Cooking can be one of the most relaxing activities: you just have to choose the ingredients and prepare the recipe you like the most. However, the annoying part comes afterward. After enjoying a delicious dish, it’s time to clean everything we dirtied during preparation. The food residues stuck to the plates, the grease ingrained in pans, trays, and the ceramic hob… The truth is that in the kitchen there are dirt stains that are not easily removed, which is why sometimes we spend more time cleaning than cooking.
In these cases, it is common to resort to specific products or tools to be more efficient in cleaning, such as brushes or sponges. But it is not always enough. From EL PAÍS Escaparate we have found an unexpected solution to leave plates and other kitchen utensils spotless: a set of dough cutters. How does a baking tool become a cleaning tool? We explain it to you.
An unexpected tool for cleaning
Yes, you read that right. We are talking about the cutter used to divide dough, smooth the surface of cakes, facilitate the application of some mixtures, cut ingredients, etc. It is the star tool of bakers and pastry chefs. But how is it used in the context of cleaning? The key lies in its design: just as it slides over the cake to make the cream more even, it can also be used to scrape off residues left on plates.
What we usually do to remove stuck-on dirt more easily is to soak the utensils or let certain products act for a while. With dough cutters, this task is simplified by functioning as a cleaning spatula: they help remove those layers of grease without much effort so you can then finish cleaning with water and soap.
What does the set include?
Dimensions: 13.5 x 9.1 centimeters.
The set includes three cutters in different colors. This way, you can distinguish the one that will continue to serve its baking function from those intended for cleaning. They are made of a durable, flexible, and soft material to work the dough better. Also, they fit well in the hand and are held comfortably thanks to their non-slip properties. When cleaning, this allows you to reach certain areas better without damaging the surface and have a better grip during the process.
Another advantage is that, due to their size, they are easy to store: they can be kept in a drawer because they take up little space, but they also have a hole that allows them to be hung on a kitchen hook and thus accessed at any time.
Complements, does not replace
The accumulation of dirt can end up damaging non-stick pans, appliances, or the kitchen countertop. To avoid shortening their lifespan, it is crucial to remove the residues that have stuck. Thus, these cutters present themselves as the ideal complement to improve cleaning.
When we use a sponge on a very dirty plate, what usually happens is the following: we apply a lot of pressure to remove the residues, and the sponge ends up in a terrible state after use. This causes us to replace it frequently, which is why these cutters are very helpful: they are one of those tools you think only have a specific use but end up becoming a kitchen essential due to their versatility.
Frequently asked questions
How are they cleaned?
You can wash them by hand or put them in the dishwasher.
Can they be used on delicate surfaces?
Being made of plastic, these cutters can be used on all types of surfaces without scratching them, as long as not much pressure is applied.
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*All purchase prices included in this article are updated as of May 9, 2026.
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