Go get baking

Want to try baking the basics, but not sure where to begin? Don’t sweat over the sugar – we’ve got the basics to get you baking.
From baking trays and cake tins, to kitchen scales and mixing bowls. All you need to do is pop on your apron, pick a recipe and decide who gets to lick the spoon.

If you’ve mastered the basics and feeling inspired to try something new, start by upgrading your baking equipment.
Stand mixers make great sous chefs; working on your meringue mix, whilst you crack on with the next steps of your recipe. Or experiment with new flavoured loafs, with a bread maker.

From scoring bread to smoothing over icing, here are our must-haves:

• Whisk
• Spatula
• Knives
• Spoons

When it comes to baking, measurements are exact for a reason - a few grams out can make all the difference. So, get your measurements spot on with an electric or retro style scale.

These are handy for smaller amounts or measuring liquid. Most are suitable for the fridge, freezer and dishwasher, meaning you can use them to store any of your ingredients.

Are you even a baker if you don’t have a mixing bowl? Pick stackable bowls that'll provide different sizes for multiple ingredients - they’re easy to store away too.

With up to 5 speeds (including a turbo-speed), you can quickly make light work of mixing, folding or whisking your ingredients together. Their compact size means they’re ideal for reduced portions and for storing away in smaller kitchens too.

These free-standing sous chefs allow you to continue with your recipe whilst they do the hard work of mixing ingredients together. Their movable arm and attached bowl means less mess, whilst the different attachments cater for your every baking need:

• Balloon whisk – helps get air in as it whips ingredients into creams, sauces or lighter mixtures.
• Flat beater – mixes batters, icing etc. into a smooth and even consistency.
• Dough hook – kneads together dough and heavy pastries.

Make sure you have the right sized tin for your recipe. Also look for quick release clasps and loose bottoms, to help you seamlessly remove your bake from the tin.

Non-stick resistant coating is essential to reduce your bakes from sticking. Trays with wider edges or grab grips also make it easier to transfer things to and from the oven.

Ideal for biscuits, scones or eclairs - choose between square or rectangle shapes and go with a non-stick resistant coating. Or remember to use a sheet of baking paper.

Designed for bread or loaf cakes, the high sides help mould and shape your bake. Non-stick options will make getting your bake out easier, or run a knife around the edge to loosen it.

Oven dishes can give your pie that finishing touch. Designed to serve your pudding straight from the dish, the ceramic finish ensures your bake is cooked through.

With multiple blades, settings and speeds, food processors help chop, slice or blend tougher ingredients like nuts and seeds, into the consistency you need.

Forget squeezing lemons until your hands cramp – a juicer will do all the prep and hardwork for you. Use with hard or soft fruits and pop the fresh juice into your bakes.

Blitz through your recipe with a helpful hand blender. Its slim design means it’s easy to store, whilst its different functions and attachments help smoothly combine your ingredients.