13 Affordable Dorm Kitchen Essentials
Are you looking for dorm kitchen essentials, but have no idea where to start?
First off, congratulations on moving into your dorm! Let’s get to designing your dream dorm kitchen.
A key thing to remember is only get the essentials. Purchase sets instead of individual items (especially if you have roommates) because this will save you a ton of money.
Don’t worry you can still make your dorm kitchen look cute and fit the aesthetic that you want!
Just because you are moving into a dorm doesn’t mean you can’t be healthy and get creative in the kitchen (while enjoying yourself).
One of the main ways to enjoy utilizing your kitchen space is by purchase essentials that make you excited to be in your kitchen.
This post is all about dorm kitchen essentials!
Mini Keurig
A girl needs her coffee right?! This Keurig is perfect for small space whether you have a kitchen in your dorm or a separate kitchen space.
Save money and your waist line and make your coffee at home!
I’ve been using a mini Keurig since freshman year of college (and now I’m about to graduate college) and she is holding up great!
K pods to go with your Keurig:
2. To Go Coffee Mug
Calling all the early risers that don’t have time to enjoy their coffee before heading off to class!
If prefer to talk your coffee on the go or like to enjoy a second cup of coffee mid day you need this to go coffee mug!
This double insulated coffee mug is sure to keep your coffee warm throughout the day for my girlies that love to sip on their coffee all day ling;)
Not to mention, this mug is basically indestructible so what are you waiting for?
3. Clear Coffee Mug
If you are a lover of enjoying your morning cup of coffee, tea, matcha or your favorite drink this mug is for you. Not only does it fit basically any aesthetic but you can reuse it for your oatmeal and cereal.
This mug is perfect for you to sip on your coffee while you are going through your morning routine or even cook your oatmeal if you don’t have a microwave.
It even comes with the cutest matching spoon that you can enjoy favorite meal with.
4. Microwave Safe Dinnerware Sets
Sets are your best bet especially when it comes to plates, bowls and cups. These single items can expensive but this set allows you to get what you need a save money.
This is ideal for people who live with roommates and want an affordable option!
These bowls, plates and cups are perfect for every meal, lightweight and are microwave safe.
5. Gold Silverware
Of course you will need silverware and yes of course it has to be gold. Gold silverware is elite and it gives your kitchen an elevated feeling.
This set is less than $20 and it looks so luxurious! If you use a communal kitchen, the gold silverware will help you keep track of your silverware easier!
6. Reusable Straws
These fun and colorful reusable straws are so cute! Let’s all admit it, drinking your favorite drinks out of a straw makes drinking so much better.
These reusable straws are the best. Add these to your favorite afternoon beverage, morning drink or even just sipping on water.
7. Ice Cube Trays
You NEED an ice cube tray! I wish someone would have told me to get an ice cube tray. Don’t drink warm drinks.
This is something that is so easy to keep in the freezer. Trust me you will NEED ice for drinks, smoothies, iced coffee and whatever else you want.
8. Hydroflask
Gorgeous, gorgeous girls stay hydrated throughout the day. Gorgeous, gorgeous girls drink their water. Gorgeous, gorgeous girls drink their water with a Hydroflask. Gorgeous, gorgeous girls have glowing skin.
You are gorgeous, gorgeous girls!
9. Mini Fridge
If your dorm doesn’t already come with a mini fridge, you will definitely need one of these! This will help you save so much money ordering extra food that you don’t need.
This is the perfect size fridge when if live alone or with one other person and need space to store your favorite foods.
A mini fridge was such a life saver when I lived in the dorm because it made it so much easier for me to grab healthy options without sacrificing my goals.
10. Magic Bullet Blender
This blender is under $30 (what a steal!) and it’s perfect to make smoothies, acai bowls, sauces and you can easily blend your favorite vegetables for juices.
This is blender is slender and compact so you can easily store this anywhere in your dorm.
You can easily take this to go when you are running late to class and don’t want to spend the extra money!
11. Electric Hot Pot
If you don’t get anything I feel like it would be well worth the investment to get an electric pot. These are perfect for oatmeal, pancakes, pasta, ramen, soup or even when you want to warm up food.
You can be easily throw a few ingredients in the when you want a hot meal. The clean up process is super easy and so small that you can even fit it in your backpack!
12. Food Storage/Meal Prep Containers
If you like to meal prep food or make a lot of food for the week you need these food storage containers.
Leftovers always come in handy when you want something healthy, it’s late and you don’t know what to eat.
These food storage containers are life savers and help you save so much money!
13. Slim Storage Cart
So now that you have the products to design your dream dorm kitchen, you will need somewhere to store everything.
This slender storage cart helps you easily store all your gadgets to keep everything organized. You can easily slide this next to your counter so you can see appliances and grab them when you need them.
And if you are worried about what you will do with this after you move out of your dorm, you can repurpose this as a makeup cart or use it an organizational tool!
