Let Them Eat Cake: 10 Must-Have Products For Aspiring Bakers

* The 10 essential tools every baker should own
* Make delicious cakes, cookies and pies with style and flair
* Ideal for beginning bakers and professional pastry chefs

Whether you’re new to baking or an aspiring pastry chef looking to perfect the art of baking, we’ve rounded up 10 essential baking tools that will take your cookies, cakes and pies to delicious new heights… literally.

1. Smart Icing Smoother by Wilton

​​Constructed with a stainless steel blade, this practical baker’s blade helps you create professional-looking iced cakes with a smooth finish.

2. Digital Kitchen Scale by 1byone

​​Built with a high-quality strain gauge and advanced sensor technology, this digital kitchen scale will ensure accuracy for all your baking and cooking needs.

3. Artisanal Kitchen Supply Cookie Scoop by Bed Bath & Beyond

This convenient cookie scoop is constructed from stainless steel that makes scooping and squeezing cookie dough effortless and mess-free.

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4. 2-Piece Adjustable Cake Smoother by FineGood

Create clean sharp edges on your favorite baked goods every time with this versatile 2-Piece Adjustable Cake Smoother. It can be used on buttercream, fresh cream, ganache and other firm frosting. It also comes with four different cake scrapers to help you create various designs on the side or top of the cakes.

5. Red and White Retro Flour Sifters Set of 2 by World Market

Ensure your dessert is consistent and tasty each time with this stylish Flour Sifters set. Its retro design adds a stylish element to any kitchen while it breaks up clumps of sugar, flour and other ingredients.

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6. Rotating Cake Stand by Wilton

With a 12-inch platform and 3-inch non-slip base, you’ll be able to create wow-worthy cakes right in the comfort of your kitchen no matter if you’re left or right handed.

7. Icing Decorating Tool by Monkey Business

Take the guesswork out of your cake and cookie decoration with this easy-to-use decorating tool. It’s great for kids to get creative with their birthday cake and makes an ideal gift for new bakers looking to elevate their pastries.

8. Good Grips Cookie Press by OXO

​​Make consistent cookies every time for any occasion with this reliable cookie press. You’ll be able to impress family and friends all year long using the 12 stainless steel cookie disk patterns included.

9. Gold and Marble Pedestal Stand by World Market

Made of white marble and metal with a gold finish, you’ll be able to give your sweet creations a luxurious presentation (and a great boost!) with this elegant pedestal stand.

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10. Copper Dash Go Everyday Electric Mixer by World Market

With six preset speeds and a revolving mixing bowl, there’s nothing this everyday electric mixer can’t do. Lightweight and portable, you’ll be able to blend everything from cakes, meringues, mousses and everything in between with just a push of a button.

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