BAKING TOOLS AND EQUIPMENTS
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In this blog, we will discuss what baking equipment is required and what it is used for.
Baking is a science as well as an art form. You must use baking tools and equipment to deal with the science part.
Because measurements are critical in creating the perfect baked goods, you must be aware of the baking tools and equipment required. However, if you're a new baker, deciding on which baking tools and equipment to purchase can be time-consuming and intimidating.
But don't worry, because I've got your back. This blog will cover baking tools and equipment that every baker should be familiar with.
MEASURING SPOON
The most important aspect of baking is measuring. Your baked goods will not turn out well if you use too much cornstarch or sugar. They'll be either too thick or too sweet.
Here's where measuring spoons come in handy. You'll need measuring spoons for desserts like this dream cake recipe, which calls for measurements in tablespoons and teaspoons.
Remember that you must have an entire set of measuring spoons. One spoon is insufficient.
MEASURING CUP
Accuracy is essential in baking. To create delectable treats, you must strictly adhere to recipes. This includes correctly measuring liquid ingredients. So you'll need a complete set of measuring cups or a conversion chart.
Keep them in a convenient location because you will need them frequently. Most measuring cup sets come with a cup, a ½ cup, and a ¼ cup. However, having more cups, such as 2-cup and 4-cup pieces, to measure at once is advantageous.
KITCHEN SCALE
Some recipes specify the amount of ingredients in pounds or grams. Given this, you'll need a kitchen scale. This prepares you in case your newfound recipe requires ingredients in grams.
For example, this simple brownie recipe calls for ingredients in grams. These ingredients cannot be measured with spoons or cups, so a weighing scale is required.
MIXING BOWLS
When baking, you will be combining a large number of ingredients. From flour and sugar to eggs and chocolate, everything must be mixed frequently.
However, you can't mix them unless you have bowls. In mixing bowls, you can combine ingredients and then incorporate them into the mixture as you bake. Remember that some baking techniques necessitate mixing ingredients before adding them to the main mixture.
SPATULA
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A spatula is one of the most important baking tools and equipment. It aids in the flipping, spreading, and scraping of food.
Spatulas are classified into three types: flippers, spreaders, and scrapers.
Flippers are commonly used in frying. They are not required for baking, but they can be used to serve dishes such as baked macaroni.
Spreaders are spatulas that are long and narrow. As the name suggests, it is used to spread frosting on cakes or cupcakes.
Rubber scrapers are commonly used. They are employed in the scraping of liquid mixtures. They can also be used to mix ingredients gently.
Spreaders and scrapers are necessary baking tools and equipment, and you should have at least one.
PASTRY BRUSH
Another essential baking tool is a pastry brush. Contrary to popular belief, a pastry brush can be used for a variety of purposes.
For starters, it can be used to grease a baking pan before baking. You can also use it to decorate the top of a pie crust. It can also be used to brush egg wash on top of dough.
WIRE RACK
You must have a wire rack in your kitchen if you do not want soggy, overbaked pastries. A wire rack circulates air around your pastries. This allows your pastries to cool quickly.
Because hot cakes and cupcakes cannot be frosted, a wire rack is required. It also aids in the cooling of cookies and donuts before dipping them in sauce.
WHISK
A whisk is primarily used to beat eggs, but it also serves other functions. For example, you can use it to combine liquid ingredients such as milk and water. It can also be used to combine dry ingredients such as flour, sugar, and cocoa powder.
In addition, whisks can be used instead of mixers. If you can't afford an electric mixer right now, a whisk will help whip cream and beat eggs.
CAKE PAN
This list of essential baking tools and equipment includes a lot of pans, so make some notes.
To begin, you will require a cake pan. Cakes are wonderful desserts that can help your company stand out. A cake pan can also help you prepare for the holidays, particularly at Christmas. If you like tiered cakes, you should have two or more cake pans of varying sizes on hand.
CUPCAKE PAN
Make fresh cupcakes for your family and friends by using a cupcake pan. You can also make small muffins and Filipino macarons with it.
Cupcakes are a great way to start a baking business. Cupcakes are extremely adaptable. They can be decorated in any way you want, making them a big hit. They also come in a variety of delicious flavors.
COOKIE PAN
Cookies have saved the dessert industry. They come in chewy, fudgy, and crunchy varieties. They, like pies and cupcakes, come in a variety of flavors.
If you enjoy baking cookies, you must own at least one cookie pan. These pans aren't just for baking cookies. They are also suitable for making bread rolls, pizzas, and other flat pastries.
LOAF PAN
A loaf pan is required for your favorite bread recipes. As a result, a loaf pan is an essential baking tool.
Loaf pans can help your business grow as bread is modified to appeal to customers. Having multiple loaf pans for different bread products is a great way to upgrade your business.
KNIVES
Slicing, peeling, and chopping are all part of the preparation process. All of this is possible with a chef's knife. This multi-purpose knife can be used to prepare chocolate, meat, and other ingredients.
If you have room for one more, a paring knife comes in handy. It easily allows you to do tasks that a chef's knife would be too large for, such as peeling small fruits.
PARCHMENT PAPER
If you don't already have parchment paper in your kitchen, go out and get some.
For starters, lining your baking pan with parchment paper prevents your baked goods from sticking to the pan. Furthermore, parchment paper allows you to bake without making a mess. Because your treats are clean, your baking tools and equipment are less dirty. If you want a more environmentally friendly option, a silicone baking mat will suffice.
ROLLING PIN
A rolling pin is one of the essential baking tools and equipment.
First and foremost, a rolling pin is used to roll out bread, biscuits, and cookies. You can evenly flatten thin pastry with a rolling pin. This causes you to make crisp and delicious pastry.
You can also crush your garnish with a rolling pin (crackers and chocolate). A rolling pin comes in handy when some recipes call for coarse garnish. It's because a rolling pin does not produce the same fine texture as a food processor.
DECORATING KIT
When it comes to garnishing, you should have a decorating kit. A kit is useful for decorating cakes, cupcakes, and cookies.
A decorating kit will typically include regular piping tips, a piping bag, a turntable, a leveler, and a spatula. If you want, you can add more baking tools and equipment to your kit. If you want to make a lot of cupcakes, Russian tips will help you make more designs.
ELECTRIC MIXER
An electric mixer, whether hand or stand, makes baking easier.
To begin with, an electric mixer saves you a lot of time. It takes a long time to mix ingredients without a mixer. It also aids in the proper mixing of ingredients. This ensures that you get the recipe right.
OVEN
You cannot bake without an oven, whether it is gas or electric. Contrary to popular belief, purchasing an oven does not require thousands of pesos.
Begin by purchasing a small convection oven. You can use this to improve your baking abilities. You can upgrade to a larger oven as your confidence grows or if you start a baking business.
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Many other tools and equipment are required for baking, but that is all I will share for now because that is also what we usually use. However, if you search the internet for other types of baking equipment, you will discover that there are many other tools and equipment that can be used that I have not included on my blog. But, for those just starting out, these are the most important baking tools.
Whether you just started baking or advancing your baking skills, you must have these baking tools and equipment. Without them, your baking journey won’t be as smooth as you expect.
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