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Baking/ Sourdough Essentials
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items As someone who loves baking and has a sourdough started that I consider my child, these are some of my must haves! Ranging from muffin tins, to my favorite KitchenAid alternative!
Accuracy matters! Weighing in grams ensures consistent hydration and rise.
Especially useful for tracking starter feedings and dough ratios.
Digital Kitchen Scale
You’ll need a big bowl for mixing and bulk fermenting your dough.
Glass or stainless steel is ideal so you can observe the rise.
Pyrex Glass Mixing Bowls
Helps you shape and move sticky dough with ease.
Also great for keeping your workspace clean.
Stainless Steel Scraper/Chopper
Holds the dough’s shape while it does its final rise.
The lined or floured basket gives that signature spiral crust pattern.
9" Round Banneton Bread Proofing Set
Creates steam during baking, giving you a crisp crust and beautiful oven spring.
Preheating this is a game-changer.
5.5QT Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
Used to score the dough just before baking—this controls how your loaf expands.
You can also use a very sharp knife in a pinch
Bread Blade
This kit has everything that you might need to start your sourdough journey!
9 Inch Round Banneton Bread Basket
My go to Dutch oven when making our sandwich bread every week for the house!
5QT Enameled Cast Iron Bread Oven
A powerhouse for mixing dough, whipping cream, and more. Saves time and effort—especially for large batches or heavy doughs
KitchenAid 5 Qt Tilt Head Mixer
While I do love my KitchenAid, they are quite the financial investment! This is a cheaper alternative that is just as good!
6.5QT 660W Stand Mixer, 6-Speed Blue
Essential for combining wet/dry ingredients, proofing dough, or holding prepped components. Stainless steel or glass is best.
FineDine Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls Set
While a scale is ideal, dry and liquid measuring cups are still must-haves for many recipes.
TILUCK Stainless Steel Measuring Cups & Spoons Set (10)
Heat-resistant and flexible—perfect for scraping bowls clean, folding ingredients, or smoothing batter.
Umite Chef 33pcs Silicone Utensils Set
Flat, durable, and versatile for cookies, roasted goods, or even free-form bread.
NutriChef 3-Piece Nonstick Oven Baking Pans
All the essentials for baking!
Muffin tin- Perfect for muffins, cupcakes, egg bites, or even mini cheesecakes. Get a nonstick or silicone version for easy release.
Loaf pan-Great for banana bread, quick breads, and pound cakes
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Amazon Basics 6-Piece Nonstick Carbon Steel Bakeware Set
Most ovens run hot or cold—this helps you bake at the correct temperature, which is crucial for even results.
Taylor 5932 Large Dial Oven Thermometer
Best for: Mixing bread, muffin, and cookie doughs without overworking them
• Why: Its spiral design blends thick batters with minimal mess and effort—great alternative to wooden spoons.
TEEVAA Danish Stainless Steel Dough Whisk
Best for: Proofing dough or covering resting batters
• Why: More sustainable than plastic wrap, reusable, and stretches to fit different bowls
Silicone Bowl Lids Set of 5, White, Reusable
Best for: Muffins, mini cheesecakes, fat bombs, or frozen treats
• Why: Reusable, nonstick, and flexible. They pop your bakes right out with no paper waste.
Amazon Basics Silicone Baking Cups, BPA Free, 12 Pack
Best for: Frosting cakes smoothly and cleanly
• Why: Rotates as you work, giving you a pro-style finish. Combine with icing smoothers and piping bags for best results.
Kootek Aluminium 12" Cake Turntable Set