6 Essential Utensils in the Patisserie World

Although pastry making is an art that requires a great deal of delicacy, patience and dedication, it’s not necessary to be a great pastry chef, but it’s necessary to have the essential and fundamental tools.
What is really essential to have and buy to make sweets?
In answer to this question, IOC has put together a list of utensils that will allow you to do almost anything. So, if you want to immerse yourself in the world of baking, keep reading this article.

The Essential Utensils

Scale:
As the pastry is all about precision, the scale had to be first on the list. It will be your best friend as it will ensure uniformity in every recipe. The best option is digital scales, which are easy to use and allow you to weigh both liquids and solids, always maintaining the same accuracy.

Mixer:
This utensil is indispensable for making any dessert that requires air in its preparation. The electric mixer (with at least 200W) will beat various ingredients more accurately in less time and without much effort.

Bowls, Pots or Pans:
Bowls of different sizes are perfect for whisking or mixing in the right way. In addition, they are also essential for separating the different ingredients in a recipe.
Pots or pans, preferably with thick bottoms, are the right ones to cook creams, caramels, syrups and fillings safely and with quality.

Shapes and Moulds:
As it is impossible to make a cake without having somewhere to bake it, shapes and moulds are more than crucial, they are necessary. It’s very important to know what kind you need for each occasion. Silicone and removable bottom ones are, without a doubt, a must-have. Also remember that they must be heat resistant, easy to use and wash.

Rolling Pin:
The rolling pin is indispensable for any recipe that includes dough. It stretches and levels the dough evenly to achieve the desired thickness.

Brushes, Whisks, etc:
The brushes are ideal for spreading the fat in shapes or moulds, for whisking eggs, milk or syrup, depending on the recipe. Whisk sticks are recommended for whipping creams or batters by hand, which require more delicacy, with a good incorporation of air and an excellent ability to homogenise. Other essentials are: measuring spoons and cups, spatulas, knives, scrapers and sieves.

From here, and as your passion for baking grows, your equipment list will grow too. When you're ready to take the next step, check out these wonderful kits to create different appetizers and sweets.
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It’s pastry time!