Night Elf Posted September 22, 2013 Share Posted September 22, 2013 When do I use the whisk attachment? We've used the paddle attachment for all our batters and icings. They always turn out really well. I know one whisks egg whites for a meringue but what else would the whisk attachment be used for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cjzimmer1 Posted September 22, 2013 Share Posted September 22, 2013 I don't have cookie paddles for my mixer so I use the wisk attachment for creaming the butter and sugar and then adding eggs. I then switch to the dough hook to mix in the flour. Works well and I don't have to fork over the money for an extra attachment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hmvaughan4 Posted September 22, 2013 Share Posted September 22, 2013 I've read that the whisk is for mixes (cakes, banana bread, etc.) and the paddle is for dough. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mumto2 Posted September 22, 2013 Share Posted September 22, 2013 I use the hook for bread dough. The paddle for general batter like cookie dough. The whisk for frosting (fluffier I think) and egg whites. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Belacqua Posted September 22, 2013 Share Posted September 22, 2013 I almost never use the whisk. As others have said, it is good for egg whites and cream, but I don't make those often (and my quantities are usually small enough that my cheapo hand mixer works faster). I use the paddle for most things. The paddle with silicone scrapers on the side works really well. Love the grinder. I really want the pasta roller attachment, but I'm trying to be honest with myself about whether I'd use it enough to justify the cost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.