12 Essential Baking Tools For Beginners

So you want to learn how to bake? What a wise choice! Baking at home brings you a world of delectable dishes and culinary tasks that you may accomplish on a daily basis. The options are really limitless. You will, however, need a few items to get started.

This tutorial will show you the top 12 equipment you’ll need to create fantastic items in your own kitchen. As a professional pastry chef and baker, I’ve used a variety of equipment and know which ones are essential and which can be skipped.

So let’s have a look at everything you’ll need to get started!

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1 – Mixer

A mixer is required for practically all baking operations, whether you are making cookies, cakes, or breads. Sure, certain recipes may be mixed by hand, but a mixer not only makes baking simpler, but the final results are far superior.

There are several mixer kinds to select from, ranging from portable mixers to luxurious stand mixers. So, which is the best? That depends on how much you want to bake as well as your budget.

Handheld mixers are less expensive and smaller, making them simpler to store. Hand mixers, on the other hand, need you to actively mix (you can’t walk away while the mixer is running), and they don’t always combine as effectively as stand mixers.

These are ideal for beginning bakers as a first, no-frills mixer; they operate well and are inexpensive.

Stand mixers, such as the one depicted from KitchenAid, are fantastic and should be considered if you intend on baking often. A stand mixer, which comes with a variety of attachments, allows you to prepare nearly anything while simultaneously multitasking (washing dishes, measuring the next components, or just enjoying a glass of wine!). Allow the mixer to do the job!).

Stand mixers are somewhat more costly, but they are well worth the price since they last a long time. Anyone who is serious about baking should invest in a stand mixer. You’ll like it.

2 – Silicone Spatulas

Silicone spatulas are an essential baking tool for me. While a regular spoon will scrape down the mixer, effectively stir batters, and get into every nook and cranny of the bowl, a decent silicone spatula will scrape down the mixer, efficiently stir batters, and get into every nook and cranny of the bowl.

You’ll never look at a standard spoon the same way again after using a silicone spatula to bake with.

3 – Measuring Spoons and Cups

Any recipe you use will almost probably need you to measure your components. A nice collection of measuring spoons, dry measuring cups, and wet measuring cups is unquestionably required. While a liquid measuring cup and a dry ingredient measuring cup may be used interchangeably, having both is much better for precision.

For the measuring cups, use 2 cups and 1 cup.14 teaspoon, 4 cup, 12 teaspoon, 1 teaspoon, and 1 tablespoon measuring spoons 1Look for a set with at least a few measuring spoons and dry measuring cups (1 or more).

A two-cup liquid measuring cup is also a good place to start.

4 – Set of Mixing Bowls

A great set of bowls in different sizes, whether metal, plastic, or ceramic, is something you should invest in. To begin, look for a set that includes a small, medium, and big bowl.

Any content is acceptable; it is entirely up to you and your preferences! There are also fantastic bowl sets that come with coverings that snap directly on the bowl for simple storage.

5 – Cake Pan

While having a range of cake pan sizes is ideal, I would suggest beginning with at least an eight inch round cake pan. Most conventional recipes will call for an eight-inch round pan, so this size will serve for now.

Look for one with edges that are three to four inches high; this will allow cakes to rise properly without the batter overflowing over the sides.

If you plan on constructing bigger cakes or need a non-round pan, pick up a 913 inch pan as well. After the eight-inch circular pan, this is the most popular pan. A 913 pan may also be used as a casserole dish during cooking.

Look for a nice-looking 913 pan that allows you to bake and showcase items directly in the pan.

6 – Pie Pan

All of your pie requirements will be met by a nice deep-dish nine-inch pie pan. I prefer a deep pie pan than a skinnier pie pan since it appears more handcrafted than the store-bought thin pies.

A deeper pan also produces lovely deep pies that feed more people. Nothing tastes better than a good thick piece of pie!

7 – Muffin Pan

A muffin pan, such as the one featured from USA Pan, is ideal not just for muffins but also for cupcakes and small pies. Most common baking recipes yield 12 muffins or cupcakes, so choose a muffin tin with a dozen holes.

A nonstick coating is a wonderful feature to look for so the muffins come out easily (muffin pans may be difficult to clean with all those little holes!).

8 – Baking Sheet Pans

2 inch tall).While baking sheet pans come in a variety of sizes and shapes (and are sometimes confused with cookie sheets), a half sheet pan is a nice size for a starting baker. I also always suggest using a sheet pan with raised sides (at least 1 inch).

You may bake sheets of cake batter in the pan without worrying about batter overflowing over the edges. A half sheet pan will hold about 12 big cookie scoops–the ideal number!

9 – Baking Mat

While it may not be deemed necessary, I cannot live without my silicone baking mat. Rather of coating a baking sheet pan with foil or buttering it, just set your silicone mat on top of the pan and bake.

The mats are nonstick, so your baked products will slip right off, and you can quickly clean them in the sink or dishwasher. Baking mats are inexpensive and last a long time, therefore I strongly recommend that you acquire one!

If you need further proof, read my in-depth review on baking mats.

10 – Whisk

Many baking recipes call for a robust whisk, and you may also use it regularly in everyday cooking. Look for a whisk that is neither too large nor too little to maneuver about in any size bowl.

Look for strong wires as well–you don’t want the whisk to bend or break, as some do when used repeatedly! If you’re prepared to pay a little extra, look for a whisk with silicone wrapped around the wires–this will whisk the ingredients as well as scrape the bowl!

11 – Ice Cream Scoops

Ice cream scoops are a baker’s best friend for portioning cookies, muffins, and cupcakes. Make perfectly round cookies that will have everyone thinking you’re a professional baker!

When using an ice cream scoop to divide the muffins, they will all be the same size. You may even use them to scoop ice cream if you like! A set of three scoops (small, medium, and big) is a fantastic investment for your kitchen.

12 – Digital Kitchen Scale

As you bake more and try more recipes, you’ll notice that some measures are written in ounces or grams rather of cups and teaspoons.

Baking by weight is more precise than baking by volume, thus a tiny scale is an excellent tool to have. There are several tiny and inexpensive but accurate digital scales available, so you will have lots of options!

I’m sure you’re eager to start baking by now, but first you need to go shopping! With the 12 things on this list, you’ll be able to bake practically anything. Good luck with your baking!