Slotted Spoons

Top Up Your Kitchen Tool Kit with the Best Slotted Spoons

Expand your cooks' tool kit with slotted spoons. Along with other tools like a spatula, food turner and solid spoon, these spoons are an essential part of any kitchen. They are great for cooking and serving. Browse our selection of these versatile spoons to find the one that's right for you.

What Can You Use a Slotted Spoon For?

A slotted spoon can perform several different tasks. Unlike ladles, which scoop up soups and stews with all the liquid intact, these spoons drain excess liquid away from small foods, making them similar in function to colanders and strainers.

A slotted spoon can easily scoop meats and vegetables from liquids, like broth or boiling water, or fried foods from oil and grease. Lift potatoes, meatballs or ravioli out of stock pots and soup pots. Stir sauces and soups. Turn over homemade pretzels in boiling water. Serve dumplings into a bowl.

Styles and Features of Slotted Spoons

The main feature of a slotted spoon is the head of the spoon, which features slits or perforations. This allows liquid to drain away from the food that's left behind on the spoon. You'll also find holes in other utensils too, like pasta forks, sauté spoons and roasting scoops.

There are a few different types of slotted spoons available. A classic slotted spoon is a solid choice for use with larger pieces of food. It also ensures quick, easy draining.

A perforated spoon features several smaller holes, which means that the liquid doesn't drain away as quickly. This is a perfect option if you want to preserve some of the liquid in your dish for flavor. Perforated spoons are great for use with small foods. Similarly, a straining scoop can toss and serve small foods, like berries and peas.

A deep, rounded spoon makes it effortless for you to scoop up foods like meatballs or dumplings and easily serve them on a plate or in a bowl. Look for durable stainless steel spoons that feature a deep bowl.

Williams Sonoma has an exclusive line of nylon and stainless-steel kitchen utensils, which includes slotted spoons, are durably made for lasting use. They are perfect for use with nonstick cookware. Their ergonomically designed handles help ensure a secure grip while you stir, scoop and serve.

Wood spoons are safe for use with your nonstick bakeware and cookware as well as with glass and porcelain. Browse wood spoons options. Some are crafted from FSC®-certified walnut, sustainably sourced Mediterranean olivewood or maple. Look for wood spoons that feature a tapered handle that helps you hold the spoon easily and naturally.

Heat-resistant silicone spoons are durable and they won't absorb odors and flavors. Silicone offers a slip-resistant grip on the handle too, ensuring that you have a steady hold while you cook, drain and scoop.

If you need more than just a single slotted spoon, browse our spoon sets. Sets are great for rounding out your kitchen utensil essentials or for gifting to a new homeowner or a recent grad. You'll find different set sizes, like our nonstick pair that includes a solid spoon and a slotted spoon, as well as sets that include three spoons: two solid spoons and a slotted spoon. Whatever your cooking needs, you'll find them with us at Williams Sonoma.