Mixers

Mixers & Food Preparation Equipment

Mixers and food preparation equipment take over when your arms have had enough. You load dough or batter, pick a speed and let the bowl turn. The main choice is simple: bowl size, motor power, and what you actually make most days. Small bowls mean constant batching. Very large bowls look good, then sit half empty.

Planetary mixers handle general prep, cakes, sauces. Spiral mixers suit heavier bread dough where you care about structure and repeat results. Check the gear type, timer, and how easy it is to lift the bowl out when you are in a rush. Cleaning time is the bit people forget.

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Trade Insight

Most mixers work best when the bowl is around two thirds full. Underfill and the hook never really picks up the mix. Overfill and the dough heats, then every batch feels different. Match the mixer to your heaviest dough, not your lightest mix, and check spare parts are easy to get.

Why Choose Ascot Wholesale

• Competitive pricing across mixer ranges
• Trade accounts for busy kitchens
• Equipment leasing if you prefer to spread cost
• Free UK delivery on qualifying orders
• Trusted hospitality brands used in real sites

Written and published by Ascot Wholesale, drawing on over 25 years working with UK chefs and kitchen teams.