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Baking Essentials
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items Every Sunday, our family gathers — all twenty-five of us — and my favorite part is bringing something homemade to the table. I love to bake, and those weekly dinners have become my happiest excuse to dive into flour, butter, and sugar. Whether it’s a...
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Baking Tools I use
These are my favorite baking tools. I’ve been baking for 50 years and have come to learn a few things along the way. With the right tools, your experiences will be so much more pleasurable, and the outcome more pleasing. Happy baking everyone!!
Every baker needs a stand mixer! This has been an essential tool in my kitchen for years. I can’t imagine baking without it!
Stand Mixers for Baking & More | KitchenAid US
I hate fumbling around in a container with a measuring cup, spilling ingredients because the cup doesn’t fit! I love the scoopable shape of these cups.
Measuring Cups Stainless Steel 7 Piece Stackable Set for Dry or Liquid ...
I love the narrow design. I hate it when you can’t fit the spoon into the spice jar! This set gives you a bonus of two sets in one, and when baking or cooking you always need two sets! It also comes with a leveler! How handy is that! In baking you re...
Top Selling Measuring Spoons
I’ve had this set for probably 25 years! It’s an absolute essential in my kitchen. These bowls are great for baking prep and serving. They stack beautifully, and are quite durable.
Glass Mixing Bowl 10-Piece Set
Silicone mats are reusable and eco-friendly. Instead of tossing parchment or foil after every bake, a good mat can last through hundreds (even thousands) of uses — a smart investment especially if you bake often (which I do!). 
• They double as a ...
Silicone 24x16" Silicone Pastry Mat
Offset Spatulas: The Quiet Heroes of the Baking World
There’s nothing flashy about an offset spatula — until you watch it work. This slim, angled little tool moves through frosting like it was born for it, smoothing swirls into glossy perfection and ...
OXO 2pc Icing Knife Set: Stainless Steel Offset & Frosting Spatulas, Ergonomic Non-Slip Handles, Dishwasher-Safe
Scrape every last bit of deliciousness out of your bowls and pans with these spatulas. These are essential for scraping Down the bowl as you are blending your ingredients. I have every size!
Rachael Ray Spoonula Set - Red (3 Piece): Silicone Kitchen Utensils, Dishwasher-Safe, Lifetime Warranty
Get everything out of that little jar, or out of your measuring cups. I love these little guys!
2pk Acacia Wood/Silicone Mini Spatula Set Cream - Figmint™: Flexible Kitchen Utensils, Hand Wash
These angled measuring cups were a game changer for liquid measurements! Just view from overhead for an accurate read ! No more crouching down.
OXO 4 Cup Angled Measuring Cup: Large Liquid Plastic, Dishwasher-Safe, Clear, Lifetime Warranty
You need multiple liquid measuring cups. Have at least the 1 and 4 cup available.
OXO 1Cup Angled Measuring Cup: Dishwasher-Safe Polypropylene, Clear & Red, Includes 1/8 to 1 Cup, Lifetime Warranty
I use these frequently in my baking and cooking. When a recipe says sift fry ingredients, sift dry ingredients! Don’t skip this process! It’s so easy, and it really does make a difference!😅
Cuisinart Set of 3 Mesh Strainers
Everyone needs a flour scoop to accurately measure flour, if you aren’t measuring by grams that is.
Flour Scoop - Medium
You can’t have too many measuring spoons, and who wants to use multiple spoons for yeast, which seems to always be the same amount anyway! I gave all the bakers in my family this spoon in their Christmas stockings years ago.
Yeast Measuring Spoon
Whether you’re turning out Sunday–dinner sweets for your big crew or just baking a quick tray of something comforting, this pan shows up, performs beautifully, and asks for nothing more than a simple wash before the next round. A true workhorse for b...
King Arthur Traditional Cookie Sheet
Having an extra, small liquid measuring cup for small quantities is sure nice while cooking, particularly when having a lot of ingredients involved. It saves a lot of time having to was and dry measuring cups while cooking!
Ackers 4oz Glass Measuring Shot Glass
These are wonderfully easy to use! No more guessing the size and only to have the edges curl up on you. Ugh!😩
King Arthur Pre Cut Parchment Paper 100ct
Don’t go out and get the cheapest whisk! You get what you pay for! When whisking with wet or greasy hands, this comfortable handle comes in handy. The stainless steel wires will hold up, won’t break down, and will be durable for the toughest jobs.
Doosu 18/8 Stainless Steel Balloon Whisk, 8 Wires, Black
This is a great set that I believe everyone needs on their kitchen. I have a full set and can’t live without them!
Viking 8-Piece Stainless Steel Utensil Set
I use this often for zesting citrus peel and nutmeg. Try freshly grated nutmeg next time in your cooking!
Microplane Classic Zester 18/8 Black
These are professional grade pans for even heat distribution. You definitely want to have 3 pans for those layer cakes!
LIANYU 8 Inch Stainless Steel Cake Pans Set
I have a few sets of their mini Bundt pans. I love them! I have the mini bugs, and they are always a huge hit. I make the bugs for the kids and a big cake for the adults. The mini cakes shown here I have made for hostess gifts, wrapped up nicely.
Nordic Ware Nonstick Cast Aluminum Autumn Treats Cakelet Pan
I’ve been using these pans for years. They bake evenly, and the cakes are beautiful!
Nordic Ware Nonstick Cast Aluminum Pirouette Bundt® Pan
I like having multiple cooking sheets with the cooling racks. The racks really come in handy for multiple purposes in your cooking.
Amazon Basics Ceramic Nonstick Baking Sheets & Cooling Rack Set, 2-Pack
Pans that are perfect for brownies!
2 Pack 11x9x2 Inch Nonstick Baking Sheets
The one I use doesn’t have the steel frame, which is a bit clumsy. I love the silicon though, with the non stick.
Boxiki 12 Cup Silicone Muffin Pan w/ Steel Frame
The prongs on this cake pan allow you to let the cake rest on the prongs instead of on a bottle!
Nordic Ware Classic Angel Food Cake Pan
This is a comprehensive set of decorating tips, with a great storage kit.
Ateco Stainless Steel Decorating Tips and Storage Case, Set of 55
I’ve use the Cuisinart mixer for 45 years! Obviously not this particular model, but one mixer for 45 years is a pretty good track record! It’s great for those quick jobs when you don’t need the big stand mixer. This one is quite a power horse though!
Cuisinart 7-Speed Power Advantage Hand Mixer with Storage Case - HM-7BCS: 200W, Brushed Chrome, Kitchen Hand Mixers
Sourdough Bread
It’s alive and kicking!
An essential tool for scraping up the flour and cutting the dough.
Bench Knife
To get “started”, buy the fresh starter and the crock together for some added savings. If you take care of your starter you can keep it for years! I kept my first starter for about 15 years! I was so sad when I had neglected it and it was no longer ...
Fresh Sourdough Starter and Glass Sourdough Crock Set
Oh! The beginning of your sourdough adventure starts right here! It’s alive!! You’ll have so much fun diving into the world of sourdough everything. King Arthur is your go to shop for learning, as well as shopping. Five on in!!
Classic Fresh Sourdough Starter
Bread Lame: The Baker’s Signature Touch
A bread lame may look simple, but it’s the tool that gives every loaf its personality. With a quick, confident slash, it opens the dough so it can rise tall in the oven, creating those beautiful artisan pattern...
Two-in-One Bread Lame
This is the Lame that I use. I don’t believe Kink Arthur had an alternative choice when I was given this one. I love mine!
Black Walnut Lame
This was a complete game changer in my bread baking. I wouldn’t need it so much if I lived in San Diego or Arizona, but I live in the upper north west. Rising bread can be a challenge. With this? I can have a beautifully raised loaf in a normal amoun...
Brod & Taylor Bread Proofer
This is a great way to know just how much your bread has actually risen. A lot of mistakes are made at this step; either over or under proofed. It’s hard to tell how much it’s really risen when it’s in a big bowl.
Standard Dough-Rising Bucket - Set of 2
These are great for whisking doughs batters and your starter!
Complete Dough Whisk Set
Everyone needs a flour scoop to accurately measure flour, unless you measure by grams, which is always preferable.
Flour Scoop - Medium
For that extra crispy loaf, with an artisan feel, this is the bread pan you want. Steam is captured, which is key to making a crispy crust.
Emile Henry Glazed Long Covered Baker
For that beautiful, classic round loaf of sourdough bread we all love.
Round Brotform and Liner
I do so much prefer the glass crock over their traditional pottery version. You can actually see how much your starter has risen.
King Arthur Glass Sourdough Crock 1.5 Qt
For the perfect loaf of bread! For better baking, circulation and a quick release. It’s not only for breads! Bake some meatloaf in it!
King Arthur Quick Bread Pan
Baking Ingredients
Baking ingredients are tiny bits of magic: scoops of flour that give structure, pinches of salt that sharpen flavor, rich butter that brings tenderness, and spices that warm the whole kitchen. Together, they turn quiet moments into delicious memories...
This is my standard, all around flour. I use it for most of my baking and for my sour dough starter.
King Arthur Flour Unbleached All-Purpose Flour - 5lbs
I have always used Red Star yeast. If you don’t bake often opt for the small packets. You can also purchase instant yeast, which will help things rise a little quicker. Some recipes will ask for quick rise. I usually try to have both on hand.
Red Star Active Dry Yeast 16 oz (1 pound) size
Individual sizes for more infrequent baking requirements. Red Star has always been my go to yeast!
Red Star Active Dry Yeast, 3 Count
For those recipes requiring rapid rising.
Red Star Quick Rise Yeast, 3/4-Ounce (Pack of 9)
I love using kosher salt. I started about 25 years ago. Diamond Crystal salt is a better version from the blue box. The crystals are hollow, allowing them to dissolve quickly, or crumble between your finger tips. It’s very versatile and can be used f...
Diamond Crystal Kosher Salt, 3 lb, Pure
This is a great touch added to your baking! Give it a try!
King Arthur Espresso Powder, 3 oz Jar, Kosher
This whole wheat white flour is a great alternative to the regular whole wheat flour that has a more harsh texture. This has the same wholesome goodness with a delicate flavor and texture!
King�Arthur, Flour Whole Wheat White, 80 Ounce
This is by far the absolute best cinnamon I have ever tasted! It’s so sweet! It really ups your baking game, particularly if you are using a recipe requiring a lot of cinnamon. This is a must in your cinnamon rack!👍👍👍
King Arthur Vietnamese Cinnamon, Kosher, 3oz