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For the Budding Baker - Products I love to use
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items Baking has been a hobby of mine for many years. I have accumulated quite the stash of items that I use and love. Here are my favorites!
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Pans and dishes
Tools
Allergy Friendly and Vegan cooking resources
Pans and dishes
A classic pie dish! Pyrex is my favorite for glass baking dishes. They're high quality and can handle the heat. This one is perfect for my famous pumpkin pie!
Pyrex Easy Grab 9.5" Glass Pie Pan
Many recipes for bars require an 8" square pan. This is the perfect fit for all your brownie and bar delights!
8" Nonstick Aluminized Steel Square Baking Pan - Figmint™
Wilton is well know for their baking products and for good reason. Many of their things are industry standard such as cake pans and decorating tips. I like this pan set because it's great for making tiered cakes.
Wilton 4pc Performance Pans Aluminum Round Cake Pans 6", 8", 10" and 12" Set
Not just for muffins! I use these pans for cupcakes, brownies, individual bars, I've even made meatballs in them.
Wilton Ultra Bake Professional 12 Cup Nonstick Muffin Pan
With out allergies, store bought donuts aren't an option. Years ago I started making donuts at home and this pan has been awesome.
Nordic Ware Silver Donut Pan
If your making a single tiered layer cake, this is my favorite hack - these mini pans eliminate the need to cut the layers yourself! Simply bake, frost and stack.
Wilton 4pc Easy Layers! Round Layer Cake Pan Set
Of course heart shaped cakes are fun! Not just Valentine's day, but anniversary's, birthdays, and any time you want to show someone a little extra love.
Wilton 8" Decorator Preferred Aluminum Heart Cake Pan
Perfect for making banana bread and other loafs.
Wilton 9"x5" Nonstick Ultra Bake Professional Loaf Pan
These should be a staple in any kitchen!
Wilton Ultra Bake Pro 3pc Cookie Sheet Set
Tools
Some of these are probably common sense, but a few of them may surprise you!
An easy to read liquid measuring cup is a must have.
OXO 2 Cup Angled Measuring Cup
I love my stainless steal measure cups and spoons. My favorite part about this set is that it does a good variety of sizes - all the way down to 1/8.
Kaluns Measuring Cups and Spoons Set, 16 Piece, Stainless Steel
I prefer to only use silicon spatulas when baking. It allows you to fully scrape down the bowls and avoid pockets of flour or other unmixed ingredients.
KitchenAid 2pc Bamboo Spatula Set Aqua Blue
There's a specific reason I use this cooling rack set - I have a limited counter space! By being able to stack the racks I can better utilize my space when I'm backing in large batches.
Wilton Ultra Bake Professional 3 Tier Stackable Cooling Racks
I bought these bowls about 6 months ago. The non slip bottom is great for mixing. I actually use the small one often as a breakfast bowl for my morning smoothie! The sizes are great and perfect for baking.
OXO 3pc Insulated Stainless Steel Mixing Bowl Set - Gray
Even if you're a beginner baker, decorative baking cups like these are a great way to elevate cupcakes while using basic techniques.
Meri Meri I Believe In Unicorns Cupcake Kit (Pack of 24)
When it comes to cake decorating, the type of tool matters! These are angled differently for a reason and will aid in your ability to easily do different techniques and applications.
Wilton 3pc Icing Spatula Set Navy Blue/Gold
If you're just getting started with cake decorating, this is a great tip set.
Wilton 9pc Starter Decorating and Piping Tip Set
Fun fact; I hate pastry bags. When I frost cakes and cupcakes, I will only use a frosting gun.
Wilton Dessert Decorator Pro Stainless Steel Cake Decorating Tool
I don't make cupcakes just to have around the house. I have a few containers like these and they are great for transporting baked goods to parties and potlucks.
Silicone Rectangle Cupcake Carrier Clear/White/Gray - Figmint™
Not only do I use this for zesting fruit to add extra flavor to my desserts, but it's excellent for creating chocolate shavings or dust for an elegant finishing touch to your creations.
OXO Etched Zester
Don't skip the whisk!
OXO 11" Balloon Whisk
Allergy Friendly and Vegan cooking resources
For recipes, follow along with me on YouTube or my blog for allergy friendly treats!
Come check out my recipe videos and put these tools to the test!
Just.Nikki.K - Recipe Videos
If you prefer written recipes over videos, head on over to my blog for lots of goodies!
Just.Nikki.K - blog