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Best KitchenAid Stand Mixer Attachments

By the Countertop Picks Editorial Team · How we test & rank

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Once you own a KitchenAid stand mixer, the power hub on the front opens up a second category of purchase: attachments that turn the mixer into a pasta maker, meat grinder, or ice cream machine. Not all of them are worth the shelf space.

We focused on the attachments that genuinely replace a separate countertop appliance, and noted where each one is limited so you don't end up with a drawer of unused plastic.

How we picked: We prioritized attachments with a long sales history and consistent buyer feedback on durability, and skipped accessories that mostly duplicate what a cheap stand-alone tool already does just as well.

At a glance

#PickWhy it stands outPrice
KitchenAid Pasta Roller and Cutter Press Attachment SetTop Pickhomemade pasta without a separate machine - Attaches to the mixer's power hub, so there's no hand-crankingCheck Amazon
KitchenAid Food Grinder AttachmentRunner-upgrinding your own meat or making sausage - Powered by the mixer motor instead of a hand crankCheck Amazon
KitchenAid Spiralizer Attachment with Peel, Core and SliceBest Valuevegetable noodles and spiral-cut fruit - Peels, cores, and spiral-cuts firm produce like zucchini, potatoes, and apples in one passCheck Amazon
KitchenAid Ice Cream Maker AttachmentAlso greatchurning ice cream without a separate machine - Freezer bowl design means no ice or rock saltCheck Amazon
KitchenAid Fresh Prep Slicer/Shredder AttachmentAlso greatshredding cheese or slicing vegetables in bulk - Six interchangeable drums cover shredding and slicing at two thicknessesCheck Amazon

The picks in detail

KitchenAid Pasta Roller and Cutter Press Attachment Set

Top Pick

9.6/10Editor’s score

Best for homemade pasta without a separate machine

  • Attaches to the mixer's power hub, so there's no hand-cranking
  • Roller adjusts through multiple thickness settings, from lasagna sheets to thin fettuccine
  • Three-piece set covers rolling plus fettuccine and spaghetti cutting

Watch out Only cuts two pasta shapes out of the box — wider shapes like pappardelle still need hand-cutting or a separate cutter.

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KitchenAid Food Grinder Attachment

Runner-up

9.3/10Editor’s score

Best for grinding your own meat or making sausage

  • Powered by the mixer motor instead of a hand crank
  • Includes coarse and fine grinding plates for different textures
  • Also works for grinding vegetables or fruit for some recipes

Watch out Leans on the mixer's torque — expect it to slow down on tougher cuts of meat with a lot of gristle or connective tissue.

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KitchenAid Spiralizer Attachment with Peel, Core and Slice

Best Value

9.0/10Editor’s score

Best for vegetable noodles and spiral-cut fruit

  • Peels, cores, and spiral-cuts firm produce like zucchini, potatoes, and apples in one pass
  • Includes multiple blades for different cut thicknesses and ribbon styles
  • Mounts on the same hub as other attachments, so it stores compactly

Watch out Struggles with very soft or small produce, and the peeling blade is unnecessary for thin-skinned vegetables like zucchini.

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KitchenAid Ice Cream Maker Attachment

Also great

8.7/10Editor’s score

Best for churning ice cream without a separate machine

  • Freezer bowl design means no ice or rock salt
  • Uses the mixer's motor for consistent churning speed
  • Makes about 2 quarts per batch, enough for a family dessert

Watch out The freezer bowl needs at least 24 hours in the freezer before each use, and it's bulky to store there long-term.

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KitchenAid Fresh Prep Slicer/Shredder Attachment

Also great

8.4/10Editor’s score

Best for shredding cheese or slicing vegetables in bulk

  • Six interchangeable drums cover shredding and slicing at two thicknesses
  • Faster for big batches than a hand-held box grater or mandoline
  • Hub-powered, so there's no separate motor to maintain

Watch out Loading and swapping drums takes longer than it looks in demos, so it's less useful for small, quick jobs.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Do KitchenAid attachments work with any KitchenAid stand mixer?
The hub attachment system is standardized across virtually all KitchenAid household tilt-head and bowl-lift mixers, including the Artisan, Professional 600, and Mini. Check the current listing for any model-specific exceptions before buying.
Which attachment should I buy first?
Start with whichever one replaces an appliance you'd otherwise buy separately and use often — the pasta roller or grinder, for most people. Save the spiralizer or ice cream maker for when you know you'll use that specific feature regularly.
Do these attachments fit stand mixers from other brands?
No. KitchenAid's hub attachments are built for KitchenAid's proprietary power hub and won't fit mixers from Kenwood, Cuisinart, or other brands.

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