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1. A pack of oven liners to protect the bottom of your oven from any overflow/oozing and let you continue pretending you're competing on The Great British Baking Show worry free.
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Promising review: "I expected to be happy, but I'm thrilled! Each mat is pliable and fits the entire width of my standard oven. When the mat is against the back wall, it extends up to but not over the front lip of the floor. On first use, pizza cheese and sauce dripped onto the front edge of the mat and onto that uncovered lip. The baked-on cheese and sauce slid right off the mat! Effortlessly! After I cleaned up the lip, I layered a second mat to cover the lip. These mats are so great that I almost want food to drip on them so I can show off how wonderful they are." —Artset Outset
Get a pack of three from Amazon for $11.99.
2. A Dutch oven you're probably familiar with from making stews and whatnot, but should truly be investing in to start your at-home bread baking adventure. Not to mention, it'll look pretty on your counter!
Promising review: "I am OBSESSED with this Dutch oven! It's beautiful — I don't want to put this away and have it constantly sitting on top of the stove. Some tougher stains come right out with a gentle brush of stainless steel scrubber. It also made the most beautiful Dutch oven bread. I bought the 3-quart version of this so I can make more of the bread and soup at the same time!" —Sammy
Get it from Amazon for $47.30+ (available in three sizes and nine colors).
3. An oven thermometer you can count on to let you know *exactly* what temperature you're working with before you pop in that cheesecake you've been trying to perfect. If you burn it what will The Golden Girls snack on tonight???
Promising review: "Even though I just bought a new stove..I always find it important to have a thermometer INSIDE the oven. So, it seems that my new oven came from the manufacturer with a 10-degree difference in temperature? I'm an avid baker and tried to calibrate the new oven. Bought this baby 'n' boom, Problem solved! Just remember to place it in three different spots in oven to compare all three temperatures." —Fatphil
Get it from Amazon for $5.92.
4. A stainless-steel 3-cup sifter for anyone who is tired of using one with a squeeze handle — this crank model will make your baking efforts a breeze.
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Promising review: "Great sifter! This design is so much better than the squeeze variety I have been using, my hand was SO tired from my old sifter. This is just like my grandma used to have, seems solid. I expect to have many years of service from it. Sifting the flour makes a 100% difference in gluten-free baking, especially with those heavy bean flours. I know some people are talking about not being able to wash their sifters, but you know, I remember my grandma keeping hers in her big tip-out flour bin all the time without a problem. I'm keeping mine in a plastic bag as recommended by the manufacturer. I think it is a great product and a great buy." —Doonsie
Get it from Amazon for $17.50.
5. An OXO dusting wand that'll transform your cakes and pies into a sugary work of art. Hope you've got your camera ready — you're gonna want to post the final product on Insta.
Promising review: "Absolutely LOVE this little dusting gadget. If you want to sprinkle powdered sugar on cookies/cannolis — PERFECT! Want to sprinkle your cake pan with flour — PERFECT! Making Tiramisu and want to dust it with cocoa powder — PERFECT! Awesome little tool." —Cheryl
Get it from Amazon for $12.
6. A culinary blow torch so you can *finally* make your own baked Alaska after watching various chefs do it on TV for years.
Promising review: "Super easy to use, with easy to follow instructions. Also has an adjustable flame option. My creme brûlée came out to perfection!" —Sumithra Sriram
Get it from Amazon for $14.94.
7. A French or dowel rolling pin that'll help you roll out dough for pizzas, breads, cookies, and even properly flatten fondant. Anyone else super hungry yet?
Promising review: "First off, I'm so happy to have found a nice, basic dowel-type rolling pin. I appreciate the smooth, finished wood that doesn't stick to my food or preparation area, the simplicity of the design that's easy to tell if what I'm flattening is under the workable area of the pin or not, and that it's easy to clean/maintain. The deeper walnut color matches my (older) cutting board and keeps it from looking cheap. There's a good weight to it and it feels solid without being too heavy to handle or store upright in a utensil container. The length is also good and covers the bases of my baking needs. Very satisfied with my purchase." —Dawn
Get it from Amazon for $10.98 (available in two styles).
8. A small egg beater from OXO to ensure your omelet comes out nice 'n' fluffy but also be your saving grace when you're whipping up an individual dessert and don't want to be bothered with a full-size hand mixer.
Promising review: "We live off-grid so we don’t like having a bunch of power-sucking kitchen appliances but we like to cook and needed something more powerful than a hand whisk. Amazed that we were able to make whipped cream with this. Everything pops off to make cleaning easier. Handle is comfortable and operation is pretty smooth and not too difficult." —Joi maree freeman
Get it from Amazon for $22.95.
9. A set of cake spatulas, for anyone who is already a talented oil painter and realizes they just might be able to translate that magic onto a cake. What have you got to lose?! Give it a shot. 🍰
Promising review: "This set is great for my buttercream pallet knife cakes! This was actually my first time using them and I can’t wait to use them again soon! The set was easy to use and fun to play around with. It washes up well. I have not put them in the dishwasher since the handles are wood but a quick hand-wash and they come out good as new!" —Janice
Get it from Amazon for $11.99.
10. An adjustable rolling pin that'll help you roll any dough to a specific width — and we all know how essential it is to get your gingerbread *just* right.
Promising review: "OMG! I have been looking for this my whole life! I make sugar cookies and I like them pretty thick and it is hard to roll them out evenly. This is PERFECT...and I mean PERFECT!! I baked three batches of cutout sugar cookies in less than an hour an a half!!! No joke! I was going to buy one of those cookie things with the sidebars but they are over $50. This works amazingly well and the price is perfect. Great product!!!" —L. Stanley
Get it from Amazon for $24.99+ (available in two styles).
11. A cookie scoop, so all of your precious balls of dough will come out *exactly* the same size and look simply stunning before everyone in the house gobbles 'em up.
I have one of these and it has been a game changer when making cookies. I love that each one comes out the same size, making it easier than ever to know precisely how many will fit on my baking sheet.
Promising review: "Why didn't I have one of these in my kitchen drawer before?! I bought the medium-size scoop originally to make a large batch of cookies for Christmas, but today it came handy when I had leftover batter from my banana bread recipe and it made the perfect scoop to fill a regular-size cupcake liner! Now I'm thinking about getting the small size for my mini cupcakes! Super easy and they came out perfectly uniform and totally beats trying to use a spoon! Handles have a nice silicone grip too and help with hand fatigue. :-)" —Michi K
Get it from Amazon for $15.95+ (available in three sizes).
12. An "Adjust-A-Cup" measuring cup with a plunger dispenser attached to it you can use to accurately measure out liquids, annoyingly sticky substances (honey, peanut butter, etc.) and regular ol' powders. It can be adjusted to measure between 1/8 cup–2 cups as well as teaspoon, tablespoon, ounces, and millimeter measurements.
Check out a TikTok of the Adjust-A-Cup in action.
Promising review: "You can't beat this for measuring things like honey and molasses. No more wasting what you can't get out of a regular measuring cup and wondering what the effect of all that stuff left behind is on the accuracy of your measuring." —Herman Ross
Get it from Amazon for $14.41.
13. A batter dispenser, that'll help you create perfectly sized cupcakes and muffins that honestly could be featured on the cover of Food Network magazine. No more messy, overflowing batter all over your stove — just beautifully baked deliciousness.
Promising review: "Finally a kitchen utensil that saves time, mess, and frustration! I ordered this because my 10-year-old daughter loves to make pancakes but she also leaves an incredible mess. She also loves to make cupcakes and that's even a double mess. Upon receiving the batter dispenser, my daughter took it out of the package and started making pancakes right away without my instructions. She loved the ease to make the pancakes in the container and then one click on the pan with no mess." —Jim Hudson
Get it from Amazon for $23.99.
14. A Crack'em egg cracker and spoon rest to ensure your cake batter will be shell-free every single time — and how cool will you look cracking eggs open singlehandedly???
Crack'em is a veteran-owned small business established in 2013 that specializes in family-friendly kitchen accessories.
Check out a TikTok of the egg cracker in action.
Promising review: "I absolutely cannot believe I'm doing this. I got this because I am ALWAYS having to pick out the shell when I crack an egg, whether for breakfast or my baking. Since buying this, I have cracked dozens of eggs without ANY shells in it. To say I am happy is an understatement. If you don't have one you should rush to get one. We are going to get them for wedding gifts when we know that the couple loves to do their own cooking. Kudos to whoever thought of this. It works perfectly, every time." —Edwin Myers
Get it from Amazon for $11.99 (available in nine colors).
15. Or a playful egg separator anyone would definitely be *egg-cited* to test out — a must-have for any home bakers or fans of egg white omelets.
Promising review: "This is by far the best kitchen gadget I've ever owned. It actually makes me want to be in the kitchen (which is not my favorite place). It works exactly as described, is easy to clean, and is cute to boot. Just don't be tempted to stick this fish to yourself. I've had to explain to all my coworkers how I ended up with fish hickeys." —Siber
Get it from Amazon for $13.90 (available in three styles).
16. A trio lasagna pan, so you can happily (just this once) cater to every member of your family's specific preference and have a peaceful dinner.
FYI, you can 6,000% use these for brownies, blondies, and bread, too. This is also great for making several kinds of lasagna at once if you and other fam members have different preferences!
Promising reviews: "I loved everything about this pan. It's versatile, I can put three different cake mixes in each well, or meat loaves, etc. I really love this pan! A very happy customer." —Lisa F.
"Not just for lasagna! Great for baking everyone's favorite bread, cake or brownies. Meat loaf, too! Love this pan." —Robin Cunningham
Get it from Amazon for $22.99.
17. A set of macaron baking mats with exact outlines of where to pipe your precious little desserts-to-be — get ready to transform your kitchen into a French bakery on the weekends.
Promising review: "These were so easy to use. Macarons came off really easy and the cleanup took no time at all. I like parchment paper but this mat is less wasteful and does an excellent job. Fit my baking sheets just fine too. I was worried about sticking but as long as you cook your macarons long enough, they shouldn't stick. I did have to add a bit more baking time about two minutes and I lowered my oven 5 degrees." —Ms. Chevres
Get a set of two from Amazon for $11.36.
18. A top hat-wearing skeleton basting brush that'll make applying an egg wash to your pies more spooktacular than ever.
19. A bread maker you'll wonder why you waited so long to buy after realizing how absolutely incredible it is to have the scent of freshly baked bread wafting through your kitchen. Is anyone else drooling?
This machine comes with settings to let you make bread gluten-free, decide what kind of crust you want, and add little mix-ins like fruit and nuts by reminding you partway through the bread-making process to add them. The inside is also dishwasher-safe, so there's less cleanup and more bread consumption.
Promising review: "My husband and I cannot stop baking. This arrived over a week ago and we have made two loaves or dough or jam daily! I can't speak for its longevity (I hope it's excellent, it seems sturdy!) but this puppy can crank out some delicious household staples. Pizza dough, fresh bread, *French* bread, bread with fruit or nuts, CAKE, and yes even JAM!! Amazing! It can tackle anything. Cleanup is ridiculously easy, just don't scratch the nonstick surface! The recipes need some tweaking to calibrate with your specific machine (I found that most needed more moisture), but some of the mistakes are still tasty! I was skeptical of the jam-making feature and ended up being extremely impressed." —Ether
Get it from Amazon for $139.95.
20. A KitchenAid Artisan Mini stand mixer (it holds 3.5 quarts!) that won't overtake the kitchen but will certainly help you bake dozens of treats with way less effort.
Promising review: "This was a gift for our 93-year-old mother to replace a vintage KitchenAid mixer that had come to the end of its life. We needed this smaller size to fit in a cupboard built specifically for the departed mixer, so it could not be over 13" tall, plus it could not be excessively heavy if mom was to lift and move it around. The mini was perfect and the handle on the mixing bowl also helps as we deal with some limitations caused by arthritis. 3.5 quarts is perfect for the type of baking she loves doing — totally sufficient for a large batch of cookies, a normal size cake, plenty of dough for rolls to serve at a family gathering (she's obviously not running a bakery) and there really is nothing mini about the mixer! After using the beaters and dough hook that are standard -- mom is ecstatic! She's back to baking and loves the upgrades that have occurred over the last 40 plus years." —peaceful1
Get it from Amazon for $299.95 (available in nine colors).
21. Reusable baking cups so you can say "see ya'!" to getting frustrated while attempting to peel the paper off your freshly baked muffins and cupcakes. You can also use them for chocolate creations and in the freezer — they'll pop right out!
And! It's way less wasteful and more environmentally friendly to reuse those colorful cups instead of paper ones!
Promising review: "I have always wanted to buy silicone cups because I love to bake (but hate foil and paper cups), so I'm glad I finally got around to it. These are perfect. They are fun and colorful, and despite feeling thin, they are very durable and hold up to oven temperatures no problem. I didn't have to adjust baking times, or grease the cups. My muffins came out really easily with minimal residue. A little tedious to clean because the crumbs get caught in the grooves, but not a huge deal. I just flipped them inside out, and scrubbed with hot water and soap. I would definitely recommend these for any baker!" —Paula
Get a set of 12 from Amazon for $5.20+ (also available in a set of 24).
22. A 35-piece cake decorating set that'll truly take your at-home cakes to the next level — it comes with a slicer (finally, your layers will lay flat!), an array of piping tips, a rotating cake stand, and so much more. Might I suggest whipping up one of those fabulous '90s Barbie cakes and throwing an at-home viewing party?
Promising review: "This is a really nice set and surprisingly good quality considering the reasonable price point. I made my best cake ever with the tools. Specifically, the wire tool for slicing the top to make the cake level. I never knew that this was the method for perfectly level cakes. No more lopsided cakes with this fun set! Fast delivery and well-packaged." —Denise
Get it from Amazon for $14.90+ (available in five colors).
23. Nonstick donut pans you'll try out once and think "wow, I should really apply for a job at Dunkin'" I hope your loved ones are ready to taste test apple cider donuts allllllll autumn long.
Promising review: "Bought donut pans for baking vegan donuts!! Amazon delivered them, gave them a quick wash, and got our first two dozen baked the same night! We baked a lemon with a lemon zest glaze and a pumpkin spice with cinnamon maple glaze! The pans are of great quality, no sticking, even baking and easy clean up! Perfect! Can’t wait to try some more recipes! So much fun!!" —J
Get a set of two from Amazon for $11.99.
24. A cookbook filled with 100 cookie recipes, because you and I both know you've more than mastered the classic chocolate chip and you're destined to take on bigger and better bakes.
Promising review: "I can't believe stuff that has come out of my oven. Purchased this book for Christmas and baked five recipes in one week. I am not a baker, but I read the intro about the ingredients and the process, then followed exact steps, measuring with a kitchen scale. I don't have a standing mixer and used hand mixer or sometimes hands. I am so torn between keeping this book a secret so that I can forever be known as the cookie queen, and gifting it to all of my friends." —Brooklyn Gal
Get it from Amazon for $17.89.
25. A pie press tool you can use to make hand pies — a must-have for smaller gatherings so everyone can enjoy an individual treat with *their* favorite filling instead of settling on just one type of pie.
These are also great for making empanadas and pierogis. Additionally, Zoie + Chloe are a small business!
Promising review: "I absolutely love this product. I prefer making my own dough when I make empanadas and this thing made them look beautiful like I was a professional chef. It's super easy and saves time when assembling your empanadas. I highly recommend buying this awesome set of three." —Adams0322
Get a set of three from Amazon for $8.99.
26. An easy-to-make blueberry scone mix from Stonewall Kitchen that'll make any morning feel special — apologies to your local coffee shop, you might just be spending your Sunday at home chowing down on these instead.
Promising review: "So freakin' good. Very moist! As an experienced baker and foodie, I must recommend that you shred the butter into the mix so it's even and I substituted half-and-half instead of milk that instructions call for. Also drizzled a homemade vanilla cream cheese buttercream glaze on top, used my ceramic scone pan and...best scone I EVER had. Will purchase other flavors for upcoming ladies brunch and especially for holidays when family comes." —Vivian
Get it from Amazon for $9.85.
28. A three-tiered cooling rack so you can make tons of snickerdoodles without fretting over not having enough counter space for them all to cool.
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Promising review: "I really like the clever and functional design of this cooling rack, especially for limited counter space kitchens as mine. I use this for lightweight baked goods such as cookies and croissants. I have not tried it yet for heavier items such as pies, but for those, just attach the racks on both sides for support. What I love most is this rack folds up for storage — a clever space saver when stored too. All around, great product design with good quality construction. Highly recommend for lightweight baked goods." —myreview
Get it from Amazon for $20.99.
29. A harvest bounty loaf pan that'll transform that pumpkin bread you've been making year after year into an Insta-worthy masterpiece.
Promising review: "I was worried that the cake would break when unmolded, but after a 15-minute cooling period I turned it over and it popped out, in perfect shape! Lovely and very impressive. This pan is amazing!" —Edit Purple
Get it from Amazon for $31 (also available with additional tools/mixes).
30. A 72-piece cookie stamp set you can use to add a personal touch to your baked goods — write your bestie's name, a silly phrase, a favorite lyric, whatever! Just think of all the possibilities.
Promising review: "Once you get the hang of it to change the letters, it becomes easier. But definitely worth buying. I created dog birthday cookies!" —Nathanaelle
Get it from Amazon for $6.98.
31. A bench scraper that'll make cleaning up a breeze but also help you cut your brownies into flawless, magazine cover-worthy squares thanks to the measurements noted along its side.
Promising review: "Very sturdy bench scraper, not flimsy. Used a lot for holiday baking and it did not disappoint." —Maryann L.
Get it from Food52 for $15.
32. And Fancy Sprinkles, a must-have for anyone who wants to take their standard bakes from drab to fab without learning a new recipe. These are so fabulous you'll want to start bringing desserts everywhere you go.
Fancy Sprinkles is a woman-owned small business!
Promising review: "These sprinkles are beautiful! I got the Call Me Maybe version. They looked perfect on my cake. The colors were vibrant but did not bleed onto my icing. Also, I was concerned the larger balls would break teeth but the candy style of the large sprinkles were perfectly edible. Great purchase!!" —Sunnyshines365
Get them from Amazon for $12+ (available in 25 styles).
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