What are the different kinds of baking tools?

Answer 1

Mixing Bowl

Any sturdy, 4-quart capacity bowl is fine.Thermometer

When you bake with yeast, it's crucial that water temperature is accurate. No finger is sensitive enough. Look for one with a stainless steel stem and dial on topMeasuring Spoons and Cup

Don't "eyeball" the amount you need. Use measuring spoons and cups for accuracy. Level off flour with a knife or straight edge. Make sure your measuring cup for liquids is placed on a straight surface.Wooden or Metal Spoon

A long handle is required; either wood or metal will do.Rubber Spatula

Because it's flexible, you can scrape dough from the sides of the bowl without scratching it.Baking Pans

Common sizes: sizes are 9" x 5" or 8 1/2" x 4 1/2". Keep in mind that shiny pans reflect heat so baking time is generally longer. You'll also get lighter crusts than breads baked in dark pans which absorb heat. Special pans for French Breads and other specialty breads are also available.Timer

Especially important to measure the resting time of dough precisely.Wire Cooling Rack

The steam that builds up in the pan can make bread loaves soggy. A wire cooling rack helps bread cool down when it's just come out of the oven.Dough Hook

Excellent attachment for mixing dough with hand or stationary mixers.Food Processor

If you purchase one to mix dough, you'll find many other uses for it.Plastic Wrap/Kitchen Towel

Keep on hand to cover the dough as it rises. Plastic wrap should be sprayed with non-stick shortening; towel should be damp.Rolling Pin

A reliable tool for shaping and rolling doughRuler

Helpful when you need to measure dough after it has been rolled.Pastry Brush

You need a brush to apply egg washes and thin glazes.Serrated Knife

It's the best for cutting bread.

Answer 2

The essentials are:

Measuring cups and spoons

Mixing bowls

Electric beater

Pans (the type is specific to what sort of baking you're doing)

Those are pretty much the basics for a standard cookie or cake recipe. Once you get into more difficult and intricate recipes you'll need to stock up on the required specific tools.