Most of us have a lot of time on our hands right now, but perhaps no idea on how to spend it. Now is the time to try something new, and what’s better than an activity that’s not only fun for you but will make a lot of others happy as well? If you want to try baking, here are 6 products that will at least make you look like a pro (and even help you become one).
Silicone Cupcake Moulds
There’s no one that doesn’t appreciate cupcakes. They’re the perfect bite or dessert for any occasion and if you want to make them even cuter than regular ones then get these moulds that come in 4 shapes (6 of each). They’re reusable and therefore also good for the environment! Get them here for £8.62. (Pictured below)
If you want reusable silicone moulds but with only the classic round cupcake shape, then get these for £11.99.
“Absolutely amazing. I love that I dont need to by paper for them and we can eat them straight from the forms is we want to. We dont use cupcake tray, just put them straight in.”
says Dora
Personalized Baking Apron
Simply looking like you’re a pro at baking will make it much more fun and probably give you more confidence in your baking. You just enter your name (or whoever is getting the apron) and it will be printed on it to make is personal. You will want to bake just so you can wear this. Get it here for £19.99.
“Very pleased with this. I bought it as a Christmas present for my daughter who loves baking. She has a less common name so can never just buy named products with her name on as standard. So this made a great gift for her and she loved it. Quick delivery too!”
says Harrhian75
Cake decorating kit
This is a great starter kit for those who want to start decorating their cakes. It has 39 pieces, which is quite a lot and will be enough for beginners who don’t need very specialized tools. The kit contains everything from spatulas to piping nozzles, and only costs £23.99. (Pictured below)
However, if you want something with even more tools that will enable you to create pretty much any decoration you want, get this kit with 137 pieces for £29.99.
“I really love baking, this is a precious set to have for your baking journey! You have all the essential you need to make a proper cake! I will definitely suggest to buy this one for value of money and practicality.”
says Marcella Moretti
Silicone Baking Mat
Instead of using regular baking mats that aren’t reusable and that always seem to fold in weird ways, get these silicone mats. They have a non-stick surface, outlines for cookies and measurements around the edges. They can easily be washed and rolled up for storage. Get a pack of 4 for £13.99.
“Best silicon baking mats I’ve ever had – nothing sticks and the different colours are a lovely addition. Quality is much better than others I’ve tried yet the price is just as great. Would definitely recommend these silicon sheets – perfect for all my roasting tins as well as baking trays.”
says Trish17
Good Baking Recipes
The key to tasty cakes and cookies are good recipes. Without them, it doesn’t matter how much other equipment and tools you have, your pastries still won’t taste good! This book has Mary Berry’s (the cake master herself) cake recipes which should tell you how good they are. Get it here in paperback for £7.72.
“I have used this book for the past 7 years or so. I have several other baking books that are much more glossy and expensive, which I love to look at, but this one is my go-to book when baking a cake for any family occasion. Every time I bring along a cake baked from this book, my sister asks for the recipe, so I finally bought her a copy of her own.”
says Marbee
Brownie Tin
Brownies are probably one of the best inventions ever. They’re so easy to make and taste amazing. If you’re planning brownies every now and then, it’s worth investing in this brownie tin that will pre-slice your brownies in equal pieces for you. Get it here for £24.99.
“This is one of those kitchen utensils that you didn’t realise you needed until you use it. Not only does it produce uniformly sized brownies every time, but the heat from the dividers ensures thatceach brownie is perfectly booked through with no soggy middles. It is great quality and ease to clean, although it’s best washed by hand. Great bit of kitchen kit.”
says JuliaC