Whether you’ve been baking for awhile or just starting out, these Halloween baking supplies are what you need to create boo-tiful desserts! Before you start making all the spooktastic cupcakes and cookies, make sure you have these must have-Hallween baking supplies on hand. Spooktacular Halloween Baking Supplies Tempting Treats to Try Now that you are…
Whether you’ve been baking for awhile or just starting out, these Halloween baking supplies are what you need to create boo-tiful desserts! Before you start making all the spooktastic cupcakes and cookies, make sure you have these must have-Hallween baking supplies on hand.
Sparkle Gel – There are lots of different colors you can choose, but I’ve found that buying green is best because it can last through the Thanksgiving and Christmas baking seasons.
Candy Eyes – Is it even Halloween without a bunch of candy eyes? I think not.
Halloween Sprinkle Jar – If you don’t want anything fancy, these are the sprinkles for you. The divided container makes it easy to use what you want!
Fancy Halloween Sprinkles – Sprinkles with a touch of glam! Pink and purple shimmery jimmies mixed with candy eyeballs, pumpkins, witch fingers, and witch hats are just too cute!
Bats & Pumpkins Sprinkles – These aren’t just for baking! Enjoy them on top of a spooky ice cream sundae!
Isomalt Gems – A fun way to add a touch of shimmer and glimmer to your baked goods!
Halloween Towels – A simple and cute way to decorate for Halloween in the kitchen!
Halloween Apron – An apron is a must-have for any frightfully fun baking adventure!
‘Tis this season for baking and I wanted to give you a head start on prepping your pantry and kitchen for the BEST baking season yet. These are my tried and true baking tools and essentials that I use daily in the kitchen. Now is the time to take a look at what you have…
‘Tis this season for baking and I wanted to give you a head start on prepping your pantry and kitchen for the BEST baking season yet. These are my tried and true baking tools and essentials that I use daily in the kitchen. Now is the time to take a look at what you have and get everything prepared… You’ll be thanking yourself later, I promise.
What Do You Really Need?
When it comes to baking tools and baking essentials for cookies, cakes, pies, and everything in between, what you use will make a huge difference. If you already have some of these, great! You’re already a few steps in to prepping your kitchen for a terrific baking season! Maybe you have these items, but it’s time to upgrade those cookie sheets or get new oven mitts. Seriously though, when was the last time you bought new oven mitts? Make sure to read the full list so you can make note of what you need or what needs to be replaced in your kitchen!
The Basics
1. Measuring Cups/Spoons – Definitely baking tools we can’t live without! When it comes to measuring ingredients, you don’t need anything fancy, but you do need a set of dry measuring cups and a set of liquid measuring cups. There is a difference! Measuring spoons can be used for both for dry and liquid ingredients. I also love using this sticky measuring cup for ingredients like peanut butter or honey!
2. Cooling Rack – If you need a cooling rack for cakes and cookies, these are great. If you’re going to be baking batch after batch of cookies, you’ll need a tired cooling rack that can hold a lot of cookies but not take up a lot of space.
3. Silpat – This baking tool will take the place of parchment paper, so if you’re going to be baking a lot, I’d suggest investing in one of these. It also makes for a great gift for the baker in your life!
4. Parchment Paper – Using parchment paper will help you immensely when you’re in the thick of baking! It makes cleanup a snap!
5. Oven Mitts – Really ask yourself when was the last time you bought new oven mitts? It’s not something that’s ever on our mind, but I’m betting you could use some new ones! I love using silicone oven mitts, and these come in tons of fun colors!
6. Kitchen Mixer – This stand mixer is a workhorse and will get the job done right.
7. Flex Edge Scraper – This is an attachment that goes on your kitchen mixer and it’s for all that frosting you’ll be making! It’s also a great tool for thin cookie dough and compound butters.
8. Hand Mixer – This mixer has 9 different speeds and has a case for all its attachments!
9. Mixing Bowls – These bowls will last you years to come!
10. Food Coloring – Gel food coloring is the only way to go when coloring your frosting and baked goodies. This is a complete set and the colors can be mixed to create your own unique shades.
11. Kitchen Scale – When baking cupcakes and cakes, it really is best to weigh your ingredients! It’ll yield the best results! I love that the display can pull-out so you can read the weight when a large bowl is on the scale.
12. Mini Food Processor – If you need to chop anything finely, this is the way to go!
Cake and Cupcake Baking Tools
Spring Form Pan – Whether you’re making a baked cheesecake, a no-bake cheesecake, or any cake, you’ll most definitely want a spring form pan!
Offset Spatula – These aren’t just for frosting cakes! They’re and essential baking tool because you can actually use them to flip pancakes, eggs, sandwiches, or even burgers. During holiday baking it can frost cakes and cookies, help release muffins from their tins, spread cake batter evenly, shimmying under rolled-out sugar cookie dough to transfer cut-outs to a baking sheet, spreading jam or frosting between layers of cakes, and so much more.
Cookie Sheets – USA Pan Bakeware is a favorite brand of mine. They’ll last you for years to come.
Cookie Scoops – The more sizes, the merrier! These will ensure your cookies are all the same size!
Cookie Cutters – There are so many different shapes out there, but I always have a round shape on hand.
Whisk – For mixing those dry ingredients together!
Cookie Spatula – The baking tool you didn’t know you needed! This spatula is thin and flexible… perfect for lifting those cookies off the tray without breaking them!
Pie Baking Tools
Dough blender – Absolutely essential for creating a dough that’s just right! Easily cuts the butter right into the flour!
Pie Pan – Nothing fancy here, but this will bake the perfect pies every time!
Non-Slip Mat – This baking tool helps measure the perfect size for your pie dough and gives a non-stick surface to work on.
Pastry Cutter – Create stunning lattices with this cutter!
From classic and crispy to savory and decadent, my Wonderful Waffle Recipes offer something for every waffle lover. Classic Crispy Waffles Looking for the best waffle recipe? My Classic Crispy Waffles turn out perfectly crisp on the outside and light and fluffy on the inside every time! Blueberry Cake Waffles These Blueberry Cake Waffles are crispy waffles bursting…
These Blueberry Cake Waffles are crispy waffles bursting with juicy blueberries and coated in a sweet sugar glaze just like a good ol’ blueberry cake donut!
Never let a donut go to waste with Donut Waffles! Press day-old donuts in a waffle iron for a hot, scrumptious breakfast treat they’ll love. With a caramelized top and a melt-in-your mouth center, they might be better than fresh donuts!
Canned Cinnamon Roll Waffles are crisp on the outside, soft and hot in the middle and covered in a sweet glaze. All you need are store bought cinnamon rolls and a waffle maker to create this sweet breakfast treat!
Pumpkin eggnog adds the perfect richness and spice to these big, crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside waffles. Top them with a little pumpkin whipped topping and all your pumpkin dreams come true with Pumpkin Eggnog Waffles!
Turn last night’s dinner into a surprising and savory breakfast with a Leftover Fried Rice Waffle. Crisp rice cooked to perfection in a waffle iron and topped with a fried egg, green onion and sriracha.
Flaky croissant dough with rich chocolate hazelnut spread made crisp in a waffle iron. Nutella Croffles are a decadent, delicious breakfast treat you’ll be obsessed with.
Layers of buttery cinnamon sugar between flaky croissant dough pressed in a hot waffle iron until golden brown. These Cinnamon Sugar Croffles might just be the most perfect breakfast treat!
Chocolate Covered Strawberry Waffles! Crispy strawberry waffles with a dollop of chocolate whipped cream and a drizzle of chocolate syrup for a sweet & special way to start the day!
The most perfect Oven-Fried Chicken and Waffles with Maple Gravy! Crunchy chicken over a crispy Belgian waffle drizzled with sweet gravy is the ultimate sweet-and-savory combo!
Fall breakfast at its best with this fabulous Pumpkin Waffle Board! This beautiful board makes for such a comforting and delicious breakfast to enjoy with your loved ones. From the crispy pumpkin spice waffles to the sautéed honey cinnamon apples, it’s love at first sight and bite.
Celebrate your loved ones with a Valentine’s Day Waffle Board. Made with my classic crispy waffles, perfectly baked bacon, scrambled eggs, fruit and chocolate, it’s a fresh, filling and sweet start to a love-filled day.
Let your family put their own spin on the perfect waffle with this Top Your Own Waffle Spread from page 35 of my Spectacular Spreads cookbook. There’s something for everyone and plenty of room to mix it up for your family or guests.
If you make any of my Wonderful Waffle Recipes, be sure to snap a picture and share it with me or tag me on Instagram @thebakermama so I can see. If you’re on Facebook, be sure to join my Friends of The BakerMama group to connect and share all the fun and yummy recipes of mine that you make! 😍 I just love seeing how inspired and creative y’all get with the ideas I share. Enjoy!
xoxo,
Prefer Pancakes?
It’s a breakfast bonanza with All My Best Pancake Recipes! From classic buttermilk and whole wheat pancakes to creative sheet pan pancakes and dippable mini pancakes, there’s something for everyone!
Go for the gold with my Recipes for Celebrating the Olympics. Salty and sweet snacks, themed food boards and more make watching the Olympic Games all the more festive! What to Serve for Your Olympics Watch Party Wondering what foods to make for the Olympics? I’ve got you covered with Olympic-themed snacks and food boards…
Go for the gold with my Recipes for Celebrating the Olympics. Salty and sweet snacks, themed food boards and more make watching the Olympic Games all the more festive!
What to Serve for Your Olympics Watch Party
Wondering what foods to make for the Olympics? I’ve got you covered with Olympic-themed snacks and food boards your crowd will love! Rooting for the United States? Check out my red-white-and-blue themed food boards, snacks, desserts and drinks perfect for showing your patriotic side!
Save those nails! Let a handful of this crunchy, chewy, sweet and salty Olympics Snack Mix get you through those tense moments if fierce competition. It’s a sure winner!
Celebrate the excitement of the Olympic Games with my Olympics Breakfast Board. With fresh fruits, crispy bacon and an array of yummy carbs and toppings, this board takes the gold!
The best sweet and salty snack mix ever gets a patriotic pop with red, white and blue M&M’s and sprinkles in this Patriotic Party Snack Mix. Always a huge hit! And what is a party without a party mix?! A perfect sweet and slightly salty treat with red, white and blue sprinkles and M&M candies. This patriotic party mix is a must make for all your summer Olympics celebrations!
You’ll feel like a champion serving this super cute Olympics Snack Board to your family and friends. Everyone will love the festive mix of salty and sweet snacks in fun Olympics-inspired shapes. It’s snacking gold!
Munch on this festive and fun Olympics Chips and Dips tray while you cheer on your favorite Olympians! With an assortment of fresh and flavorful dips and crispy, crunchy chips, it’s a winning way to celebrate the Olympic Games!
Sparkling Sweet Tea Sangria is a refreshing summer cocktail easily made with sweet tea, sparkling wine, orange liqueur and fresh berries. The star-spangled fruit kabobs give each glass a fun and festive touch for your Olympics watch party!
More Patriotic Dishes for Celebrating!
Celebrating your American athletes with a great selection of festive American-themed recipes and easy potluck favorites!
If you make any of my Recipes for Celebrating the Olympics, be sure to snap a picture and share it with me or tag me on Instagram @thebakermama so I can see. 😍 I love seeing how inspired and creative y’all get with the recipes I share. Enjoy!
‘Tis this season for baking and I wanted to give you a head start on prepping your pantry and kitchen for the BEST baking season yet. These are my tried and true baking tools and essentials that I use daily in the kitchen. Now is the time to take a look at what you have…
