10 Essential Baking Tools Every Beginner Needs

Let’s face it, stating your baking journey can be intimidating. Many beginners will feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of baking gadgets available out there. But fear not, we have compiled a list of 10 essential baking tool that will make life a little easier for you.

Preparation tools:

1. Measuring cups (and spoons)

It is super important to get those measurements just right. Especially in baking. Don’t just eyeball it, measure it!

We recommend getting either metal ones or sturdy plastic ones.

2. Digital kitchen scale

Like the above, eyeballing it is not gonna cut it. A digital kitchen scale will come in handy for weight-based measurements.

3. Mixing bowls

Well, you need to a place to mix to perfectly measure ingredients. Choose a set of mixing bowls in various sizes. Bonus tip: Non-slip bottom might come in handy.

Mixing tool:

4. Whisk

Essential for blending ingredients and incorporating air into batters. Choose a slightly bigger one for the best results. We recommend stainless steel.

5. Silicone Spatula set

Perfect for scraping bowls clean and folding delicate ingredients. Spatulas are very versatile, and the silicon makes them incredibly heat resistant.

6. Hand mixer

For when the whisk needs a hand. Hand mixers can be used in a variety of ways and are crucial to early baking success. They can be acquired, relatively cheap and are an essential part of your arsenal.

Baking tool:

7. Baking pan and trays

Must-haves include: 9×13 sheet pan, muffin tin, and a silicone moulds. There are of course millions of pans and trays on the market, and what you need, depend entirely on what you’re passionate about baking.

8. Rolling Pin

An absolute essential. Although people have had success with using everything from empty wine to a can of beans, we recommend getting a proper rolling pin, so you’ll always have evenly rolled out pie crust.

Wooden or silicone rolling pins work well.

9. Parchment Paper or Silicone Baking Mat

Makes for easier clean up of sheets and trays and nowadays, you can even reuse them.

Finishing touch:

10. Cooling rack

Avoid soggy baked goods by allowing airflow.

With these 10 essentials, you should be ready tackle any beginner baking recipes. We will encourage you to leave a comment if you have any other essential tools you like to mention.