KitchenAid

KitchenAid Classic Series 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer K45SS, Onyx Black

$279.95Good Price

✓Built to take it all on with the durable and built-to-last metal construction, and 59 touchpoints around the mixer bowl for great mixing results.
✓4.5 Quart Stainless Steel Bowl to mix up to 8 dozen cookies in a single batch. Dishwasher safe. Using the flat beater; 28g dough each
✓Easily add ingredients with the tilt-head design, because you'll have better access to the bowl - lock the head in place while mixing
✓10 speeds for nearly any task or recipe, from mixing ingredients together on the stir speed, to whipping cream at speed 8, you'll get thorough ingredient incorporation every time
✓10 plus attachments to make more with your mixer to make everything from fresh pasta to burgers, veggie noodles, ice cream and more, sold separately
✓Model K455 includes (1) 4.5 Quart Stainless Steel Bowl, (1) Coated Flat Beater, (1) Coated Dough Hook, (1) 6-Wire Whip

Price History

What reviewers say

The KitchenAid Classic Series 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer is presented as an entry point in the brand’s lineup, with attention to its size, included accessories, 275-watt motor, 10 speeds, and attachment hub. A recurring concern is quality control: one black unit arrived with polishing residue inside the bowl that contaminated food and also failed to power on. A replacement unit functioned properly, though it still showed grease and black smudges on the exterior, suggesting inconsistent factory finishing. In use, the working mixer handled whipped cream, chocolate cookie dough, and pizza dough capably, though with less power than higher-end models. Overall, it comes across as a practical fit for smaller-scale baking, provided the noted manufacturing issues are taken into account.

•The mixer is offered in black and white, measures 13.9 inches tall, 8.7 inches wide, and 14.1 inches deep, and weighs 25 pounds, making it better suited to permanent countertop placement.
•Included accessories consist of a 4.5-quart stainless steel bowl, a 6-wire whip, a nylon-coated flat beater, a nylon-coated dough hook, and an instruction manual with recipes.
•It uses a 275-watt motor with 10 speeds and includes an attachment hub for additional KitchenAid accessories.
•One unit arrived defective and would not turn on, and its stainless steel bowl contained substantial black polishing residue that transferred into food.
•The replacement mixer operated correctly and performed well in whipping cream, mixing cookie dough, and kneading pizza dough, though exterior grease and smudging pointed to uneven finishing quality.

Based on a review by @bestkitchenreviews

About this product

This stand mixer pairs metal construction with a 4.5-quart stainless steel bowl and a tilt-head design for easier ingredient access. With 10 speeds and included core attachments, it covers everyday mixing tasks while also supporting more specialized prep through optional kitchen tools and mixer add-ons.

Best for

✓Home bakers who regularly make cookies, cake batters, whipped cream, or bread dough
✓Cooks who want a countertop mixer with a stainless steel bowl and included basic attachments
✓Buyers who prefer a tilt-head design for easier bowl access when adding ingredients
✓Households that want one mixer for both everyday recipes and optional attachment-based tasks
✓People making larger batches, including up to 8 dozen cookies using the flat beater

Not ideal for

✗Shoppers who want all specialty functions included without buying extra attachments separately
✗People with very limited counter space who may prefer a smaller mixing setup
✗Buyers looking for a mixer primarily for very small, occasional tasks only

Strengths

• Durable metal construction
• 59 touchpoints around the mixer bowl for mixing coverage
• 4.5-quart stainless steel bowl is dishwasher safe
• Tilt-head design helps with adding ingredients and accessing the bowl
• 10 speeds support a range of tasks from stirring to whipping
• Includes a flat beater, dough hook, and 6-wire whip

Limitations

• Specialty attachments for tasks like pasta, burgers, veggie noodles, and ice cream are sold separately
• 4.5-quart capacity may not suit buyers who need to mix beyond the stated batch size regularly
• This is a dedicated stand mixer, so it may take up more space than simpler hand-mixing options

Common use cases

• Mixing large batches of cookie dough
• Whipping cream at higher speed settings
• Preparing cake batter, frosting, and other everyday baking mixtures
• Kneading dough with the included dough hook
• Adding ingredients gradually through the tilt-head bowl access
• Expanding into attachment-based prep such as pasta or ice cream with separate accessories

Buying tips

• Check whether the 4.5-quart bowl size matches the batch sizes you usually make
• If you plan to make pasta, veggie noodles, burgers, or ice cream, factor in the need to buy attachments separately
• Consider where the mixer will live on your counter before choosing a stand mixer format
• Look at the included accessories to confirm they cover your usual recipes: flat beater, dough hook, and wire whip
• If you often add ingredients mid-mix, a tilt-head design can be especially useful

Frequently asked questions

What comes in the box with this mixer?

The included accessories are a 4.5-quart stainless steel bowl, a coated flat beater, a coated dough hook, and a 6-wire whip.

What kinds of recipes can it handle?

It is designed for versatility, with 10 speeds for tasks ranging from stirring ingredients together to whipping cream at speed 8. It may suit common baking and mixing jobs like cookie dough, batters, whipped mixtures, and dough preparation.

Is the bowl easy to clean?

The bowl is stainless steel and dishwasher safe, which can make cleanup simpler after mixing.

Does this mixer support extra attachments?

Yes, attachments are available for added tasks such as fresh pasta, burgers, veggie noodles, and ice cream, but they are sold separately. If you want to compare related cookware and prep categories, it may help to plan your kitchen setup before buying add-ons.

Why choose a tilt-head mixer design?

The tilt-head design gives better access to the bowl when adding ingredients, and the head locks in place while mixing.

Our take

This mixer is a practical fit for home cooks who want durable construction, a dishwasher-safe stainless steel bowl, and enough speed control for common baking tasks. It makes the most sense for buyers who will use the included attachments regularly and may later expand with optional accessories.

KitchenAid Classic Series 4.5 Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer K45SS, Onyx Black

$279.95

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