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Baking ESSENTIALS!!
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Bao Dinh
Baking supplies that I can't live without ❤️🩹
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Cookie Rookie
Icing Intermediate
Pastry Chef
Cookie Rookie
The absolute bare minimum when it comes to baking
Absolute need not only for baking but also for cooking. You also wouldn't think you need a pastry brush until you have one
Silicone Spatulas (With Pastry Brush)
Need I say more?
Whisks
MY ABSOLUTE FAVORITE COOKIE SHEET. My cookies turn out perfect every time and it's so so so versatile.
Martha Stewart Nonstick Cookie Sheet
Every baker knows Wilson, very reliable brand. Buying 2 (or 3) is essential for baking layer cakes
Wilton Cake Pan Set | 4, 6, and 8 in.
Now, plastic is a cheaper option, but I'm too afraid of microplastics
Stainless Steel Measuring Cups and Spoons
For the dough babies
Rolling Pin
Parchment paper is so much more important than you think, and the sheets are super convenient
Parchment Paper Sheets
SO handy! I promise it's a game changer
Stainless Steel Mixing Bowls (With Lids)
Icing Intermediate
You've graduated from casual baker to hobby baker, and it's time to upgrate your arsenal 👏
Precise measurements lead to consistent baked goods
Digital Food Scale
No more creaming butter or whipping cream by hand! We love a good arm workout but a little help is needed 🙂↕️
Electric Hand Mixer
It's time we elevate our cake decorating game
Offset Spatulas
Did someone say vintage cakes?
Piping Bags, Tips, and Extras
Bench scrapers are so versatile, but squared edges are important for frosting smoothing
Bench Scraper with SQUARED edges
A little unnecessary, but a lot necessary if you love bread
Dough Whisk
A bit pricey but SOOOO much better than plastic. Trust me.
Metal Revolving Cake Stand
Lump-free batters and perfect for dusting powdered sugar
Fine Mesh Strainers
Who doesn't love a classic bundt cake?
Bundt Cake Pan
I can never get a perfect top with only a knife
Cake Leveler
We need a little color in our bakes!
Gel Food Coloring
Pastry Chef
Wow. Things are getting serious
Super precise measurements. Perfect for yeast, salt, baking powder, etc.
Coffee Scale
My stand mixer is my ride or die
KitchenAid Stand Mixer
An investment, for sure, but imagine how perfect your next loaf will be
Dutch Oven
Macarons.
Silicone Macaron Mat
You will use this more than you think
Kitchen Torch
Your oven is as important as your ingredients and technique!
Oven Thermometer
Very important for getting your sugar to the right temp. Nobody wants burnt caramel
Digital Candy Thermometer With Clip