The gadgets you need to be a cake boss in your own kitchen

There are only two types of people in this world: those who are savoury fiends and those who would sell their souls for a sweet treat. To those who sit firmly in the savoury foods only camp, we're sorry, this story isn't the place for you.

Love sugar? Then stay a while and enjoy this curated list of baking essentials that will help you whip up the most delicious sweet treats.

NOTE: Prices are accurate at time of publishing.

KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer

$529 on MyerOr get it on KitchenAid

The ultimate tool for home bakers everywhere, the KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer features a locking head-tilt design so that you can easily switch out the included attachments to create different desserts. Featuring a whisk, a flat-beater, and a dough hook, it also comes with a 4.7L stainless steel bowl.

Joseph Joseph Measure-Up Adjustable Measuring Spoon and Nest Measuring Cups

Get the measuring spoonGet the measuring cups

Great bakers need great tools, and Joseph Joseph is known for its nifty, ergonomic creations that make cooking a breeze. The measuring spoon is adjustable and can be used for wet or dry ingredients, and their measuring cup set consists of eight different sizes.

Yakamoz Pastry DIY Cake Decorating Icing Pen

Buy it for $13.99

We've all experienced the hand cramp that comes from squeezing icing out of an unrelenting piping bag; luckily, this decorating pen is here to help. The piping bag slips inside the pen, allowing you to control the piping motion rather than just hoping for the best. It also comes with four icing bags and four different nozzles, so you can choose the shape you're after.

Oxo Good Grips Cookie Press

Here for $59

Measuring 22.8cm x 13.9cm, this cookie press will help you make the most beautifully crafted cookies. Using a lever and one of the 12 steel disc options included, you can make different shapes of cookies for any occasion.

The base is non-slip, so the press will be steady when you use and distribute the dough evenly to make the shape. The press also has a clear cylinder so you can accurately see how much dough you have to work with. Once you've chosen your favourite disc and pressed all the dough, all that's left is to put them in the oven to bake and enjoy. 

10mm Ceramic Pie Weights

$24.25 here

Making your own pastry is an entirely unique beast. Pie pastry can, at times, be the worst offender of cooking crimes. One way to bake your crust without the hassle is to use pie weights. These ceramic pie weights help reduce pastry shrinking in the oven and allow the base to cook evenly. They are washable and reusable, so you can keep making all the pies you can imagine without the fuss. 

Stainless Steel Pastry Lattice Cutter

Get yours for $26.99

Made from food-grade stainless steel, this lattice cutter offers clean, precise cuts. Roll it over the dough for uniform lattice or fishnet patterns to add intrigue to your baked goods.

MasterCraft Cake Cutting Wire

$9.95 here

Making a layered cake? This wire will ensure a quick, clean cut so you can get to your icing. Made of carbon steel, you can conveniently adjust the height of the wire and stabilise it using the feet at the base.

Auswalar Stainless Steel Cake Scraper

Get it here for $9.99

Struggling to get an even scrape of icing, ganache or buttercream on the sides of your cake? This cake scraper is a much-needed solution for any amateur decorator. It evenly spreads the icing, covers the entire cake and makes decorating easy. 

Chicago Metallic Creme Brulee Set

Buy the set here for $48.84

Crème brûlée seems like the dessert you can only order from a restaurant. Now, using this six-piece crème brûlée set, you can make them in your own kitchen. The set comes with four porcelain ramekins, a square pan and an interior rack to help them cook evenly and set them in place. 

Appetito Cook's Blow Torch

Get yours for $29.95

A necessary tool for preparing crème brûlée, meringues and more, this blow-torch will provide a professional touch to your baking creations. Control it via the gas trigger, and adjust the gas via the knob to get your ideal flame strength. It also has a child-resistant safety lock.

Ninja CREAMi Ice Cream Maker

On sale for $228

It's always the perfect time to learn to make ice cream. This Ninja CREAMi Ice Cream Maker can also create sorbets, gelato, smoothie bowls and milkshakes. Using a one-touch system, you can set the speed, pressure and time to create the perfect texture for your ice cream, and it also has a re-spin feature to make it even creamier. 

Wiltshire Rose Gold Heart Cake Tin, 19cm

$16 on Amazon

There's something very novel about a heart-shaped cake. If you're making a birthday cake, an anniversary cake, or even one for Valentine's Day, this is an easy option to help you create the shape.

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