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Tools
Small Appliances
Large Appliances
Future things I want to get
Cookie Cutters
Other things that help when baking
Tools
These are just simply the tools that I have gotten over the years
My mom and I have been making pies with each other for years. And a few years ago I got my own rolling pin. One that was completely different from hers.
Rolling Pins in Baking & Pastry Tools - Walmart.com
I love the bright colors of these. It's so easy to see and remember which ones are which.
Tasty 10-Piece Measuring Cup and Spoon Set, Multi-Color - Walmart
Every baker needs a good set of rubber spatula's.
Bon Voyage 2-Piece Spatula and Spoonula Set - Farberware
Sometimes it is great to measure out the ingredients.
Food Scales - Walmart.com
These cookie sheets are honestly next level. I have other cookie sheets. But I prefer these ones
Wilton Baking & Cookie Sheets in Bakeware - Walmart.com
Every baker needs a great cooling rack and I have found, that no matter how many I have. I can always get more.
Cooling Racks in Baking & Pastry Tools - Walmart.com
When I first started baking I used one of these sets. And I think for the most part I still have them.
RFAQK Non-stick Carbon Steel Springform Cake Pan Set, Multipurpose (100 Count)
Between my mom and I think we have enough Pyrex to use one each day of the week.
Pyrex Basics Glass Bakeware Set Value Pack, Set of 2
I love me a good reusable piping bag.
Wilton Reusable Featherweight Decorating Piping Bag, Plastic, 8-in.
Donut Pans are a must for those cake donuts.
HONGBAKE Nonstick Donut Pans For Baking, 2-Pack 6 Cavity Upgraded Deepened Doughnut Tray, Heavy Duty Mini Bagel Mold for Oven - Bronze Gold - Walmart.com
Always have more than one of these, in different sizes if you can. They are so needed and just so important in every recipe.
Pyrex Measuring Cups
Having multiple offset spatulas is so important when making a cake. You don't want your colors to combine.
Offset Spatula Set with Dough Scraper and Cake Scraper Set, Stainless Steel Cake Icing Spatula for Baking, Professional Cake Decorating Spatula Icing Spreader with 6", 8", 10" Blade
Parchment paper is one of those things that you don't think about being a tool, but once you don't have it in your kitchen. You understand how important it is.
Great Value Non-Stick Parchment Paper, 50 Sq ft
I have a few that need to be replaced. But they are so good to have when you want to bake muffins.
Mainstays 12-Cup Nonstick Muffin Pan, Cupcake Pan, 2.9" Diameter Cup, Gray
I have this exact one and it is perfect for when you want to have a small dessert. But have it taste so yummy.
Anchor Hocking 8" x 8" Glass Cake Pan
There is nothing like a beautiful bundt cake.
Wilton Bake It Simply Non-Stick Bundt Cake Pan 9.51" Fluted Tube Baking Pan
I have honestly lost track of home many of these I have in my house. I am continently making both quick and yeast breads and I bread pans that I like more than others.
Wilton Bake It Better Non-Stick Baking Bread Loaf Pan 9x5 Meatloaf & Banana Bread
If you are interested in making pie crusts, I believe that this is a must to have in your kitchen.
Mainstays Stainless Steel Pastry Blender for Baking, Dough Mixer
You never think about how much math goes into baking until you want to make a pie. And fit the pie crust on to the pie pan without having to take out and reroll it.
Lilymeche Concept - Silicone Pastry Mat with Measurement(2pc), Non Slip Baking Mat, BPA - Free, Rolling Pastry, Pizza & Cookies, Kneading Board for Dough Rolling, Oven Liner Baking Sheet
My mom's rolling pin is exactly like this one. Mine is more like the other rolling pin, but both are good.
GoodCook PROfreshionals 10" Wood Barrel Dough Rolling Pin
finding a good whisk is very important. no two people are going to like the same whisk. so just test out multiple different ones before you commit.
Thyme & Table Standard Silicone Whisk
I know that you should use the reusable ones. But sometimes I just like using the disposable piping bags.
Disposable Piping Bags (12”, 100 Pack) for Decorating Cakes, Pastry Bags for Cupcakes & Cookies Frosting by EcoEarth - Walmart.com
This would be a good set for someone who is just starting out.
Mainstays 9-Piece Stackable Measuring Set Kitchen Tools for Cooking, 7.48" L, Blue
You can never have too many bowls in your kitchen.
GoodCook PRO 10 Piece Set of Bowls, Colander, and Measuring Cup Set
Containers like these are my go to because they are less likely to have their lids go missing.
Ello Color Lock Glass Containers and Plastic Lids, 10 Piece Food Storage Containers, Set of 5
This is so great to have when sifting flour, not to mention it is oddly fun.
Norpro 3-Cup Stainless Steel Rotary Hand Crank Flour Sifter With 2 Wire Agitator
I probably have about 4 pyrex pie plates and let's just say, they are not as new as this one is. They are great.
Pyrex 9 Glass Pie Plate
Don't really know if this would be considered a baking tool. But have these dishes is nice to have.
7oz Porcelain Ramekin White - Threshold™
This would be a nice pot for making some jam in or fruit butter.
Korkmaz Granita 3 Liter Aluminum Nonstick Casserole with Lid in Tan
I love the look of these. Always look at thrift stores for vintage Pyrex.
Pyrex® Sculpted Tinted 6pc Lidded Mixing Bowl Set: Glass Bowls with Lids, Dishwasher-Safe, Multicolored
This is a nice set of tools.
Beautiful 4-Piece Essentials Gadget Set, Lavender by Drew Barrymore - Walmart.com
Just .50 cents for a cup. Perfect size for that picnic basket.
Mainstays - Pink Round Plastic Swirl Pattern Tumbler, 26-Ounce
This is a nice pot
Mainstays 4-Quart Non-Stick Jumbo Cooker with Glass Lid, Black
You can never have too many cupcake holders.
Kraft Mini Bake Cups, 100 Count, by Way To Celebrate
I use these almost exclusively. Especially when I am make apple cider.
Cuisinart Non-Handled Mesh Strainers (Set of 3)
Small Appliances
These are the small appliances that I have in my kitchen.
I recently got one of these and I know that I am going to have for years and years to come. I am so excited to bake with this.
KitchenAid: Kitchen Appliances to Bring Culinary Inspiration to Life
Even with having a KitchenAid Aide, I still love my hand mixer. Because of that, I got more confident in the kitchen.
Mixers - Black & Decker
I cannot stress how much I love the Instant Pot. There are so many yummy recipes. Both savory and sweet.
Shop Instant Pot & Instant Appliances | Official Website
Who doesn't have an air fryer these days? I mean, I didn't until this piece of equipment.
Air Fryers - Instant Pot
You could say that I love my Instant Pot products
Instant Pot® Zest™ 8-cup Rice and Grain Cooker
I have 2 versions of Hamilton beaches food processors. And I love both of them so much.
Food Choppers | HamiltonBeach.com
I don't know what i would do with out my microwave
Hamilton Beach Microwaves in Microwaves(17)
I don't bake with this coffee machine. But helps me function in the kitchen so i don't hurt myself.
Coffee & Tea Makers - Beverage Makers
Didn't realize how much I needed an electric kettle until I had one. So many tea bags later and I am so glad that we got this.
Chefman Rapid Boil 1.2L Electric Tea Kettle with Removable Lid - Stainless Steel, New - Walmart.com
My first kitchen aid product wasn't even a mixer. it was a immersion blender. We still have it and it is great for soups.
2-Speed Hand Blender
Even if you have a toaster oven you still need at least a two slice regular toaster. Just for those days when you want sliced bread.
Black + Decker 2-Slice Stainless Steel ToasterTR0012SS
I love my griddle. We have hade it for a long time and we use it at least once a month if not more.
Mainstays Dishwasher-Safe 20" Black Griddle with Adjustable Temperature Control
Large Appliances
This stove is beautiful. I use it almost every day and I can't express the love I have for this machine.
**6.3 cu. ft. Smart Freestanding Electric Range with No-Preheat Air Fry & Convection in Stainless Steel**
Future things I want to get
I have a few silicone baking sheets already. But this looks like something that i would really use.
Silicone Baking Mats Set of 7, Non-Stick Silicone Mats for Baking, Reusable Baking Oven Liner Sheet with Small Silicone Brush Spatula Set for Cake/Macaron/Pastry/Cookie/Bread
Cupcake liners are not something I always have in my kitchen or something that I remember I need.
GUSTO Kraft Cupcake Liners for Baking Cup Cake Paper Cup Set, 500-Pack White
If I'm gonna dream, than let's dream big. Saw these fridges showing up in so many Korean Dramas. And now I want one eventually. Just have to find a house with a kitchen big enough for this fridge.
**Bespoke 4-Door French Door Refrigerator (29 cu. ft.) with Beverage Center™ in Morning Blue Glass Top Panels and White Glass Middle and Bottom Panels **
How cute can a microwave get. I guess this is it. I would love to design my kitchen with retro things like this.
Nostalgia Retro 0.7 Cu. ft. 700-Watt Countertop Microwave Oven, Aqua - Walmart.com
This toaster is just so retro and I love it.
Keenstone Toaster, Cute 2 Slice Stainless Steel Toaster with Cancel, Defrost Fuction for Bread, Bagel, Wide Slots Revolution Toasters, Kitchen Appliances, Apartment Essentials Must Haves - Pink - Walmart.com
This would perfect for those of us that make a lot of salads and want to bring them on picnics or something.
Better Homes & Gardens 4-Piece Bamboo Melamine Salad Serving Bowl and Utensil Set with Acacia Wood Lid, Grey - Walmart.com
Something like this would be perfect in my small kitchen. So cute too.
Homestyles Dolly Madison Engineered Wood Kitchen Cart in Sage Green/Brass
I love bright pieces like this
tag Lemoncello Melamine Bowl
One of those future thrift finds I hope to find.
Picnic Time Piccola Picnic Basket Red and White Gingham
I have a cake server like this one but it is not on a pedestal. I love it so much.
Round Glass & Wood Dessert Stand - Threshold™: Traditional Cupcake Display with Clear Glass Lid
This is just a really cute salad bowl. Perfect for those picinics.
4pc Summer Plaid Melamine Serving Bowl and Utensil Set - Hearth & Hand™ with Magnolia
This has been on my list to get for a while now.
Wilton 6" Daily Delights Tart Pan
This would be so good to have, for a small party.
MyMini New 1.5-Quart Deep Fryer, Blue
I love the idea of this it is so cute and I find that I would actually want to use it.
Beautiful 10” Enameled Cast Iron Heart Skillet, Pink Champagne by Drew Barrymore
I have always wanted one of these. And if it was in the red like this it would match my kitchenaide.
Lodge Cast Iron 5.5qt Red Enameled Dutch Oven - Walmart.com
Look at how beautiful that Island is and there is so much storage.
Large Kitchen Island with Wood Drop Leaf,
Cookie Cutters
I'll be honest with all of you. I don't always get my cookie cutters from walmart or amazon. For the most part I get them from thrift stores. Give them a good cleaning and they are good to go.
I have way too many cookie cutters. Am I going to stop buying them, no. I love them too much.
Metal Shaped Cookie Cutters Set, 14 Pieces, by Way To Celebrate
Besides Christmas cookie cutters, I think stars are the second most popular cookie cutter that I have.
Star Plastic Cookie Cutter Set, Assorted Colors, by Way to Celebrate, 5 Count
These are just really cute.
Assorted Shapes Plastic Cookie Cutter Set, 110 Pieces, by Way To Celebrate
These are probably one of the most important cookie cutters to make because you can use them with pizza dough and so many other things.
Firefly hope 3-piece stainless steel baking tool set, 11, 12, and 13 centimeters in diameter - very suitable for cakes and pastries of all sizes
More plan circle cookie cutters.
Masteelf 5Pcs Baking Tools for Baking and Pastry Making with Silver Handles 4.4cm Height 0.4mm Thick
Christmas cookie cutter are so cute. You can never have too many.
14pcs/set Stainless Steel Christmas Cookie Cutters Gingerbread House Man Christmas Tree Baking Cake Biscuit Fondant Mold
Other things that help when baking
When standing in the kitchen for hours, what you wear is very important.
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Grey | Shoes - ASICS
Another great pair of shoes for those long days in the kitchen.
Fuzz-Lined Crocs: Shoes, Clogs, Boots, & More
I have many different types of socks in my collection. But those long days standing in the kitchen, I have to wear my bomba socks.
Bombas. Socks, Underwear, T-Shirts, Slippers designed for comfort ...
When I have been working in the kitchen for hours. Vaseline is the only thing that helps. For those of us, who have a reaction to alcohol based lotions. Vaseline is the best solution
Vaseline Collection - Walmart
This cup is so good to have. I have two of them and I use them almost exclusively. They are perfect for those who don't want a straw and they aren't heavy.
BUILT Torrent 20 oz Double-Wall Insulated Stainless Steel Tumbler Water Bottle, Magenta - Walmart.com
I will be honest. I have yet to buy a single apron for myself because my sister makes them for me.
tag Pinstripe Pinafore Smock Cotton Apron 2 Pockets, One Size Fits Most, Machine Wash