OXO Good Grips Cherry & Olive Pitter - Black

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The pitter catches the pits, which most single item cherry pitters do not, and stores them in the tool's head. You'll need to periodically empty it as you use the pitter. We love how contained the whole affair is, since kids can sometimes be a bit on the messy side in the kitchen. This pitter keeps things tidy and lets your kids have fun helping out. Cherry pitters come in a variety of styles, from handheld squeezing, tabletop multiple cherry pitting, hopper-style, and garnishing tools. Each one has its own advantages and disadvantages. Commercial pitters will have the highest level of accuracy. Handheld pitters are more likely to leave hanging pits behind. Finally, non-commercial multi-cherry pitters are known to completely miss some pits. Every year, I look forward to cherry season. The fleeting weeks that cherries are in season means I buy pounds and pounds of them, more than I can eat by themselves. And because my eyes are always bigger than my stomach, I often have bags of cherries that I need to use before they go bad. Little Strength RequiredThis cherry pitter only requires a little effort to press down the lid to remove the pits from the cherries.

I have the Instecho Cherry Pitter and really love it! It's simple but effective!" — Emma Christensen, Associate General ManagerMost importantly, this pitter is unique in its ability to accommodate fruits of different sizes. The holder can easily fit larger cherry varieties. In addition, it is recessed to secure smaller cherries and olives. 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.

Tart Cherry Smoothie Bowls. Blend up your cherries into these Smoothie Bowls for a light summertime breakfast. 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.This is a commercial cherry pitter that pits up to five cherries at one time. Above all, it is made of stainless steel in Buffalo, NY. As a result, this is a high-quality product that is enjoyable to use. It features one handle that pits all five cherries at the same time. Meanwhile, the pits are moved into a separate stainless steel container. The seedless cherries drop directly below into another container.

Don’t stress too much if you accidentally swallow a cherry pit whole though. Small unintentional ingestions of whole pits generally do not cause harm. Just don’t make a habit of it! So let’s make sure we get those cherries pitted. Tip: Cherry juices can stain porous surfaces (such as wood and unsealed marble), as well as your fingertips. Be mindful of this when working with any of these techniques. I often wear kitchen gloves for easy cleanup. 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: This cherry destoner has a unique patented design and is a large, self-contained machine, measuring 8” x 4.5”. It does not have a handle like many other pitters do. Instead, the entire top of the machine closes on the cherries.What We Love: Latches shut for easy storage, extended front lip allows you to roll cherries into place easily I prefer using plain (round) tips to stars. Not only can you pinch your fingers on the star’s sharp edges as you push the pit through, but it also leaves the cherries looking a bit jagged. Don’t want to fashion a pitting tool? You can pit cherries with a paring knife, though I find it to be a bit messier and more time consuming than other methods. Finally, let’s take a look at the Squeeze2Pit Cherry Pitter. This is a beautiful handheld chromium-zinc alloy cherry destoner. Most importantly, it comes with a lifetime warranty to ensure pitless cherries for many years to come. Place the “X” end of the cherry on the point of the pastry tip. Push firmly until the pit pops out.