Fourth of July weekend and traditional apple pie go hand in hand, but Joanna Gaines' kitchen hack will literally free your hands from hours of tedious prep work.
of Fixer Upper The star posted an Instagram Reel detailing how she makes the fruit-filled baked treats from scratch using a Tigwin Apple Corer Peeler.
Currently, this clever gadget that makes it easy to peel, slice, and core apples (and other produce and vegetables like pineapples and potatoes) is on sale on Amazon for $20.
Tigwin Apple Corer Peeler
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The peeler has a stainless steel blade and a durable suction cup base that grips securely to smooth surfaces and non-porous countertops, so you don't have to worry about it moving around while you use it.
Apple lovers will also love the impressive three-jaw holder, which holds the apple securely in the center with a simple turn of the handle.The result?According to the brand, in just five seconds, this machine peels the apple and slices it into evenly sized apples in a spiral pattern.
The tool has more than 4,800 five-star reviews, with over 1,000 of them purchased in the past month. What's more, the tool is available in six colors, including Gaines' choice of red and two shades of blue.
If you're at all intimidated by how this machine works, fear not: One enthusiastic reviewer calls it a “great product,” commenting that it “cut the time it takes me to prepare an apple pie in half,” while assuring others that “everything is easy.”
Another shopper called the gadget a “great time saver” and declared it a “great buy.”
After all, if Gaines likes it, we're going to try it too. Whether you're a budding baker or a seasoned top chef, the Tigwin Apple Corer Peeler will be a welcome addition to your kitchen when creating summer desserts.
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