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Homebaker essentials

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The basics

the basic utensils i recommend if you want to really want to commit to baking as a hobby

 
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I use these ALL THE TIME. I use it to get every last bit of cookie dough after whipping up a batch, or when i need to scrape the bowl down  when there's dried up sourdough remnants sticking to the sides.
Flexible bowl scrapers
 
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a must!
Bench scraper
 
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For portioning out cookie dough, cupcake batter, frosting, even meatballs! FYI- make sure your dough is not too cold when using your scooper or else it might break the scooper.
Saebye Cookie Scoop Set, 3 Sizes, Stainless Steel
 
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use for labeling containers of ingredients
MR PEN Colored Masking Tape 6Pack 0.6in x15Y
 
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a must!!
Digital food scale
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ChefAide 5-Piece Silicone Spatula Set, Heat Resistant
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nordic ware and fat daddios = best brands for baking pans
Nordic Ware Naturals Half Sheet Pan 2-Pack
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every baker needs a good 13x9" pan! Love using mine for bars, cookies, and focaccia
USA Pan 9x13 Rectangular Cake Pan Nonstick
 
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i use this exact apron in golden yellow! it's affordable, washable, and provides much better coverage than a conventional apron :) i love this apron!! i've given it as gifts to friends before too.
Washed Cotton Smock - World Market
 
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i use this on almost everything-- cookies, brownies, maple scones, toast, my matcha lattes…
Maldon Sea Salt
 
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I'll use this for topping pies, muffins, homemade poptarts-- basically i'll use it anytime I want a crunchy sugar top! It's an easy way to elevate your home baked goods.
Ralphs - Private Selection® Turbinado Cane Sugar, 2 lb
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these make home baked muffins feel like they were from a fancy shmancy bakery!
200pcs Tulip Cupcake Liners Premium Baking Cups

Cake making faves

 
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perfect for baby cakes
4" cake tins
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Ateco Natural Wood Large Sized Straight Spatula
 
Fat Daddio's 2 Piece Set, 8 x 2 Inch pans
 
Silicone Pastry Bags 3 Sizes Reusable 6 Pack
 
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i use these to store homemade simple syrups for my cakes and matcha lattes
OXO Good Grips Chef's Squeeze Bottle - Set

Bread making

 
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use to top homemade sweet breads for a sweet crunchy top
Lar's Own Swedish Pearl Sugar 10 oz. (Pack of 3)
 
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great for rolling out and shaping doughs, especially sourdough! also, it keeps your counter clean.
Non-slip Silicone XL Pastry Mat
 
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simple and affordable sourdough kit for beginners
Sourdough Starter Kit