I’m back with three interesting kitchen tools to see if they actually work! Two of them seem pretty useful, while one is just for fun. Let’s dive in and test the Splatter Dom, a set of Food Prep Bowls, and the Peeps Dash Mini Waffle Maker to see if they live up to the hype.
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Splatter Dom: Does It Really Reduce Kitchen Mess?
First up is the Splatter Dom, a heat-resistant silicone cover designed to reduce splattering when frying, boiling, or microwaving food. It claims to fit over pans, pots, and even plates for a cleaner cooking experience.
Does It Fit Well?
Before testing, I checked how well it fit on different cookware:
✔ 12-inch Ninja Foodi NeverStick Pan – It fit, but not perfectly airtight.
✔ 10-inch Sensarte Pan – Fit well and actually seemed to “lock” in place.
✔ HexClad Pan – Did not fit well due to the pan’s lip.
It seems to work best on 10-inch pans, but still fits most 12-inch pans with minor adjustments.
Test: Frying Frozen Burgers
I preheated my 12-inch pan, threw in two frozen burger patties, and placed the Splatter Dom on top. The idea is that it should contain grease splatter while still allowing easy access to flip the burgers.
Observations:
✔ Grease was contained well, even when lifting the lid.
✔ No visible splatter outside the unit, though a few drops reached the top.
❌The dome itself got extremely hot (175°F!), so you’ll need potholders to remove it.
❌ Flipping the burgers was difficult because the dome gets in the way, making the angle awkward.
❌ Some grease dripped when removing it, so be careful.
Final Verdict: ✅ Moderate Success
The Splatter Dom does reduce grease mess, but flipping food inside is tricky, and it gets very hot. If you don’t mind adjusting your technique, it can be useful.
Test: Boiling Pasta
The product also claims to help prevent boil-overs, so I tested it with a pot of boiling water and spaghetti.
✔ I put a lid on a pot of spaghetti (which I would normally never do) to ensure a boil-over. The water boiled over inside the Splatter Dom, but nothing spilled over the pot’s edge.
✔ It acted like a containment shield, keeping foam from running down the sides.
It’s not 100% necessary, but if you struggle with boil-overs, it might be helpful.
Test: Microwave Splatter Guard
For the final test, I covered a plate of leftover spaghetti and microwaved it for two minutes.
✔ No splatter inside the microwave!
❌ But… the handles were too big for my microwave, so the plate wouldn’t spin.
If you have a larger microwave, it could work, but smaller microwaves might have issues with the handles getting in the way.
Price: I paid $44.99, which seems a bit high for what it does. If it were $25-30, I’d be more enthusiastic.
Food Prep Bowls: Simple but Useful!
Next up: Food Prep Bowls, designed to slide under the corners of a cutting board so you can push chopped food or scraps into them instead of all over your counter.
Price: $17.99 for a set of three
Testing: Do They Work?
I attached them to different cutting boards and found:
✔ They fit well on most boards, even thin ones like flexible cutting mats.
✔ They didn’t move around much, even without a non-slip base.
✔ Stackable, dishwasher-safe, and sturdy.
Testing in Action: Chopping Veggies
I used one bowl for scraps and one for prepped food while chopping carrots and bell peppers.
✔ Kept my workspace cleaner and more organized.
✔ Easy to transfer food from the bowl to a pan.
✔ Ran them through the dishwasher, and they came out perfect—no warping.
Final Verdict: ✅ Surprisingly Handy
They aren’t a must-have, but if you like to keep your workspace organized, these are worth trying. I found myself using them outside of testing, which is always a good sign!
Peeps Dash Mini Waffle Maker: Cute or Gimmicky?
Now for the fun one – the Peeps Dash Mini Waffle Maker, a special edition collaboration between Dash and Peeps. It’s a tiny 4-inch waffle maker with a cutout in the middle shaped like the classic Peeps bunny.
Price: $12.99 at Target
How It Works
✔ No on/off switch—just plug it in.
✔ The indicator light is incredibly dim (hard to see when it’s ready).
✔ Uses about ¼ cup of batter per waffle.
Testing: Making a Peeps Waffle
First waffle: Not enough batter. The shape was there, but it looked thin.
Second waffle: More batter, much better results.
✔ The peep shape was clearly visible.
✔ Non-stick worked well—easy release.
✔ Decorating with icing & sprinkles made it look cute.
✔ Tasted just like a regular waffle.
Final Verdict: ✅ Perfect for Easter Fun
It works exactly as advertised, and at $13, it’s a fun buy if you like Peeps or novelty waffles. It’s small, easy to use, and would be great for kids or holiday breakfasts.
Final Thoughts: Which One is Worth It?
Have you tried any of these kitchen tools? Let me know what you think in the comments!
Video Review
Check out my full review in the video below.