OXO Good Grips Cherry & Olive Pitter - Black

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No cherry pitter is going to be 100% accurate. But some are much better than others. It depends on what your needs are and how detrimental a missed pit will be. No cherry pitter? No worries! You’ve got options to make the job easier—all using items you probably already have in your kitchen. You can: Though it sounds similar to other individual cherry pitters, unlike the squeeze kind of pitter, this push button style is easier on the hand and wrist and won’t cause cramping when pitting small batches. It’s also one of the smaller mechanical pitters on this list, measuring around 4 inches without a jar attached. More importantly, the all-metal lid and spring mean the pitter will last a long time. The only piece you’ll have to replace is the rubber gasket that the cherry sits on. Users and reviewers say it eventually gets stretched out, though I didn't experience that during my tests. Otherwise, the unit will last you through many cherry seasons. Place the “X” end of the cherry on the point of the pastry tip. Push firmly until the pit pops out. There's minimal effort needed to operate this cherry pitter, and it works nicely for cherries of all sizes. To use it, you can hold it in the air or place it on a surface; a feature other single pitters don't offer. OXO is known for its intuitively designed kitchen gadgets, and this cherry pitter is no exception.

This cherry pitter is a redesign of The Sausage Maker’s original Cherry Stoner. It is affectionately referred to as the Cherry Pitter Jr. because of it’s smaller size and price tag. Next, let’s take a look at the OXO Good Grips Cherry and Olive Pitter. This is a multi-functional kitchen tool that can handle both small and large fruit. Therefore, it is a good option for cooks looking for versatility.

However, cherries are messy and known to stain. This cherry pitter does not come with a splash guard, so it can cause splatters at times. It’s a good idea to use this tool over the sink to avoid any disasters. Classic DesignIf you're looking for a cherry pitter that's more basic in design, this model is your best bet. Cherry pitters are available in different styles, but the element they all have in common is a prong that presses through a cherry's pit. You'll place the cherry in the pitter, then through force—usually of your hand—the pit will get pushed out of the center and come out the bottom of the cherry. The first way we recommend pitting cherries is with a tool that is made specifically for this job— a cherry pitter. This is one of those kitchen tasks where the right tool really does make the task much easier. If you plan on pitting large batches of cherries regularly (like say, you have your own cherry tree), a cherry pitter is a worthwhile investment.

Unless you prefer hand-washing, a cherry pitter that's dishwasher safe will save you time. These tools are available in plastic or metal. We recommend choosing BPA-free plastic if it's an available option and treating stainless steel models more delicately to prevent scratches or discoloration.Prepworks by Progressive by Progressive Cherry-It Cherry Pitter: Similar to the OXO multi-pitter, the tray-like pitter can handle up to four large or small cherries at a time—the tray is reversible for the different sizes—which is a great aspect. As I was testing it though, the pitted cherries didn't always release and sometimes bounced everywhere, leading to a mess. I feel you're better off with the OXO model if you want to pit more than one cherry at a time. Straw: Your standard plastic straw might not be up to the job due to the cherry’s firm flesh, but if you have reusable straws—metal or hard plastic—make use of them! Like you would with hulling a strawberry, push the straw up through the bottom of the cherry through the top. You’ll get rid of the pit and stem. Freeze your cherries. Once they are pitted, make sure you learn how to freeze cherries to keep them on hand all year long.

Pitting cherries is not a fun job. It is an annoying task that is a necessary part of making pies and jams. Most importantly, it takes forever to complete by hand.This is a hand-held pitter that is made of die-cast zinc. As a result, it is sturdy yet also comfortable to use. The soft, non-slip handles have been designed to absorb excess pressure. For instance, you will be able to pit many cherries in a row without cramping.