The wooden spoon bears a heavy responsibility in most people’s kitchens. People have relied on these versatile utensils since the Ancient Egyptians first carved one over 2,000 years ago. Sources: Timberbiz, Food & Wine
As common as they are, it can be hard to remember that there are essential factors to consider when evaluating a wooden spoon. For example, spoons typically take on tasks that require a hardy stirrer; however, the thickness and wood type of any spoon (head or handle) can make or break it — quite literally.
We expect spoons to stir, scrape, scoop, and serve with ease, all while holding up against high temperatures and constant use. When buying a new kitchen tool, it can be hard to determine how it will hold up in the face of steaming pots, sizzling meat, and the dishwasher.
The Food & Wine test kitchen tested 13 different top-of-the-line wooden spoons and deemed Jonathan’s Spoons Spootle the favourite.
Top Picks
BEST OVERALL:
Jonathan’s Spoons Spootle at Woodspoon.com
BEST VALUE:
FAAY Cooking Spoon at Amazon
MOST VERSATILE:
Sabatier Spoon at Amazon
BEST SPLURGE:
Le Creuset Revolution Scraping Spoon at Amazon
BEST BAMBOO:
KitchenAid Universal Bamboo Basting Spoon at Amazon
BEST DISHWASHER-SAFE:
Epicurean Chef Series Large Spoon at Amazon
BEST FOR SERVING:
Made In – The Wooden Spoon at Madeincookware.com