Griddles

An electric griddle is one of those kitchen appliances that doesn’t get the hype of an air fryer or Instant Pot — but once you own one, you use it constantly. Pancakes for a crowd, bacon and eggs without babysitting, grilled cheese for the whole family, smash burgers, fajitas, even stir-fry. The flat, open cooking surface means you’re not working in batches. I tested 7 griddles — from a $25 Proctor Silex to a $150 Zojirushi — and what I found might surprise you if you’ve only ever used a skillet. ...