Major Appliances

What is a Warming Drawer?

A warming drawer can add versatility to just about any kitchen. This appliance provides a gentle heat and a controlled environment, allowing it to perform many cooking and baking tasks including helping bread dough rise, keeping food warm and, on select models, the ability to slow cook meals. 

Elevate your cooking with a KitchenAid® Warming Drawer and embrace new techniques, try out new recipes and multi-task elaborate meals while ensuring that everything is served hot. 

A PROOFING OR PROVING DRAWER

Proving or proofing is the process of letting the dough rise before it is baked. A warming drawer’s proofing function provides the gentle, controlled heat and draft-free area that typically results in a good rise. These factors help most leavened dough recipes achieve their desirable texture and taste.

On a rack in a KitchenAid warming drawer is a baking dish with raw dough in the shape of rolls, garnished with herbs On a rack in a KitchenAid warming drawer is a baking dish with raw dough in the shape of rolls, garnished with herbs

DOES EVERY OVEN HAVE A WARMING DRAWER?

Integrated warming drawers are only available on certain models. This type of warming drawer is usually found below the main oven compartment. Its function is to allow you to roast or bake while simultaneously maintaining the temperature of completed dishes until they are ready for serving. 

Select KitchenAid® ranges have an integrated warming drawer, sometimes called a baking drawer.

A KitchenAid range surrounded by wood cabinets. On the counter are a fruit bowl, oven mitts, salt and a cutting board with produce and a small bowl A KitchenAid range surrounded by wood cabinets. On the counter are a fruit bowl, oven mitts, salt and a cutting board with produce and a small bowl

CAN A WARMING DRAWER BE INSTALLED SEPARATELY?

If your oven doesn’t have a warming drawer, you should have the option to install a standalone one in your kitchen. Warming drawers are available in a variety of designs and finishes and range in size from roughly 24" (61 cm) to 30" (76 cm). Certain models may offer additional options like humidity controls to help you create an exciting array of entrées, side dishes, baked goods, desserts and more.

DISCOVER KITCHENAID® WARMING DRAWER OPTIONS

KitchenAid® offers a complete line of warming drawers. Choose from select models of slide-in ranges with built-in warming drawers that can expertly slow cook, roast, bake and more. 

Here are some options from KitchenAid:

A KitchenAid warming drawer A KitchenAid warming drawer

STAINLESS STEEL 24” (61 CM) SLOW COOK WARMING DRAWER
A space-saving option that offers the benefits of a warming drawer and the ability to fit in most cabinet space. The stainless steel exterior complements most kitchen designs. It provides features like a slow cook function, sensor temperature control and a bread proofing setting so you can tackle challenging recipes, multi-task when cooking a feast and more.

Looking for a wider model? We also offer stainless steel 30” (76 CM) warming drawer or 27” (69 CM) warming drawer options to fit your kitchen.

A stainless steel KitchenAid range A stainless steel KitchenAid range

STAINLESS STEEL 30” (76 CM) 5-BURNER DUAL FUEL CONVECTION SLIDE-IN RANGE WITH BAKING DRAWER
This dual fuel range is a stylish appliance that offers the benefits of both a gas cooktop and an electric oven. It features a baking drawer with baking, warming and slow cooking functionality. This slide-in range is ideal for people who want a seamless, built-in look. It can also save kitchen space by combining a cooktop, oven and warming drawer into one versatile appliance.