There are promises of a great performance within a smaller space, all with some great features, but does it perform as well as hoped for? Placing butter and flour into the bowl, I fitted the flexi-stirring whisk – I felt this tool would be better at rubbing the fat into the flour. Setting it on the minimum speed with the splashguard in place, I moved up to speed 3 once the larger lumps of butter weren’t visible. The sweeping and rotating motion of the blade was effective, and soon the mixture began to resemble breadcrumbs.

More compact than the average stand mixer, the Kitchen Machine’s curves are no less sinuous but its design details extend beyond good looks. Reverting the Kitchen Machine to its standard position and replacing the bowl, I attached the shredder and used it on speed 5 to slice leeks and carrots with the coarse side of the slicing disc. The feed chute is wide, so I found it easier to slice two vegetables at once. The slices were consistent and prepping this way was a real time-saver. It seems that this smaller Kenwood food mixer could prove to be a stepping stone from being unable to bake to then upgrading to a more effective system. Get creative with the K-beater, dough hook or whisk attachment. And its compact design will save you space in the kitchen.

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Create delicious smoothies, soups and sauces with the included blender attachment. Two appliances in one, you won't waste any precious counter space with the Kenwood Prospero+ KHC29.B0WH. This attachment brings added functionality to the kitchen without the need to buy an extra-large appliance. You also get a splashguard for the bowl, which is essential when considering the issues users experience. Our unique planetary mixing covers the entire side, centre and bottom of the bowl. No mix is missed or wasted. All you’re left with is perfection.

So, this smaller model should work in a smaller kitchen. There isn’t the same free-arm as normal, but there is still a speed control on the top to adjust the intensity of the planetary mixer.An ideal first appliance, wedding present or solution for a small space, the Kitchen Machine is a hard worker. As well as multiple functions and storage for its blades and tools, its price point makes it great value when you consider everything it can do compared with other stand mixers. If you already have a good set of small appliances there is little point doubling up, but otherwise there’s a lot to like about this versatile, powerful mixer. Verdict The Kenwood KHC29.B0WH Prospero is a versatile, compact stand mixer with uncompromised performance. If you’re just developing your culinary skills, or your a passionate cook who’s always short on counter space in your kitchen, this 4.3L stand mixer is the perfect cooking companion to help you explore new flavours and techniques! There are two key selling points to this Kenwood kitchen machine over others in the range. The first is the compact shape. Many food mixers like this tend to be chunky devices that take up a lot of space, and Kenwood isn’t known for making theirs that attractive either. A powerful 1000W motor that is sure to give you many years of durability, reliability and strength. If you're just developing your culinary skills, or your a passionate cook who's always short on counter space in your kitchen; Prospero+ is the perfect cooking companion to explore new flavors and techniques.

Best of all, it makes great-tasting cakes and bread. Not only does it create smooth, sponge cake mixtures but also an impressive kneading power. In addition, it’s incredibly easy to use and store, making it the ideal mixer for small worktops. Just ensure you have plenty of space to store all of the additional attachments! Whether you're whisking up a light meringue or kneading a heavy dough, the powerful 1000w motor can take all the hard work out of your meal prep. With variable speed control and pulse function, you have complete control over your mixes. Instead of going big and bold with the design, this one is understated and a lot smaller than you might expect. If you’re after a powerful mixer that can do pretty much do it all, then you should consider the Kenwood Prospero. The range of extra attachments cuts your prep time in half which makes it a valuable gadget. What’s more, it will benefit both pro-bakers and amateurs who love to experiment in the kitchen. There’s quite a bit of kit with the Kitchen Machine, so figuring out where everything goes can be overwhelming at first. However, I was soon up and running, and started by making a sweet dough for cinnamon buns.

The Kenwood Prospero KHC29 Stand Mixer is eye-catching in a different way from a lot of popular food mixers.