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Hand Mixer Basics
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With the beaters installed, use speed 1 for mixing dry ingredients with
liquids. Ramp up to speeds 3–4 to make cookie doughs, batters, quick
breads, frostings, or to mash potatoes. Use speed 4 when creaming
butter and sugar. Not recommended to use for yeasted doughs, such
as pizza or pretzel doughs, or pie crusts.
Beaters: Speeds 1–4
Whisk: Speed 5
With the whisk installed, it is recommended to use speed 5, but make
sure to slowly ramp up to this setting. The whisk at speed 5 is good for
whipping cream, mousse, egg whites, and more. Starting on speed 1
and gradually increasing to speed 5 will prevent splattering and achieve
the best consistency. Not recommended for thicker batters and mix-ins;
beaters are recommended.
Follow the recipe mixing times carefully.
Also, watch closely for visual cues that will
help determine how long to mix or whip.
For example, if the recipe says “mix until
sti peaks form,” frequently check the
mixture to assess if sti peaks are forming.
Always start on speed 1 and then slowly
ramp up the speed in order to prevent
ingredients from splattering. When
processing is complete, ensure to power
o the unit.