True, the KitchenAid Classic mixer may lack in appearance compared to its more powerful and glamorous siblings.
After all, it only comes in White and its non-ergonomic, handle- impaired bowl is slightly smaller, but if you’re only baking for yourself, how often will you be mixing five batches of cookie dough all at once?
But don’t let the more modest appearance of the KitchenAid mixer Classic series fool you. The KitchenAid Classic mixer is a true workhorse, and optional accessories make it just as versatile as the rest of the family.
With a 4 1/2- quart bowl and a solid 250-watt motor, the Kitchen Aid Classic can make child’s play of whipping cream, creaming butter, or even kneading dough.
The KitchenAid mixer Classic Plus has a slightly more powerful 275-watt motor.
KitchenAid Classic Mixer Features
KitchenAid Classic Mixer Head Type
The KitchenAid mixer Classic series features a tilt-head design which provides easy access to the bowl as well as the beaters.
Watts & Power
The Kitchen Aid Classic series boasts a 250-watt motor while the KitchenAid mixer Classic Plus has a slightly stronger 275-watt motor. Both have a frequency of 60 Hz and 120V voltage and a 3-prong plug.
Bowl Size & Capacity
Both the KitchenAid K45SS and the KitchenAid mixer Classic Plus KSM75 feature a 4 ½-quart brushed stainless steel bowl with an 8-cup average capacity (Flour Power Rating), which allows you to mix 6 ¾ dozen cookies, 3 ¾ loaves of bread, or 6 ½ pounds of mashed potatoes.
Mixing Speeds
Like other KitchenAid mixers series, the KitchenAid Classic mixer features the planetary mixing action which is a trademark of KitchenAid and is a guarantee of the highest beater-to-bowl coverage in the industry.
This ensures that the beater spirals to 67 different touching points within the bowl for maximum mixing efficiency.
The 10-Speed solid state slide control with direct-drive transmission ensures better control when adding dry or liquid ingredients and makes it easier to adjust the speed as needed, from a very slow stir to a really fast whip.
Dimensions
Dimensions for both the KitchenAid K45SS and the KitchenAid mixer Classic Plus are identical: 13 15/16″ height, 14 1/8″ depth and 8 3/4″ width.
The KitchenAid mixer Classic weighs 25 LBS, and the Classic Plus 26 LBS.
KitchenAid Classic Mixer Attachments
Included with the KitchenAid Classic mixer:
. nylon-coated flat beater
. nylon-coated dough hook “C”
. stainless steel 6-wire whip
Included with the KitchenAid mixer Classic Plus:
. burnished metal flat beater
. burnished metal dough hook “C”
. stainless steel 6-wire whip
Classic KitchenAid mixers also feature a multipurpose power hub for amazing versatility, turning the KitchenAid Classic mixer into a pasta maker, ice cream maker, shredder, grinder, strainer, and even a juicer.
KitchenAid Classic mixer attachments can save storage space as well as a lot of money.
KitchenAid Classic Mixer Colors
Both Classic KitchenAid mixers come in White only, the KitchenAid K45SS with silver trim, and the KitchenAid mixer Classic Plus KSM75 with black trim.
Optional KitchenAid Classic Mixer Attachments
Sausage Stuffer Kit SSA
Roto Slicer w/ Shredder RSVA
Ravioli Maker KRAV
Pasta Excellence Kit KPEX
Pasta Cutter KPCA
Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Polished KN13PB
Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl KB3SS
Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl K5THSBP
Wire Whip K45WW
Dough Hook K45DH
Flat Beater Burnished K5THB
Mixer Attachment Pack w/ Citrus Juicer KN12AP
Ice Cream Maker KICA0WH
Gourmet Specialty Attachment Pack KGSA
Citrus Juicer JE
Fruit & Vegetable Strainer Parts FVSP
Fruit & Vegetable Strainer & Grinder FVSFGA
Food Tray FT
Mixer Attachment Pack FPPA
Food Grinder FGA
KitchenAid Classic Mixer Sale
At Amazon, you can find offers from participating merchants on the KitchenAid mixer Classic series and quickly find the most appealing deals. Just remember to check shipping costs, and that Amazon often includes free shipping if you order from them directly.
KitchenAid Classic Mixer Reviews
See what consumers have to say about their Kitchen Aid Classic K45SS:
“I love it and would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a new stand mixer.” – Amanda Hardiney
“It may seem like a lot of money, but you will get many years of use out of it and never need to replace it.” – Robin Currier
“I love this Mixer so much, that after my first one broke (which I had for 10 years), I went out and bought a new one.” – S. Iverson
AMAZON RATING: 4.3
They were no less enthusiastic about their KitchenAid mixer Classic Plus:
“I love it and am sure it will last my lifetime.” – countryhobo
“I simply love my Kitchen Aid mixer; I would recommend any cook to own one of their own.” – Irene Marie
AMAZON RATING: 4.5
The KitchenAid mixer Classic has over 400 customer reviews on Amazon; 82% of them give this stand mixer a 4- or 5-star rating. The KitchenAid mixer Classic Plus garners 47 reviews, 87% of them consisting of 4- or 5-star ratings.
Classic KitchenAid Mixer Pros & Cons
Dishwasher safe nylon-coated flat beater and dough hook (Classic Plus)
Direct drive transmission
Multiple optional attachments
1-year warranty
Made in the USA
Small bowl Size: 4 1/2 quarts
Bowl has no handle
Burnished flat beater and dough hook are not dishwasher safe (Classic Plus)
No pouring shield
Comes in White only
No All-steel gears transmission
No Soft-start mixing feature
No Electronic speed sensor
Kitchen Aid Classic Features Overview
- Direct drive transmission
- 10-Speed Solid-State Control
- 4 ½-quart bowl (without handle)
- 8-cup Flour Power Rating:
- 3 ¾ loaves of bread
- 6 ¾ dozen cookies
- 6 ½ pounds of mashed potatoes
- Include wire whip
- Frequency: 60 Hz
- Voltage: 120 V
- Height: 13 15/16″
- Depth: 14 1/8″
- Width: 8 3/4″
- Weight: 25 LB (Classic), 26 LB (Classic Plus)
Specific to Kitchen Aid Classic K45SS Series
- 250-watt heavy-duty motor
- Nylon-coated flat beater and dough hook included (dishwasher safe)
Specific to KitchenAid Mixer Classic Plus KSM75 Series
- 275-watt heavy-duty motor
- Burnished flat beater and dough hook included (not dishwasher safe)
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