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An avid home baker tested KitchenAid stand mixers for power and durability. Top picks mix delicate egg whites, gooey cookie dough, and bread doughs.

KitchenAid's Artisan 5-quart stand mixer is your reliable baking friend in the kitchen. It will whip, beat and knead ingredients without a second thought, leaving you to concentrate on the final ...