--- {"type":"list","title":"The Best Baking Tools and Equipment for Beginners","listId":71531,"canonicalUrl":"https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners","visibleItemTotal":75,"creator":{"id":"brittneekay","name":"Brittnee Kay","url":"https://listium.com/@brittneekay"},"stats":{"views":2274,"likes":3,"followers":0},"category":"business & industrial / food industry","publishedAt":"2022-07-08T00:10:30.377Z","updatedAt":"2022-07-08T00:10:30.377Z","fields":[{"id":0,"name":"Item","type":"PrimaryText"},{"id":12,"name":"Image","type":"Image"},{"id":1,"name":"Brand","type":"Text","format":"short"},{"id":2,"name":"Function","type":"Text","format":"long"},{"id":11,"name":"Necessity","type":"Selection","multi":false},{"id":8,"name":"Video link","type":"URL"},{"id":9,"name":"Quality","type":"Symbols","format":"star_rating"},{"id":5,"name":"Comments","type":"Text","format":"long"},{"id":6,"name":"Price","type":"Number","format":"currency"},{"id":7,"name":"Link to buy","type":"URL"}]} --- # The Best Baking Tools and Equipment for Beginners By [Brittnee Kay (@brittneekay)](https://listium.com/@brittneekay) 2274 views Β· 3 likes Β· 0 followers Published 8 July 2022 Β· Updated 8 July 2022 Category: business & industrial / food industry Hi everyone! My name is Brittnee πŸ‘©πŸΌβ€πŸ³ I'm a pastry chef and creating edible art is my passion. I share videos on how YOU can make impressive plated desserts, decorate cakes, and make chocolates! I want to teach you techniques that you can pair with your own creativity and style in order to create something amazing (and delicious)!! πŸ™ƒ In this list, I share with you all of my absolute favorite tools. They are great for beginners, especially those ready to step up their decorating and presentation game! If you want to learn more from meΒ \[subscribe to my channel\](https://www.youtube.com/brittneekay)Β and keep up with me on instagram \[here\](https://www.instagram.com/brittneekaybakes/)! ## Items ### 1. [Classic Series 4.5-Quart Tilt-Head Stand Mixer](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/0/classic-series-45-quart-tilt-head-stand-mixer) Item ID: `0` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/roaiwadpsnhmqb4ppcfx.jpg) - Brand: KitchenAid - Function: > Mixing! It comes with 3 attachments: > > The paddle for cookie doughs and brownie or cake batters. > > The whisk for whipped cream or mousses. > > The dough hook for breads. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=39&end=90](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=39&end=90) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: I've purchased bigger mixers before, but then returned them. This classic mixer is a great size for any average baker and after at least 20 years still works great! - Price: $329.00 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004SGFW?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00004SGFW&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004SGFW?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00004SGFW&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 2. [Stackable Mixing Bowl Set with Pour Spouts and Handle](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/1/stackable-mixing-bowl-set-with-pour-spouts-and-handle) Item ID: `1` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/q0yvs8a8jdxqalzi1g2g.jpg) - Brand: Rachael Ray - Function: Just a great bowl set to have that comes in two useful sizes and they both have a handle. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=91&end=122](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=91&end=122) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: They have handles, which is nice, and a little spout, which makes pouring easier. And they're nice and big! - Price: $24.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MK3WT7W?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07MK3WT7W&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MK3WT7W?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07MK3WT7W&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 3. [Polypropylene Mixing Bowl](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/2/polypropylene-mixing-bowl) Item ID: `2` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/dyuh7v7vhe2ylzwkwowm.png) - Brand: Amaury Guichon - Function: Great to temper chocolate or melt things in the microwave. - Necessity: For the chocolatier - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=123&end=149](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=123&end=149) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: This is great for melting chocolate in the microwave because it is temperature safe and won't burn your chocolate. - Price: $13.50 - Link to buy: [https://www.amauryguichon.com/product/polypropylene-mixing-bowl/?attribute\_pa\_diameter=9-1-2](https://www.amauryguichon.com/product/polypropylene-mixing-bowl/?attribute_pa_diameter=9-1-2) ### 4. [Basic Nonstick Pots and Pans Set](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/3/basic-nonstick-pots-and-pans-set) Item ID: `3` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/qopx3m4kxsto15pxthbe.jpg) - Brand: Rachael Ray - Function: Just a basic and affordable pots and pans set. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=150&end=167](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=150&end=167) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: This isn't the most fancy pan set, but you don't always need the best equipment to do a good job. It has all the sizes I need and is affordable...plus they're teal! - Price: $139.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RWP42YK?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07RWP42YK&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07RWP42YK?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07RWP42YK&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 5. [10-Piece Glass Stackable Bowl Set](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/4/10-piece-glass-stackable-bowl-set) Item ID: `4` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ix8mb6t1bh0uan1lgbus.jpg) - Brand: Luminarc - Function: This 10-piece set is great for measuring out your ingredients in advance. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=168&end=180](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=168&end=180) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: I like to measure out all my ingredients in advance (mis en place as the French say) which always makes me feel like I'm on a cooking show! - Price: $34.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005EEYGCA?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B005EEYGCA&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005EEYGCA?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B005EEYGCA&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 6. [Natural Aluminum Baker's Half Sheet Tray](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/5/natural-aluminum-bakers-half-sheet-tray) Item ID: `5` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/y435zkkuxwlzkzcgvdyg.jpg) - Brand: Nordic Ware - Function: To bake things on, of course. But also used to transport things around the kitchen or to the fridge or freezer. I can't cover all the uses for these, I use them no matter what kitchen project I'm working on! - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=181&end=200](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=181&end=200) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: Can't have enough sheet trays, they're the best! - Price: $24.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0049C2S32?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0049C2S32&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0049C2S32?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0049C2S32&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 7. [Half Sheet Cover](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/6/half-sheet-cover) Item ID: `6` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ft6lqbqzkakvs5ami9fs.jpg) - Brand: Nordic Ware - Function: To transport things on the half sheets away from your house or to cover and protect items in your own kitchen. They're also nice if you are short on counter space to so you can cover your trays and stack them on top of each other. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=201&end=214](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=201&end=214) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: I just love these! - Price: $16.98 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DNKF9CC?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07DNKF9CC&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DNKF9CC?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07DNKF9CC&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 8. [Heavy Duty Flat Parchment Paper Sheets](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/7/heavy-duty-flat-parchment-paper-sheets) Item ID: `7` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/zp4cfwgo6i0bpolhsvxf.jpg) - Brand: Katbite - Function: To pipe chocolate on, line cake pans, and they protect your counter from food coloring. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=215&end=264](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=215&end=264) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: I use parchment paper for EVERYTHING. Piping, baking, protecting the tabletop. This is just something I must always have on hand! - Price: $23.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08M44G72B?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B08M44G72B&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08M44G72B?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B08M44G72B&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 9. [Silicone Baking Mat Set](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/8/silicone-baking-mat-set) Item ID: `8` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/bj82bximfx5pmbfaa6on.jpg) - Brand: Kitzini - Function: To line your sheet trays with, bake cookies on them, or to work with hot things such as isomalt and sugar. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=265&end=288](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=265&end=288) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: They're heat resistant and isomalt and sugar peel right off of them. They're a great alternative to using parchment paper for baking. Just a good item to have around! - Price: $24.95 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K6R8VNM?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07K6R8VNM&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07K6R8VNM?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07K6R8VNM&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 10. [Anodized Aluminum Round Cake Pan](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/9/anodized-aluminum-round-cake-pan) Item ID: `9` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/vjvqsjaqtniswxvzvee5.jpg) - Brand: Fat Daddio's - Function: To bake cakes. - Necessity: For the cake decorator - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=289&end=316](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=289&end=316) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: An 8" round cake is a great place for beginner cake decorators to start! - Price: $12.49 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0013374AM?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0013374AM&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0013374AM?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0013374AM&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 11. [Anodized Aluminum 3-Tiered Round Cake Pan Set](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/10/anodized-aluminum-3-tiered-round-cake-pan-set) Item ID: `10` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/xle1arcapqz0z4kgb2fu.jpg) - Brand: Fat Daddio's - Function: To bake cakes. - Necessity: For the cake decorator - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=289&end=316](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=289&end=316) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: A great set to purchase once you're ready to learn how to stack cakes. The set comes with the basic 6", 8", and 10". I also recommend getting a 12" once you get comfortable. - Price: $43.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MHLCMLU?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00MHLCMLU&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MHLCMLU?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00MHLCMLU&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 12. [Non-Stick Springform / Cheesecake Pan](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/11/non-stick-springform--cheesecake-pan) Item ID: `11` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/lknetlbx54sqnogkh5nu.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: To bake cheesecakes in. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=317&end=330](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=317&end=330) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: These pans make baking cheesecakes so easy! And you should have one…because you definitely want to bake a cheesecake! πŸ˜‹ - Price: $18.79 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000DIX6V?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0000DIX6V&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000DIX6V?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0000DIX6V&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 13. [Rotating Cake Turntable](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/12/rotating-cake-turntable) Item ID: `12` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/r7f2ewmpzl8yhwcwbugv.jpg) - Brand: Kootek - Function: For cake decorating. - Necessity: For the cake decorator - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=331&end=352](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=331&end=352) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: There's a lot of options, but I prefer the heavy metal ones. This just makes frosting and decorating cakes so much easier. - Price: $45.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Z7XMQP4?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07Z7XMQP4&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07Z7XMQP4?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07Z7XMQP4&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 14. [Porcelain Round White Cake Stand](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/13/porcelain-round-white-cake-stand) Item ID: `13` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ivtpzbnlkrucsggd4wvd.jpg) - Brand: BIA Cordon Bleu - Function: For cake presentation. - Necessity: For the cake decorator - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=353&end=370](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=353&end=370) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: This is just a basic, clean, white, 12" cake stand. It's a good one to start with because you should be able to use it for any cake you decorate! - Price: $40.70 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XRNZ4A?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B003XRNZ4A&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003XRNZ4A?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B003XRNZ4A&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 15. [Chef's Knife](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/14/chefs-knife) Item ID: `14` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/srvvnctga236qrkdcdoj.jpg) - Brand: Mercer Culinary - Function: For cutting things. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=371&end=393](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=371&end=393) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: Just a great chef knife that I've had for 10 years now. Chef knives are 1 of 3 knives you really need in your kitchen! Be sure to get it sharpened occasionally. - Price: $41.49 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001B1AG7Y?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B001B1AG7Y&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001B1AG7Y?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B001B1AG7Y&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 16. [Paring Knife](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/15/paring-knife) Item ID: `15` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/delweyjp45zzqolzdcfq.jpg) - Brand: Mercer Culinary - Function: For cutting smaller things. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=394&end=400](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=394&end=400) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: Just a great paring knife that I've had for 10 years now. Paring knives are 1 of 3 knives you really need in your kitchen! Be sure to get it sharpened occasionally. - Price: $25.00 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000IBVD0W?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B000IBVD0W&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000IBVD0W?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B000IBVD0W&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 17. [Bread Knife](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/16/bread-knife) Item ID: `16` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/pzylolduy9pwink9yx0g.jpg) - Brand: Mercer Culinary - Function: For trimming and leveling cakes or cutting bread. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=401&end=423](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=401&end=423) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: Just a great serrated knife that I use for leveling cakes. I like this one because it is thin and long which makes cutting into the cake easier. Chef knives are 1 of 3 knives you really need in your kitchen! - Price: $24.40 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000PS1HS6?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B000PS1HS6&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000PS1HS6?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B000PS1HS6&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 18. [Microplane Zester Grater](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/17/microplane-zester-grater) Item ID: `17` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/kd9h2sa2knf78xvejm3a.jpg) - Brand: Microplane - Function: To zest citrus. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=424&end=456](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=424&end=456) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: I just love this tool! Use it to zest citrus fruits or another great use is to file down gingerbread or graham crackers to be smooth and flat when building gingerbread houses at Christmas! - Price: $15.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00151WA06?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00151WA06&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00151WA06?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00151WA06&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 19. [Food Kitchen Scale](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/18/food-kitchen-scale) Item ID: `18` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/xgx3ipo3kjitsl352psg.jpg) - Brand: Etekcity - Function: For measuring ingredients. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=457&end=481](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=457&end=481) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: Helpful when the recipe ingredients are in weight. Weighing ingredients rather than measuring in measuring cups is also more accurate for baking. - Price: $13.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0113UZJE2?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0113UZJE2&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0113UZJE2?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0113UZJE2&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 20. [Measuring Cups & Spoons Set](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/19/measuring-cups--spoons-set) Item ID: `19` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/z2mapeuqgh3u3umxe9xo.png) - Brand: Kitchen Yen - Function: For measuring ingredients. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=482&end=594](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=482&end=594) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: This is my own brand. I do love this set and I use it all the time. There are 7 cups and 6 spoons with different sizes. The spoons are rectangular, which is great because they fit into spice containers! - Price: $20.00 - Link to buy: [https://poshmark.com/listing/Measuring-Cups-Spoons-Set-Stainless-Steel-61e864677f80d2095e80e9f5](https://poshmark.com/listing/Measuring-Cups-Spoons-Set-Stainless-Steel-61e864677f80d2095e80e9f5) ### 21. [Glass Measuring Cup Set](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/20/glass-measuring-cup-set) Item ID: `20` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/mb8lu9nbwq8mianawpff.jpg) - Brand: Pyrex - Function: Great for measuring liquids and larger amounts of ingredients. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=595&end=611](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=595&end=611) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: Just another great thing to have around. You'll find yourself using them all the time! - Price: $22.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M2J7PCI?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00M2J7PCI&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00M2J7PCI?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00M2J7PCI&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 22. [3 Piece Squeeze & Pour Silicone Measuring Cup Set](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/21/3-piece-squeeze--pour-silicone-measuring-cup-set) Item ID: `21` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/fzomunzovp3a1fkquovh.jpg) - Brand: OXO - Function: For melting chocolate or candy melts. - Necessity: For the chocolatier - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=612&end=648](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=612&end=648) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: Glass retains heat so it can easily burn your chocolate. Silicone is great for melting chocolate and will protect it from getting too hot too fast. These specific cups are fun because they come in 3 sizes and are flexible so you can easily pour from them. That also makes them great for melting and pouring hot isomalt. - Price: $22.95 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B7HSHMM?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B01B7HSHMM&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01B7HSHMM?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B01B7HSHMM&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 23. [Set of 3 Fine Set of Mesh Strainers](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/22/set-of-3-fine-set-of-mesh-strainers) Item ID: `22` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/omogwyqenm5ftbnam3ky.jpg) - Brand: Cuisinart - Function: To sift powder sugar and flour or to run sauce through to make sure that they're smooth. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=649&end=672](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=649&end=672) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: Another great thing to have around! I love this set because it comes with 3 different sizes and they each have many uses. - Price: $22.00 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007TUQF9O?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B007TUQF9O&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007TUQF9O?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B007TUQF9O&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 24. [Manual Nut Chopper](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/23/manual-nut-chopper) Item ID: `23` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ty85e23pzjkdgcgtdbgf.jpg) - Brand: HIC Kitchen - Function: To chop nuts. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=673&end=722](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=673&end=722) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: Chopping nuts is really frustating. Getting them all into uniform small pieces is a hassle and this item makes the process so much easier. WARNING: Don't try putting chocolate in here, I did that once and I bent the blades inside. πŸ˜† - Price: $19.76 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001RZJVPM?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B001RZJVPM&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001RZJVPM?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B001RZJVPM&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 25. [Nitrile Disposable Gloves Pack of 100](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/24/nitrile-disposable-gloves-pack-of-100) Item ID: `24` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/aqsnyfzh1zilpm90pnl1.jpg) - Brand: Kexle - Function: Dessert sanitation. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=723&end=757](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=723&end=757) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: I highly recommend having some food safe gloves! I always use them for ready to serve desserts to keep things sanitary. They also protect your hands from food colors and your chocolate from fingerprints! - Price: $17.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09233Y2QV?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B09233Y2QV&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09233Y2QV?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B09233Y2QV&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 26. [Variable Speed Hand / Stick / Immersion Blender](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/25/variable-speed-hand--stick--immersion-blender) Item ID: `25` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/fndu7cnktv7vgmdfdhnn.jpg) - Brand: Cuisinart - Function: For smoothing sauces and glazes. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=758&end=783](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=758&end=783) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: This will help you get your sauces and glazes extra smooth. I've also used this when tempering chocolate using the microwave method. It chops the pieces smaller and stirs all at the same time, which makes things go quicker! - Price: $69.95 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079NJTL29?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B079NJTL29&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B079NJTL29?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B079NJTL29&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 27. [Wooden Dowel Rolling Pin](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/26/wooden-dowel-rolling-pin) Item ID: `26` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/iiwefeqxrvfdjwnihr1f.jpg) - Brand: Etens - Function: To roll dough. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=806&end=812](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=806&end=812) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: I like a long basic rolling pin way better than the kind with handles. I find you can feel a lot better whether or not you're keeping your dough even and how thin it's getting. - Price: $19.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FSNLW8G?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B08FSNLW8G&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08FSNLW8G?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B08FSNLW8G&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 28. [Stainless Steel Scraper](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/27/stainless-steel-scraper) Item ID: `27` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/rikoiyjbgfktc80j1sir.jpg) - Brand: Amazon Basics - Function: For scraping chocolate molds clean. - Necessity: For the chocolatier - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=813&end=827](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=813&end=827) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: Just an essential tool if you are getting into chocolate making. You'll use this to scrape your mold clean...as well as scrape your kitchen counter clean once your chocolate spills and hardens. πŸ˜„ - Price: $15.48 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08D9QVSQS?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B08D9QVSQS&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08D9QVSQS?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B08D9QVSQS&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6&th=1) ### 29. [Plastic Bowl Scraper Set of 2](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/28/plastic-bowl-scraper-set-of-2) Item ID: `28` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/eufwbq1hbx8ibbr0k2di.jpg) - Brand: Ateco - Function: For portioning, scraping, and scooping. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=828&end=853](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=828&end=853) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: These are great for scraping large bowls clean or scooping batter into pans to bake. - Price: $5.30 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NH46Y8I?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00NH46Y8I&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00NH46Y8I?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00NH46Y8I&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 30. [Stainless Steel Scraper & Chopper](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/29/stainless-steel-scraper--chopper) Item ID: `29` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/i8l3tfotqz0311ckttgy.jpg) - Brand: OXO - Function: For portioning things. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=828&end=853](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=828&end=853) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: You can use these to portion out bread dough. You can even use it for cutting finished goodies, like brownies. I sometimes use mine to frost cakes smooth and definitely to scrape off set up chocolate from my counter. - Price: $11.95 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004OCNJ?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00004OCNJ&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004OCNJ?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00004OCNJ&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 31. [High-heat Spatula](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/30/high-heat-spatula) Item ID: `30` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ikbk4gw6ysesuznmaver.png) - Brand: Amaury Guichon - Function: A high-heat spatula for cooking hot sauces. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=854&end=866](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=854&end=866) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: This is a high heat spatula which means it can withstand heat when you need to use a spatula on the stovetop, as opposed to just wiping bowls clean. - Price: $32.00 - Link to buy: [https://www.amauryguichon.com/product/rubber-spatula/](https://www.amauryguichon.com/product/rubber-spatula/) ### 32. [Mini Silicone Spatulas - Set of 2](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/31/mini-silicone-spatulas-set-of-2) Item ID: `31` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/sjx291xlgebf5wqelxvm.jpg) - Brand: Progressive International - Function: Mini spatula for mini scraping. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=867&end=881](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=867&end=881) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: These are just so dang cute! They're also really useful. I love using them to wipe things out of measuring cups or to get the last bit out of a jar. - Price: $7.62 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MHHY8EI?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00MHHY8EI&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00MHHY8EI?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00MHHY8EI&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 33. [Balloon Whisk](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/32/balloon-whisk) Item ID: `32` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/enltefzl6evgkfwb66fo.jpg) - Brand: OXO - Function: To mix and whip things. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=882&end=891](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=882&end=891) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: I like this whisk because it has a nice comfortable handle that's easy to hold. - Price: $11.95 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004OCNS?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00004OCNS&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00004OCNS?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00004OCNS&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 34. [Large Offset Spatula](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/33/large-offset-spatula) Item ID: `33` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ktgtojko2tabwiyvyj23.jpg) - Brand: Ateco - Function: Frosting cakes, spreading chocolate, or picking things up and moving things around. - Necessity: For the cake decorator - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=892&end=913](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=892&end=913) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: The large spatula is great for picking up and moving cakes, frosting the tops of cakes, or spreading batter into sheet trays. - Price: $7.95 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000VLEU4?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0000VLEU4&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000VLEU4?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0000VLEU4&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 35. [3pcs Small Metal Spatula](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/34/3pcs-small-metal-spatula) Item ID: `34` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/jyanchk0kubj7vrsrbvy.jpg) - Brand: INEEDSTH - Function: Frosting cakes, spreading chocolate, or picking things up and moving things around. - Necessity: For the cake decorator - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=914&end=927](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=914&end=927) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: The straight one is great to stir with. Having a lot of these on hand is really helpful when melting lots of different colors of chocolate! - Price: $9.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SKFGJTW?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B08SKFGJTW&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08SKFGJTW?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B08SKFGJTW&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 36. [Large Offset Spatula](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/35/large-offset-spatula) Item ID: `35` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/rhtehb7oqaahbjzz5tbj.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: Frosting cakes, spreading chocolate, or picking things up and moving things around. - Necessity: For the cake decorator - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=928&end=945](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=928&end=945) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: The large spatula is great for picking up and moving cakes, frosting the tops of cakes, or spreading batter into sheet trays. - Price: $7.29 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F0A6FYU?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00F0A6FYU&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00F0A6FYU?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00F0A6FYU&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 37. [Adjustable Bamboo Drawer Dividers / Separators](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/36/adjustable-bamboo-drawer-dividers--separators) Item ID: `36` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/v4qyhdkiap5qnfrq8izi.jpg) - Brand: BAMEOS - Function: Drawer dividers to organize your drawers. - Necessity: Not necessary - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=946&end=957](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=946&end=957) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: Just one of my favorite things to use to keep my drawers organized! - Price: $22.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BFHBR6M?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B08BFHBR6M&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BFHBR6M?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B08BFHBR6M&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 38. [Mini Angled Measuring Cup](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/37/mini-angled-measuring-cup) Item ID: `37` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/tfskg4vhj3frxmgo9i7j.jpg) - Brand: OXO - Function: For measuring ingredients. - Necessity: Not necessary - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=965&end=976](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=965&end=976) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: A little measuring cup that is a fourth cup in size. It also has different tablespoons which comes in handy, more than you'd think! - Price: $19.61 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000EHIA6A?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B000EHIA6A&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000EHIA6A?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B000EHIA6A&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 39. [Fondant Smoother](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/38/fondant-smoother) Item ID: `38` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/qgypyn65bfudhc6a6gyp.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: For smoothing rolled fondant. - Necessity: For the cake decorator - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=977&end=982](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=977&end=982) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: Just an important tool to have if you're into covering cakes with fondant. - Price: $9.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/Wilton-Easy-Glide-Fondant-Smoother/dp/B0000VMBQU](https://www.amazon.com/Wilton-Easy-Glide-Fondant-Smoother/dp/B0000VMBQU) ### 40. [Pastry Brush](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/39/pastry-brush) Item ID: `39` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/zudj85xds3yfde7d5orr.jpg) - Brand: Ateco - Function: For adding butter or egg wash to baked goods or spreading sauces for dessert plating. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=994&end=1019](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=994&end=1019) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: A simple but useful tool everyone should have! - Price: $10.98 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BUWXCW?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B000BUWXCW&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000BUWXCW?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B000BUWXCW&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 41. [Paint Brush Set](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/40/paint-brush-set) Item ID: `40` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/i8637avg6nc8wyxiv0i4.jpg) - Brand: Jerry Q Art - Function: For applying edible paint to decorative elements on cakes or desserts. - Necessity: For the cake decorator - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1020&end=1048](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1020&end=1048) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: I like a paint brush set that has all different sizes. - Price: $8.50 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0157IA2P2?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0157IA2P2&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0157IA2P2?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0157IA2P2&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13) ### 42. [Coupler Set](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/41/coupler-set) Item ID: `41` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/dtexglzqlqfk8t13craj.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: To connect piping bags to the decorating tips. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1049&end=1076](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1049&end=1076) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: You just need some πŸ˜‰ - Price: $2.29 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007RHDGK0?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B007RHDGK0&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007RHDGK0?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B007RHDGK0&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13&th=1) ### 43. [10 Piece Round Piping Tip Set](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/42/10-piece-round-piping-tip-set) Item ID: `42` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/r57hpf6unxd5ybafclom.jpg) - Brand: Ateco - Function: For piping and decorating. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1049&end=1076](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1049&end=1076) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: The little ones I use for piping and decorating with royal icing and the big ones are good for making certain types of pastries. - Price: $20.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000DE16F?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0000DE16F&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000DE16F?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0000DE16F&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13) ### 44. [Decorating Tip - Open Star (Small)](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/43/decorating-tip-open-star-small) Item ID: `43` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/b8lq1dhayzwv64xrplqd.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: For piping frosting. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1077&end=1085](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1077&end=1085) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: - - Price: $4.50 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0047C1B0A?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0047C1B0A&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0047C1B0A?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0047C1B0A&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13) ### 45. [Decorating Tip - Open Star (Big)](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/44/decorating-tip-open-star-big) Item ID: `44` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/umixht2ebl3avzn3elff.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: For piping frosting or pastries. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1077&end=1085](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1077&end=1085) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: - - Price: $11.41 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B095NCLF81?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B095NCLF81&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B095NCLF81?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B095NCLF81&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13) ### 46. [Mini Gum Paste Rolling Pin](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/45/mini-gum-paste-rolling-pin) Item ID: `45` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/axrjaeetipbo6ajp3w0l.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: Small rolling pin to assist in small decorative elements made from gum paste or chocolate modeling clay. - Necessity: For the cake decorator - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1086&end=1105](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1086&end=1105) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: I love this when I work with modeling chocolate. It also comes with rings in different thicknesses so you can be sure to roll things out evenly. - Price: $6.96 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007ZM57Y?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0007ZM57Y&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007ZM57Y?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0007ZM57Y&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13) ### 47. [Gum Paste Modeling Tools](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/46/gum-paste-modeling-tools) Item ID: `46` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/jkg2ikyrxbs7t72dbhk4.jpg) - Brand: Amytalk - Function: For sculpting gum paste and modeling chocolate. - Necessity: For the cake decorator - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1106&end=1143](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1106&end=1143) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: These tools are really great! Very helpful if you are into sculpting things. - Price: $8.16 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T33CWDF?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07T33CWDF&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07T33CWDF?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07T33CWDF&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13&th=1) ### 48. [Disposable Piping & Pastry Bags](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/47/disposable-piping--pastry-bags) Item ID: `47` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/adjugsemzduyu5r59ma3.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: For piping frosting, batters, and doughs. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1144&end=1161](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1144&end=1161) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: They're great! I've found that the reusable ones, no matter how good you wash them, start to smell a little rancid. I don't think that they're very sanitary so I've switched to these disposable ones. - Price: $14.59 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000VMEQ2?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0000VMEQ2&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0000VMEQ2?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0000VMEQ2&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13&th=1) ### 49. [12 Pieces Round Cookie Cutter Set](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/48/12-pieces-round-cookie-cutter-set) Item ID: `48` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/czc7ayzaylwk7wubhcnq.jpg) - Brand: Bukuwa - Function: These are just a necessity. I use them to cut cookies, of course, but also for cutting chocolate, baked goods, to assist in plating, etc. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1165&end=1183](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1165&end=1183) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: These are a must have! - Price: $13.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BWL2TR5?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B08BWL2TR5&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08BWL2TR5?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B08BWL2TR5&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 50. [Acetate Sheets](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/49/acetate-sheets) Item ID: `49` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/x8c9qfaoqooinigxy6v9.jpg) - Brand: Grafix - Function: For making shiny chocolate decorations. - Necessity: For the chocolatier - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1199&end=1216](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1199&end=1216) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: If you're into making chocolate decorations you'll want some acetate in order to keep the chocolate shiny! 🀩 - Price: $11.39 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004QJX1JI?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B004QJX1JI&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004QJX1JI?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B004QJX1JI&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6) ### 51. [Refillable Kitchen Torch Lighter](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/50/refillable-kitchen-torch-lighter) Item ID: `50` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ekwc27o5hmebsp4x1qsc.jpg) - Brand: Sondiko - Function: Great for crΓ¨me brΓ»lΓ©e and sugar work. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1217&end=1223](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1217&end=1223) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: - - Price: $29.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L8YPYQK?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07L8YPYQK&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07L8YPYQK?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07L8YPYQK&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 52. [Blue Candy Melts](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/51/blue-candy-melts) Item ID: `51` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/hzndtga187chkv1nysnm.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: A chocolate substitute for decorating and coating goodies with. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: Sometimes for simplicity I use candy melts rather than chocolate. Candy melts basically act like tempered chocolate because they are stabilized. It makes them so simple to use for decorative piping work. People love to dip cake pops in them and also use them to make hot chocolate bombs. They don't taste as good as real chocolate, but they sure are easy to work with! - Price: $11.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006ZZQTHC?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B006ZZQTHC&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006ZZQTHC?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B006ZZQTHC&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6) ### 53. [Yellow Candy Melts](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/52/yellow-candy-melts) Item ID: `52` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/h1wayi3ykfrhskxptyo0.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: A chocolate substitute for decorating and coating goodies with. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: Sometimes for simplicity I use candy melts rather than chocolate. Candy melts basically act like tempered chocolate because they are stabilized. It makes them so simple to use for decorative piping work. People love to dip cake pops in them and also use them to make hot chocolate bombs. They don't taste as good as real chocolate, but they sure are easy to work with! - Price: - - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006OEYPA2?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B006OEYPA2&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B006OEYPA2?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B006OEYPA2&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6) ### 54. [Pink Candy Melts](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/53/pink-candy-melts) Item ID: `53` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/qsahwerqu2i3o0qlrgev.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: A chocolate substitute for decorating and coating goodies with. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: Sometimes for simplicity I use candy melts rather than chocolate. Candy melts basically act like tempered chocolate because they are stabilized. It makes them so simple to use for decorative piping work. People love to dip cake pops in them and also use them to make hot chocolate bombs. They don't taste as good as real chocolate, but they sure are easy to work with! - Price: $9.68 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0061TXSSA?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0061TXSSA&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0061TXSSA?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0061TXSSA&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6) ### 55. [Dark Green Candy Melts](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/54/dark-green-candy-melts) Item ID: `54` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/iw5wphlgppesfkdeac6u.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: A chocolate substitute for decorating and coating goodies with. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: Sometimes for simplicity I use candy melts rather than chocolate. Candy melts basically act like tempered chocolate because they are stabilized. It makes them so simple to use for decorative piping work. People love to dip cake pops in them and also use them to make hot chocolate bombs. They don't taste as good as real chocolate, but they sure are easy to work with! - Price: - - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0061TXSU8?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0061TXSU8&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0061TXSU8?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0061TXSU8&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6) ### 56. [Royal Blue Candy Melts](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/55/royal-blue-candy-melts) Item ID: `55` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ratytyappg2bddyy38vr.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: A chocolate substitute for decorating and coating goodies with. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: Sometimes for simplicity I use candy melts rather than chocolate. Candy melts basically act like tempered chocolate because they are stabilized. It makes them so simple to use for decorative piping work. People love to dip cake pops in them and also use them to make hot chocolate bombs. They don't taste as good as real chocolate, but they sure are easy to work with! - Price: $8.66 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DSDK664?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07DSDK664&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DSDK664?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07DSDK664&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6) ### 57. [Turquoise Candy Melts](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/56/turquoise-candy-melts) Item ID: `56` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ywuwevwc77quyiu7kidl.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: A chocolate substitute for decorating and coating goodies with. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: Sometimes for simplicity I use candy melts rather than chocolate. Candy melts basically act like tempered chocolate because they are stabilized. It makes them so simple to use for decorative piping work. People love to dip cake pops in them and also use them to make hot chocolate bombs. They don't taste as good as real chocolate, but they sure are easy to work with! - Price: - - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EOKC4TQ?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B01EOKC4TQ&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EOKC4TQ?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B01EOKC4TQ&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6) ### 58. [Lavender Candy Melts](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/57/lavender-candy-melts) Item ID: `57` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/xqjdj0fi2mp0feoowtdm.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: A chocolate substitute for decorating and coating goodies with. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜†β˜† - Comments: Sometimes for simplicity I use candy melts rather than chocolate. Candy melts basically act like tempered chocolate because they are stabilized. It makes them so simple to use for decorative piping work. People love to dip cake pops in them and also use them to make hot chocolate bombs. They don't taste as good as real chocolate, but they sure are easy to work with! - Price: $7.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005IR6IN8?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B005IR6IN8&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005IR6IN8?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B005IR6IN8&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6) ### 59. [Vibrant Green Candy Melts](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/58/vibrant-green-candy-melts) Item ID: `58` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/qtc3jvgo7diemed6jbab.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: A chocolate substitute for decorating and coating goodies with. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: Sometimes for simplicity I use candy melts rather than chocolate. Candy melts basically act like tempered chocolate because they are stabilized. It makes them so simple to use for decorative piping work. People love to dip cake pops in them and also use them to make hot chocolate bombs. They don't taste as good as real chocolate, but they sure are easy to work with! - Price: $8.46 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007EMYGD4?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B007EMYGD4&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B007EMYGD4?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B007EMYGD4&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6) ### 60. [Red Candy Melts](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/59/red-candy-melts) Item ID: `59` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/ponxjbgrv38jxkn5zyie.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: A chocolate substitute for decorating and coating goodies with. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: Sometimes for simplicity I use candy melts rather than chocolate. Candy melts basically act like tempered chocolate because they are stabilized. It makes them so simple to use for decorative piping work. People love to dip cake pops in them and also use them to make hot chocolate bombs. They don't taste as good as real chocolate, but they sure are easy to work with! - Price: $7.98 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0061TXSR6?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0061TXSR6&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0061TXSR6?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B0061TXSR6&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6&th=1) ### 61. [Bright White Candy Melts](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/60/bright-white-candy-melts) Item ID: `60` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/z1jbilhlvu2ae81c1wif.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: A chocolate substitute for decorating and coating goodies with. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1224&end=1237) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: Sometimes for simplicity I use candy melts rather than chocolate. Candy melts basically act like tempered chocolate because they are stabilized. It makes them so simple to use for decorative piping work. People love to dip cake pops in them and also use them to make hot chocolate bombs. They don't taste as good as real chocolate, but they sure are easy to work with! - Price: $8.44 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XJCMKY0?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00XJCMKY0&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00XJCMKY0?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00XJCMKY0&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6) ### 62. [Finest Belgian Dark Couverture Chocolate Callets](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/61/finest-belgian-dark-couverture-chocolate-callets) Item ID: `61` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/g8i0mah8dp2l9r61yueh.jpg) - Brand: Callebaut - Function: Couverture chocolate for chocolate work (must be tempered). - Necessity: For the chocolatier - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1238&end=1249](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1238&end=1249) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: I usually work with Callebaut because I have found that it is easy to work with and I think it tastes delicious! - Price: $36.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DDG8L4Y?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B01DDG8L4Y&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DDG8L4Y?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B01DDG8L4Y&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1TQ9TMRKZEEJ6) ### 63. [Gel Food Coloring](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/62/gel-food-coloring) Item ID: `62` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/xe8m5f4fgvjo8wbvhjxo.jpg) - Brand: AmeriColor - Function: For coloring fondant, modeling chocolate, frosting, and batters. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1253&end=1279](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1253&end=1279) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: It's important to have a lot of colors! I use gel food colors because I can use them in frosting as well as with modeling chocolate. Water based food colors cannot be used in modeling chocolate or it will separate and look grainy. - Price: $32.25 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001O8KQP6?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B001O8KQP6&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001O8KQP6?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B001O8KQP6&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13) ### 64. [Edible Luster Dust & Paint - Super Gold](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/63/edible-luster-dust--paint-super-gold) Item ID: `63` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/btmfhfeuvat85fzfoa8h.jpg) - Brand: Bakell - Function: For dusting and painting finished decorative elements. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1280&end=1285](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1280&end=1285) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: Always important to have gold and silver on hand. Mix the powders with lemon extract to paint gum paste or modeling chocolate. Or use a dry brush to dust the metallic on. - Price: $9.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TVG61WF?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07TVG61WF&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TVG61WF?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07TVG61WF&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13&th=1) ### 65. [Edible Luster Dust & Paint - Nu Silver](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/64/edible-luster-dust--paint-nu-silver) Item ID: `64` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/je5xx9fcg6xbwfwf8hj9.jpg) - Brand: Bakell - Function: For dusting and painting finished decorative elements. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1280&end=1285](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1280&end=1285) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: Always important to have gold and silver on hand. Mix the powders with lemon extract to paint gum paste or modeling chocolate. Or use a dry brush to dust the metallic on. - Price: $9.94 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NBOMH2Z?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B01NBOMH2Z&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01NBOMH2Z?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B01NBOMH2Z&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13&th=1) ### 66. [15 Pcs Round Paint Palettes](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/65/15-pcs-round-paint-palettes) Item ID: `65` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/uknf8edx2lkqrofvllqd.jpg) - Brand: CENTSTAR - Function: For mixing your own paint with the edible powders. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1286&end=1296](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1286&end=1296) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: I just love these little palettes and find them so useful to have for mixing my paints on. - Price: $7.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8JY1P5?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07F8JY1P5&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F8JY1P5?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07F8JY1P5&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13) ### 67. [Inedible Gold & Silver Dust Set](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/66/inedible-gold--silver-dust-set) Item ID: `66` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/iwnn1dcq49vysnjw0fp0.jpg) - Brand: Pastry Ideale - Function: For decorating non-edible decorative elements. - Necessity: For the cake decorator - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1297&end=1317](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1297&end=1317) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: It's NOT EDIBLE! But it's also not toxic, which means they are safe to use for decorative elements that will be removed from anything that you're eating. This is my favorite brand because the colors are just so good! - Price: $54.95 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DCZ17CH?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07DCZ17CH&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07DCZ17CH?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B07DCZ17CH&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13) ### 68. [25 Sheets Edible Silver Leaf](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/67/25-sheets-edible-silver-leaf) Item ID: `67` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/e4l1iggykmi0ga6oejjn.jpg) - Brand: Slofoodgroup - Function: For making things look fancier! - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1318&end=1365](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1318&end=1365) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: I just love edible leaf! It just makes pastries and chocolates and cakes a little bit ✨extra✨ - Price: $15.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MSBGX5P?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B01MSBGX5P&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MSBGX5P?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B01MSBGX5P&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13) ### 69. [25 Sheets Edible Gold Leaf](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/68/25-sheets-edible-gold-leaf) Item ID: `68` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/zeebe0tkfyh6qkkij2bs.jpg) - Brand: Slofoodgroup - Function: For making things look fancier! - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1318&end=1365](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1318&end=1365) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: My favorite thing in my kitchen! I LOVE edible gold leaf and use any excuse to put it on something! - Price: $48.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ILWQBYC?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B01ILWQBYC&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01ILWQBYC?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B01ILWQBYC&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13) ### 70. [Pure Isomalt](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/69/pure-isomalt) Item ID: `69` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/urrfjcxi5rhqdhwe1z1y.jpg) - Brand: Modernist Pantry - Function: A sugar substitute used for making edible decorations, candies, and blown sugar. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1371&end=1383](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1371&end=1383) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: Great to have on hand to make some quick and easy plating decorations that make your desserts look really professional. - Price: - - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CYHDSF6?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00CYHDSF6&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00CYHDSF6?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00CYHDSF6&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO) ### 71. [Infrared Thermometer](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/70/infrared-thermometer) Item ID: `70` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/sxomqzh814hm27nvmahy.jpg) - Brand: Etekcity - Function: Laser thermometer used to measure temperatures. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1384&end=1397](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1384&end=1397) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜† - Comments: I like this laser thermometer because it stays clean since you don't have to stick it into anything to measure. - Price: $29.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DMI632G?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00DMI632G&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00DMI632G?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B00DMI632G&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO&th=1) ### 72. [Pure Lemon Extract](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/71/pure-lemon-extract) Item ID: `71` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/vjbhvvoksxhk3pi2efoh.jpg) - Brand: McCormick Culinary - Function: For mixing with edible powders to make a fluid paint. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1398&end=1409](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1398&end=1409) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: Just mix it with the powder and makes it into a nice paint. The reason I use lemon extract is because it has high alcohol content which allows it to evaporate quickly. Plus, it smells so good! - Price: $18.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008OGD15S?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B008OGD15S&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B008OGD15S?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B008OGD15S&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13&th=1) ### 73. [Clear Piping Gel](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/72/clear-piping-gel) Item ID: `72` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/dijgo3fnbtijankvqjkl.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: Used in glazes. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1410&end=1419](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1410&end=1419) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: This is used in some recipes to create what's called a spider glaze that separates and creates a really cool net effect on top of a mirror glaze. - Price: $9.89 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EOK9OHG?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B01EOK9OHG&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EOK9OHG?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B01EOK9OHG&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13) ### 74. [Meringue Powder](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/73/meringue-powder) Item ID: `73` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/cxmh1dea818wg3jzwm8m.jpg) - Brand: Wilton - Function: A substitute for egg whites to make royal icing. - Necessity: Helpful - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1410&end=1419](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1410&end=1419) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: I like to use meringue powder now in my royal icing because the recipe is so easy and always turns out! I also find it easier to use for adjusting your royal icing into flooding icing. - Price: $7.24 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EOK9Q2Y?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B01EOK9Q2Y&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13&th=1](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01EOK9Q2Y?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B01EOK9Q2Y&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.24YC0YIYOFM13&th=1) ### 75. [Unflavored Gelatin](https://listium.com/@brittneekay/71531/the-best-baking-tools-and-equipment-for-beginners/74/unflavored-gelatin) Item ID: `74` - Image: ![Image](https://img.listium.com/images/width=800,height=800,fit=scale-down,format=webp/l/wcanga2ghlyzgqhp3ie9.jpg) - Brand: Knox - Function: For recipes that call for powdered gelatin. - Necessity: Essential - Video link: [https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1420&end=1425](https://youtu.be/f4yZbrEJR28&start=1420&end=1425) - Quality: β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜… - Comments: Always good to have on hand for certain recipes. I use it in glazes, mousses, and pies mostly. - Price: $25.99 - Link to buy: [https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001UOW7D8?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B001UOW7D8&asc\_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO](https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001UOW7D8?tag=onamzbrit003b-20&linkCode=ssc&creativeASIN=B001UOW7D8&asc_item-id=amzn1.ideas.1BBP6DAQB5GOO)