I love cake. I mean, LOVE it. I also love to bake, so put me in front of a mixing bowl or some cupcake tins, and I’m happy to oblige. I started with a few basic tools to get me through several tried-and-true recipes.

However, I wanted to expand my skills, which meant expanding my baking station.

If you’re like me and you love to whip up tasty sweets, treats, and baked deliciousness, then this is the list for you.

IKEA offers affordable, high-quality picks that transform your kitchen into your own little boutique bakery.

Cakes, cookies, muffins, pies, and all sorts of yummy goodies are plenty of motivation to assemble the ultimate baking station. But with these gotta-have baking essentials, you’ll want to fire up the oven pronto!

Baking Prep Tools

A big part of baking is the prep work. Ask any baker, and they’re sure to tell you that when it comes to baking, there’s not much wiggle room or chances to wing it. Therefore, quality measuring tools and aids to help get things just right are vital if you want to end up with a tantalizing treat that’s truly exceptional.

BAKTRADITION Baking Mat

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$5.99

Get perfectly sized cookies, macaroons, and meringues every time using this silicone baking mat. Line your baking pan with it (the silicone releases baked goods easily), then toss it into the dishwasher for easy cleanup.

LÄTTBAKAD Bowl Scraper

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$4.99

Don’t let any batter or dough go to waste! This handy bowl scraper gets every last bit of batter out of the bowl, which helps with accurate measuring, decreases waste, and makes cleanup easier. It’s also perfect for scraping up cookie dough after making cutouts, so you can make more!

IDEALISK Sifter

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$5.99

This sifter features an easy squeeze-handle design that’s comfortable to use. It gets annoying lumps out of your flour, so you get fluffier, lighter cakes and more.

VARDAGEN Measuring Cup

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$7.99

A good** **measuring cup is a must for getting the right amount for all of your liquid ingredients. This one is microwave and dishwasher-safe and is available in a 17 or 34-ounce size.

VARDAGEN Dry Measuring Cups Set

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$9.99

To make sure you have the right amount of sugar, flour, and other dry goods, add this** **set of dry measuring cups to your baking arsenal. You get four different measurements, and they double as convenient scoops.

VARDAGEN Measuring Spoons

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$6.99

The saying goes, it’s the little things in life that make life worth living. Well, in the baking world, the little things are flavors and spices, and you don’t want to add too much or too little. The VARDAGEN** **measuring spoons make it easy, and they all fit into one another for easy storage.

LÄTTBAKAD Cookie Cutter Rounds

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$4.99

Get perfectly round cookies every time with this set of stainless steel cookie cutters. They come in various sizes. You can also use them to create small cakes, cut fondant circles, or trace guidelines onto parchment.

MAGASIN Rolling Pin

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$8.99

A wooden** **rolling pin is a baking classic, giving you the power you need to roll out dough to the ideal thickness. After all, if the dough’s too thick, you could end up with uneven baking, leading to less favorable results. This solid beech option looks good, too.

Essential Baking Pans and Dishes

What are your go-to recipes? A decadent chocolate cake? Warm and fluffy blueberry muffins? Maybe a fresh-baked loaf of nutty banana bread? (Are you drooling yet?) Make sure you have the right pans and dishes to whip up your recipe of choice.

VARDAGEN Interchangeable Cake Pan

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$14.99

I am ordering this** **two-in-one cake pan in time for my holiday baking and beyond. I have a small kitchen, so anything that saves space is a win. This clever item gives you a bundt and a regular cake pan in one. Plus, the removable base makes it fast and easy to get the cake out of the pan.

VINTERROCKA Loaf Pan

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$7.99

This simple** **loaf pan makes easy work of baking a tasty zucchini or banana bread (or any other kind of bread you can dream up). The steel pan heats the dough evenly, creating delicious loaves that make a tasty dessert or a scrumptious gift.

VARDAGEN Baking Pan

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$12.99

What’s a baking station without a classic sheet-style** **baking pan? This 15” x 10” pan is perfect for whipping up everything from a batch of cookies to a flatbread pizza. The raised sides prevent spills and turn this pan into a serving dish straight out of the oven.

KANTNÅL Muffin Mold

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$6.99

This** **silicone muffin mold is easy to clean thanks to its smooth release. Cupcakes, muffins, and even frozen treats come out in a pinch, no baking cups required. It bakes 8 items at once, so you’ll probably want to pick up at least two or three to whip up some full batches.

VARDAGEN Pie Plate

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$12.99

Isn’t there something just so pretty about a fresh-baked pie on a beautiful pie plate? The image just exudes cozy vibes, doesn’t it? This stoneware powerhouse is good to go anywhere, whether it’s in the microwave, dishwasher, or the oven (up to 536 °F)!

VINTERROCKA Springform Pan

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$12.99

If you’re a cheesecake fan, then you pretty much have to add a springform pan to your list of baking tools. This stainless steel one from IKEA heats evenly, and the removable sides provide a perfect finish.

VISPAD Mixing Bowls

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$9.99

These** **mixing bowls are a versatile addition to your baking station. They’re dishwasher-safe and can go in the microwave and freezer, too. A rubber ring on the bottom prevents slipping and sliding as you’re stirring your favorite recipes, and the spout makes it easy to pour contents straight into pots and pans.

MIXTUR Glass Baking Dish

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$9.99

A** **glass baking dish is one of my go-to pans. It’s easy to clean, goes in the oven and dishwasher, and you can serve from it. It also makes it easy to see how the sides of your dish look, providing a pretty centerpiece on the dinner table, too.

Baking Utensils

You don’t have to buy hundreds of super-specific utensils when it comes to baking incredible desserts, but there are a few key pieces you need. Start with these basics to build the ultimate baking station without cluttering drawers and cabinets.

RÖRT Wooden Spoon

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$2.99

The RÖRT wooden spoon has a timeless look, and the hole in the handle makes it simple to hang it within easy reach. It also features a non-stick coating that keeps it a breeze to clean. Wooden spoons are also gentle on pots and pans, making them a popular pick in the kitchen.

BÄCKRÖDING Spatula Set

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$5.99

Use this** **spatula set to scoop every last bit out of the bowl, spread sauces, or frost cakes. The acacia handles are pretty and sturdy, and the silicone tops are easy to clean. The set comes with a small and a large spatula, both with convenient hanging holes.

LÄTTBAKAD Offset Spatula Set

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$7.99

This large and small** **offset spatula set is perfect for icing cakes and cupcakes efficiently. The angled heads make it easy to go from top to side and keep everything smooth. They’re also good for tempering chocolate, featuring durable, smooth, stainless steel blades.

KONCIS Whisk

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$4.99

Whisk up some fluffy meringues by getting your egg whites to the perfect consistency. IKEA’s stainless steel whisk showcases a functional shape that allows you to reach everywhere inside the bowl so you don’t miss a drop. The comfortable handle also makes it more manageable to keep up the whisking motion, because, as bakers know, it’s all in the timing.

BAKGLAD Pastry Brush

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$1.99

Use this cute and colorful** **pastry brush to add melted butter or an egg wash to the tops of rolls, biscuits, and so much more to give them that perfect, golden brown finish. And it’s dishwasher-safe!

IDEALISK Ice Cream Scoop

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$5.99

If you’re wondering why you need an** **ice cream scoop for your baking station, well, I mean, ice cream cake? Just kidding (although you could certainly use it for that). But I love using an ice cream scoop to get perfectly portioned batter into my muffin and cupcake molds.

After the Oven

When the oven dings, you’ve arrived at one of the best parts of baking! You’re one step closer to enjoying the fruits of your labor. But patience pays off! Before you dig in, let things cool, add the perfect finishing touches, and serve cake and other yummy creations in style.

RINNIG Double Oven Mitt

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$4.99

Protect your hands, fingers, and arms with this pretty, patterned double** **oven mitt. It provides extra coverage, and it’s machine-washable, so there’s no need to worry about spills or stains.

SANDVIVA Silicone Pot Holder

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$5.99

The pattern on this silicone pot holder provides an extra-durable grip as it protects your hands from heat. It also doubles as a trivet, and the handy hole allows you to hang it close by for a quick grab. It’s also dishwasher-safe, which is always a plus.

SVARTABBORRE Foldable Baking Sheet Rack

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$14.99

This** **folding baking sheet rack is a space-saving dream! No more juggling multiple baking dishes when you’re short on counter space. This folding rack lets you keep up to four pans on standby or cool them simultaneously, without using any extra surface area.

LÄTTBAKAD Cooling Rack

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$8.99

A** **cooling rack gives you a place to put hot pans quickly, but also a place for baked treats to finish cooling evenly. This rack folds, making storage easy, and you can stack more than one to handle large batches.

SMAKSAM Piping Tool Set

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$9.99

One of my favorite parts of making fun cakes and treats is decorating them. This piping bag and tools combo allows you to switch from six different tips easily to create various designs. The silicone bag is easy to clean and dishwasher-safe.

KRISPIG Cake Carrier

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$17.99

Are you in charge of bringing dessert? The KRISPIG** **cake carrier keeps everything contained and easy to handle, with four latching sides. The bottom is dual-sided, with one side perfect for cakes, and the other featuring ridges to corral smaller bites, like muffins and cupcakes.

BETTHAJ Cookie Tins

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$9.99

These pastel** **cookie tins are great for holding dry goods and baked treats, keeping things fresh and tasty. They also look good out on display, with pretty ridges around the sides and vibrant colors.

ARV BRÖLLOP Cake Stand

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$29.99

Turn dessert into a festive centerpiece with this clear, glass** **cake stand. The etched glass bottom provides a pretty detail, and the lid protects the contents from pesky flies, dust, and eager toddlers.

Already dreaming about what you’ll make once you assemble your baking station? Share your favorite baking tips and recipes, and let us know what baking tool you can’t live without.

Now, if you’ll excuse me, I need to go preheat the oven!