16 IKEA Baking Must-Haves To Look For On Your Next Shopping Trip

If you've recently started baking at home — everything from breads to cookies to cakes and more — then there's probably a baking tool or gadget that you're in need of (and you should also read our guide on baking tips every home cook should know). Or maybe you're already an experienced baker who is looking to replace some old tools that you've had for ages. Either way, you should head to your nearest IKEA, where you can find a plethora of baking must-haves that will help you make better desserts and baked goods. Seriously, it has all the pans, utensils, and baking accessories that you'll need for just about any baking endeavor. 

Anyone who has been to IKEA before knows that it can get a bit overwhelming in there — after all, it sells much more than just kitchen items, and you may find yourself distracted by, say, the furniture or office supplies. To help you stay on track to upgrade your baking tools, we've made this list of some of the IKEA products that are a must-buy for any home baker. You'll find items such as baking pans, baking utensils, and products to hold or display all of the yummy treats you've made. Read on to see which of these baking products you want to add to your cart.

There are basically an endless number of delicious loaf pan recipes — there's banana bread, of course, but then there are things like lemon loaf or even cinnamon sugar pull-apart bread. To make all of these recipes and more, you'll want to buy this stainless steel loaf pan from IKEA. With the steel material, it's designed to evenly distribute heat. Just grease the pan beforehand, and you'll have the perfect loaf when it's done. It's 2.2 quarts and dishwasher-safe.

Buy the VINTERROCKA stainless steel loaf pan from IKEA for $8.99.

Baking sheets are easily one of the most used kitchen items. They can be used for savory dishes, too, but when it comes to dessert, you'll use them to make things like cookies, sheet-pan cakes, scones, and more. At IKEA, you can buy this two-piece stainless steel baking sheet set. The set comes with two different sizes, so you can use the one most applicable to the recipe you're making — and they're dishwasher-safe, making your life easier.

Buy the VINTERROCKA two-piece stainless steel baking sheet set from IKEA for $15.99.

With all this baking that you'll be doing, you're also going to need a place to store all of the delicious treats — and that's where these tins come in. This set comes with two tins, each of which holds 2.6 quarts and comes with a matching lid. There are two fun, pastel colors: blue and yellow. They're also stackable if you're short on kitchen storage space. These tins can store baked goods such as cookies, brownies, scones, muffins, and so on.

Buy the BETTHAJ two-piece tin set from IKEA for $12.99.

A cooling rack is a very important piece of equipment for anyone who bakes at home. For example, you always need to cool your cookies on a rack for the best results. With this in mind, if you don't already have one, you can pick one up from the LÄTTBAKAD series at IKEA. It's made of stainless steel and is dishwasher-safe. As a bonus, it folds up for storage, making it much easier to keep around even if you have limited space in your kitchen. 

Buy the LÄTTBAKAD cooling rack from IKEA for $8.99.

Mixing bowls are a must for any baker — they'll likely be one of your most used items. If you don't already own some (or need a couple more on hand), grab this two-piece white mixing bowl set from IKEA. These bowls have a rubber ring at the base to keep them in place while you're mixing your ingredients together (which helps prevent any accidental spillage). The set comes with a larger bowl and a smaller one.

Buy the VISPAD two-piece white mixing bowl set from IKEA for $9.99.

Next up, we have a limited-time item — it's a four-piece kitchen utensil set in a lovely pale pink color with light wood handles. If your kitchen needs a pop of color, this is the set for you. It comes with a balloon whisk, a pastry brush, and two spatulas (of different shapes/sizes). These tools are made of silicone, making them heat-resistant. The handles, which are a light brown color, have a hole at the bottom if you'd like to hang the utensils to save storage space.

Buy the BAKTIDER four-piece kitchen utensil set from IKEA for $9.99.

For all of your measuring needs, buy this glass measuring cup from the VARDAGEN series at IKEA. The cup — which is dishwasher-safe, by the way — has easy-to-read measurement markings to make it easy for you to be precise with your liquid amounts while baking. The glass is heat-resistant and safe for the microwave. There are two sizes for you to choose from: 17-ounce and 34-ounce.

Buy the VARDAGEN glass measuring cup at IKEA — the 17-ounce option costs $7.99, while the 34-ounce option costs $12.99.

If you like baking multiple treats at once, invest in this baking sheet rack. It can be used to store prepared items that are waiting to go in the oven or to set various sheets on the shelves while the baked goods cool off. When not in use, the baking sheet rack folds up for easier storage. This item is likely something that you may not have thought to buy, but it will make a big difference in your kitchen once you have it.

Buy the SVARTABBORRE baking sheet rack from IKEA for $14.99.

For anyone unfamiliar, a springform pan is a two-piece pan with a removable outer ring, which allows for a clean release of the baked good. Essentially, you should use the pan for any dessert that would get messed up by turning the pan upside down to release. It's great for cakes, cheesecakes, tortes, and so on. This springform pan from IKEA is made of stainless steel and is dishwasher-safe.

Buy the VINTERROCKA stainless steel springform pan from IKEA – the 8 ¾ option costs $8.99 and the 10 ¼ option costs $14.99.

Anyone who enjoys baking and decorating cakes needs a good piping tool set. This one from IKEA comes with a piping bag — which is made with silicone and designed to be both durable and flexible — as well as six different piping tips for various decorative designs. Once you've bought the piping tool set, be sure to read our cake decorating tips that every beginner should know before you decide what cake recipe you'll be trying first, and prepare to start making some impressively decorated cakes. 

Buy the SMAKSAM piping tool set from IKEA for $11.99.

Here's a must-buy for all pie lovers: the VINTERROCKA stainless steel pie plate. Thanks to the stainless steel, heat is distributed evenly, so you can expect a perfectly cooked pie. The 12-inch pie plate is dishwasher-safe and oven-safe up to 536 degrees Fahrenheit. Once you buy this plate, you'll be ready to make all the delicious pie recipes — perhaps you'll start with classic apple pie, chocolate pecan pie, or spiced pumpkin pie.

Buy the VINTERROCKA stainless steel pie plate from IKEA for $8.99.

Next, we have another limited time item from BAKTIDER — which matches the limited time four-piece utensil set with its pale pink color. This mold will give your cake a beautiful exterior shape. It's made of silicone, which will allow the cake to release easily, and it has two handles to further help you cake the cake out without strain. It's also both dishwasher and microwave-safe.

Buy the BAKTIDER fluted ring cake mold from IKEA for $9.99.

A dough whisk is what you need if you, well, will be mixing dough. This specific type of whisk is designed to allow you to easily mix dough ingredients without everything sticking together (while blending everything thoroughly). It's made of stainless steel, with a light birch wood handle. The only downside is that it's hand-wash only, so no easy dishwasher cleaning — but it will definitely be worth it, especially if you frequently work with dough.

Buy the VARDAGEN dough whisk from IKEA for $5.99.

You can't make muffins without a muffin mold, so if you want to make some delicious handheld treats — such as, say, blueberry muffins, cream cheese-stuffed pumpkin muffins, or even bacon-cheddar breakfast muffins – then you should check out this product. This mold is made of silicone to evenly distribute heat, as well as allow for an easy release of the treats. It's also dishwasher-safe for an easy wash and microwave-safe.

Buy the BAKTIDER muffin mold from IKEA for $9.99.

If you put in the work to make a beautiful dessert — perhaps a chocolate praline layer cake or a pineapple upside-down cake – then you're going to need a good place to store and display it. And that's where this beautiful clear glass cake stand, complete with a matching lid, comes in. But it doesn't have to be confined to just cakes. This display case can hold everything from brownies to muffins to cookies and so on.

Buy the ARV BRÖLLOP clear glass cake stand from IKEA for $29.99.

With all of this baking that you're going to be doing, you're going to need to protect yourself. So, you'll want to add this silicone oven mitt from the SANDVIVA series to your IKEA cart. The material is heat-insulating, so you'll be plenty protected from the hot items coming out of the oven. Plus, the grooves in the silicone will give you a solid grip on whatever you're grabbing from the oven. The mitt is also dishwasher-safe, so cleaning it will be a breeze.

Buy the SANDVIVA silicone oven mitt from IKEA for $4.99.