The holiday season is upon us and bakers all over the country are scrambling to make sure their bakeries are ready to ramp up production to keep up with the increasing demand. The holiday season means cookie demand will skyrocket and bakers will need to make sure they are properly equipped to produce batch after batch of quality cookies. Any baker will tell you that producing cookies at a high volume isn't just about having a great recipe, but about having the right equipment. One of the most important pieces of equipment for cookie production is the dough mixer. 

When choosing the best bakery mixer for holiday cookie production, there are a variety of factors to keep in mind. Not just any mixer is capable of producing the quality of cookie dough needed during the busy holiday season. Here are some things to consider when choosing the perfect bakery mixer for your bakery. 

Capacity

Pretty simple. Is your mixer capable of mixing at a capacity that is conducive to the amount of cookies you will need to make? This isn't the time of year for small batches so capacity is very important. Mixers come in a variety of different capacity sizes so you need to make sure the mixer you are considering is up to the task. 

Multi-Speed Settings

A quality mixer will offer a variety of mixing speeds to properly mix a variety of doughs and creams. Whether you are mixing gingerbread dough or brownie batter, a mixer with variable speed settings will allow you to mix the perfect product no matter what. 

Durable Construction

You want a mixer that can withstand the rigors of daily use, especially with the increase in usage during the holidays. Your mixer breaking down in the middle of the holiday season is a pure nightmare scenario for any baker. Choosing a mixer with a durable construction and stainless steel features will ensure that your mixer will continue to operate smoothly. 

Versatile Attachments

The perfect bakery mixer during the holiday rush is one that can handle a variety of different tasks. From mixing a variety of doughs with varying viscosity to whipping up creams and icings, you need a mixer that can do it all. Empire’s TS Mixer, for example, comes standard with a spiral arm, flat beater, and wire whisk to help bakers produce a variety of different products. 

Empire Planetary Mixer

Easy to Use and Clean

No matter how effective the mixer you choose is, you want to make sure it is easy to use and easy to clean. You do not want to be fiddling with it when time is of the essence and cookies need to be made. An easy-to-use mixer will save you time and hassle. A mixer that is easy to clean will give you peace of mind and allow you to easily switch between different doughs and products without spending too much time cleaning out the mixer. 

The holiday season can be chaotic, but the right bakery mixer will turn that chaos into a well-oiled cookie-making machine. Choosing a mixer that can handle a large dough capacity, produce a variety of recipes and products, and keep your bakery running smoothly and efficiently is a game-changer. So, as you prepare for the busiest time of the year, take a moment to ask yourself, can my mixer handle all of these tasks? A reliable bakery mixer is the secret ingredient to holiday success. With it by your side, you’ll be ready to whip, knead, and mix your way to a season of sweet profits—and even sweeter customer smiles.