Maximizing Your Kitchen for Holiday Baking & Prep

The holiday season means it’s time for serious baking and meal prep. Whether you’re kneading dough for dozens of cookies or preparing a giant turkey, your kitchen should be a source of joy, not stress.

A major key to successful holiday cooking is smart cabinet organization. At Decker Design in La Crosse, we help clients go beyond basic shelves to create a truly functional kitchen design that makes holiday prep a breeze.

Here are three cabinet features that will instantly maximize your efficiency during the busiest cooking time of the year:

1. The Power of Pull-Outs

The most frustrating part of baking is hunting for ingredients. If you’re digging through deep, dark cabinets for that nutmeg or baking powder, you’re losing precious time.

• Spice Pull-Outs: Slim cabinet inserts next to your range or prep area that hold spices in tiered racks. They keep your ingredients visible and right where you need them.

• Deep Drawer Storage: Instead of traditional base cabinets, opt for deep, full-extension drawers. These are perfect for storing flour, sugar, and baking sheets—no more bending and reaching into the back of a cabinet!

2. Smart Storage for Oversized Platters

Holiday feasts require oversized serving ware. These large plates, carving boards, and specialty bowls rarely fit well in standard cabinets, leading to precarious stacking and potential breakage.

• Tray Dividers: Vertical dividers installed within a cabinet above your refrigerator or oven. These slots allow you to store large, flat items on their side, making them easy to grab and preventing chipping. This is a must for the home that loves to entertain!

3. Dedicated Appliance Stations

If you’re a serious baker, you know that dragging a heavy stand mixer out from a cabinet corner is a workout in itself.

• Appliance Lift/Mixer Stand: An ingenious cabinet organization feature that incorporates a spring-loaded shelf into a base cabinet. When you need your mixer, the shelf swings up and locks into counter height. When you’re done, it gently folds back down for discreet, out-of-sight storage. This is a game-changer for a kitchen remodel for bakers.

When you invest in quality cabinetry like Mid Continent Cabinetry, you’re not just getting storage; you’re getting a customized solution designed to fit your cooking style.

Ready to schedule a consultation to create your dream kitchen? Contact us today!

Written By: Natalie Robertson, Interior Designer