When you are a college student and live in a dorm, food can be a hassle. It is difficult to cook, preserve and even effectively boil water. Fortunately, there are many small-space friendly gadgets and appliances that can make feeding yourself in college much easier! Here are 10 food and drink gadgets you need in your college dorm or apartment:
- An Electric Kettle
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An essential for all hot drink enthusiasts. Something as low-tech as an electric kettle is guaranteed to spice up your tea and coffee game. Easily boil water with the flick of a switch and voila — you have quickly and efficiently brewed a wonderful cup of tea or a delicious cup of coffee. Collapsible versions also exist to make transporting easy as pie!
- A Microwave Pasta Cooker
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If you’re like me, pasta is a go-to meal. It’s easy and simple to make at home. Living in a dorm can make this staple meal difficult to prepare. But a microwave pasta cooker makes it simple to create your favorite pasta dishes without a stove! Just add water and your favorite noodles and within minutes you can have yummy pasta in minutes. A necessary piece of kitchenware for a college dorm dweller!
- A Soup Mug With A Lid
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One of the easiest meals to make is soup. There are so many different kinds for so many different tastes and it is an easy-to-make staple food. A microwave-safe lidded soup mug will elevate your soup game and make preserving your leftovers super easy.! A necessary investment that won’t break the bank and makes preparing this college- favorite much easier.
- Ramen Noodle Cooker Bowls
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Everyone knows THE college meal is Ramen Noodles. The easy-to-make and easy-on-the wallet delicacy is a must-have for late night dinners and cheap alternatives to cafeteria food. A special Ramen cooker bowl is a great tool to have to amplify your Ramen noodle experience. Shaped to fit a pack of the noodles perfectly, the bowls make cooking and consuming the meal easy and cost effective!
- An Electric Hot Pot
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For those who miss cooking, an electric hot pot is a perfect appliance to buy to get back into the swing of home cooking. With an electric hot pot, you can make anything from pasta noodles to steamed vegetables — all in a convenient little electric pot. A must-have for anyone who enjoys cooking their meals as it makes the dorm living a little more healthy and home-y!
- Food Storage Containers
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After you’re done preparing your hot pot and microwave meals, you’re probably going to want to store your leftovers. Investing in food storage containers is a great way to save money and not waste food! By storing your food, you can meal prep throughout the week and keep your delicious meals from spoiling.
- A Tabletop Mug Warmer
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Calling all tea and coffee drinkers! This gadget is one of my favorites for enjoying a nice hot drink. A tabletop mug warmer is a perfect way to keep your hot drinks the right temperature for as long as you are drinking them. Whether you’re reading a book, watching TV or doing a homework assignment —keeping your drink warm is a perfect way to relax or continue to motivate you to get work done. A necessity for lovers of all hot drinks.
- A Water Filter/Purifier
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Let’s face it, dorm water can be a little inconsistent. Whether you’re worried about the taste or the content of the water, a water filter is an easy purchase to ensure your water is clean and drinkable! Store easily in your fridge and have clean, crisp water to drink on a daily basis. A perfect way to feel better about what you’re consuming.
- A Microwave Air Popper
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Everyone loves popcorn. Kettle, butter or natural —it’s the perfect snack easily made in minutes. With a microwave air popper, you can easily customize your popcorn and end up paying less by buying kernels by the bag. A must for anyone looking to spend less money on snacking in the long run or anyone looking for a healthier alternative to microwave bags.
- A Multi-Tool
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Rounding out this list of essential dorm cooking items is the ever-so-helpful multi-tool! A multi-tool is so convenient whether you’re opening cans, cutting your food or opening bottles. This item has helped me cook and prep on so many occasions and is perhaps the most important tool to have in your dorm room kitchen!
Whether you’re looking for ways to be healthier, more efficient ways to cook or wanting to ease dorm life,, these 10 products will change the way you eat dorm food, and will hopefully make your meals more exciting!