Upgrade Your Kitchen with the New SMEG Stand Mixer for Home Baking

With 15 years of baking experience, I've seen firsthand how a high-quality stand mixer can transform your kitchen experience. That's why I'm thrilled about SMEG's latest release, the Forte Stand Mixer, available at Williams Sonoma. Its powerful motor makes kneading tough doughs as effortless as whipping up meringue, while revamped accessories ensure no ingredient goes unmixed. It's positioning itself as one of the top stand mixers on the market.

Here's why I'm eager to test it out, and why it's a worthy addition for any home baker, whether you're just starting or looking to upgrade.

The Stand Mixer Every Baker Should Have

Available in seven colors—Pastel Green, Cream, Pastel Blue, Red, Pink, White, and Black—the Forte stand mixer combines power with precision, making it ideal for both everyday recipes and more demanding doughs.

Choosing the right kitchen appliance can be a challenge. These mixers serve as your kitchen assistant. With the right attachments, they can also grind meat, churn ice cream, slice vegetables, roll pasta, and more. Picking the right model can streamline your cooking and baking, saving valuable time.

Designed to fulfill this essential role, the SMEG Forte features a direct-drive motor that handles even the densest doughs effortlessly. Its head movement mimics hand kneading for consistent results.

No more needing to pause other tasks to stabilize the mixer during gluten development, thanks to enhanced 'Steady-Mix' stability that minimizes vibrations, keeping the machine in place.

Accessories play a crucial role in maximizing a stand mixer's potential, and SMEG has thought of that too.

The Forte is compatible with existing attachments, including the Multi-Grinder Attachment, Pasta Roller, and Ice Cream Maker, all available online.

Additionally, the redesigned C-shaped dough hook pushes dough off the bowl's sides for a more even mix. The revamped flat-edge beater prevents ingredients from getting stuck at the bowl's edges.

Included with the mixer are a wire whisk, flat beater, dough hook, flex edge beater, and a Tritan™ Renew pouring shield, allowing you to start baking right away. I'm looking forward to trying it out myself.

Recommended Baking Essentials

Over the years, I've built a vast collection of baking tools, with cabinets dedicated to my passion. Here are six must-have items to enhance your kitchen's functionality and style.

All prices were accurate at the time of publication.

SMEG has also released the Classico stand mixer. While it has a lower price point, it offers 10-speed settings and a smooth start function, making it a better fit for casual bakers.

For occasional bakers, the SMEG hand mixer is perfect for smaller batches. It features a retro design and an ergonomic handle for easy control.

For baking precision, you need reliable tools. These vintage-style scales have digital displays for accurate measurements.

The Signature Oval Bread Oven has a low-profile base with raised ridges for even browning, and a domed lid that traps steam for a perfect crust and rise. Available in several colors.

Food-grade silicone tools are ideal for baking. They prevent sticking and allow for easy scraping of bowls and pans without damage.

The original bakeware set from Caraway includes all essentials for baking: sheets, pans, and organizers.

Not sure which mixer suits your baking style best? We've compared hand mixers and stand mixers to help you decide.