Underrated Cooking Accessories You Didn’t Know You Needed (But Do!)

Every kitchen has its stars: the Dutch oven you use three times a week, the pan you never put away, the spoon that somehow does everything. But then there are the unsung heroes – the cooking accessories that fly under the radar but make your time in the kitchen much easier. They’re the practical, smart little tools that make prep faster, clean-up easier, and weeknight dinners less chaotic. If you’re looking to streamline your kitchen without adding more clutter, here are the underrated accessories you didn’t know you needed (but trust us, you do).

1. A Non-Scratch Wood Spoon That Does It All

One good spoon. That’s all you need. Crumble’s Non-Scratch Wood Spoon is one of those tools you reach for without thinking. It stirs, scrapes, scoops, flips without damaging your enamel or ceramic cookware. And because it’s wood, you can leave it sitting in the pot without worrying about it melting or warping. Forget switching between four different utensils. One of these will do the job, and look good doing it.

Not all spoons are equal – non-scratch and sturdy makes a real difference.

2. A Knife That Actually Cuts (and Feels Good in Your Hand)

You don’t realise how much a sharp, well-balanced knife helps until you’ve chopped an onion with one. Then you’ll wonder how you ever lived without it.

Whether it’s a chef’s knife, paring knife or something in between, having a good blade makes prep faster, easier (and let’s be honest, a whole lot more satisfying). 

Crumble’s Knife Collection isn’t just good-looking (although they are). They’re weighted properly, easy to hold, and come in colours that make your bench feel less like a workshop and more like a place you actually want to be.

Who said knives had to be boring? Our purple paring knife is perfect for precision cuts (and looks amazing while doing it) 

3. Oven Mitts You’re Not Embarrassed to Leave Out

Most oven mitts are either too bulky, too flimsy, or just plain ugly. Which is why finding one that actually protects your hands and looks nice enough to leave hanging up is worth its weight in roast potatoes. Our pasta designed mitts are cute and functional – perfect for keeping hands safe and sit perfectly on all Crumble cookware handles for the sweetest presentation

Cute and practical oven mitts!

4. Biodegradable Kitchen Towels That Actually Work

They look cute. They’re compostable. But most importantly, they actually absorb. Crumble’s biodegradable kitchen towels are one of those things you grab “just to try” and then keep buying forever. They replace paper towels, last for ages, and don’t leave lint on your clean pans. You’ll use them for wiping down benches, drying dishes, cleaning spills… you name it.

Reusable, compostable, and doesn’t fall apart after one wash? Yes, please.

5. A Knife Set That Covers All Bases

If you’re ready to ditch the blunt hand-me-downs and start fresh, a full knife set can change the way you cook. Our Ultimate Knife Set gives you every blade you need, from slicing sourdough to prepping veg, and none that’ll just sit in the drawer gathering dust. Plus, they come in colours that actually match your kitchen. 

6. The Little Extras That Make a Big Difference

A decent pasta mitt, a compact knife block, a novelty lid knob that makes you smile every time you lift the lid – these are the touches that make your kitchen feel like your space. They’re not essential, but they’re the reason you enjoy being in the kitchen in the first place. Because cooking shouldn’t feel like a chore. It should feel like something you get to do, not just something you have to do.

Build a Kitchen That Works With You

You don’t need a hundred tools or a fully kitted-out drawer. Just a few thoughtful, practical pieces that pull their weight, and make everyday cooking feel just a little smoother.

Explore Crumble’s full Cooking Accessories and stock your kitchen with pieces that actually earn their place on the bench.