookware – Made for cooks who want durability
Casserole pots – Ideal for oven bakes and hearty meals
Knives – From everyday chopping to bread slicing without squish
Ceramic accessories – Handy extras like non-scratch spoons and steamer baskets