Baking Tools and Equipment

Which of the following images is an example of baking equipment?

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Answer explanation

A Stand Mixer is an example of baking equipment.

Equipment, by definition, is any small or large appliances.

- It needs electricity to function like blender, microwave oven, stand mixer, and so on.

Tools on the other hand handheld or tools which are powered and manipulated by hands, such as the wooden spoon, pastry blender and measuring spoons.

Which classification does the following baking tools shown at the image belong to?

• Mixing Tools

• Cutting Tools

• Measuring Devices

• Designing Tools

Answer explanation

Measuring spoon, measuring cups, liquid measuring cup, analog scale, digital scale, timer and oven thermometer (image from left to right, starting from the upper part) are examples of measuring devices used in baking.

Measuring devices may vary on its material, usage, amount and what is being measured. 

Which of these classification of baking tools has a function of holding and containing the batter or dough while baking?

• Baking Pans

• Designing Tools

• Mixing Tools

• Cutting Tools

Answer explanation

Proper size and shape of baking pans should be use accordingly, as these affect the quality of the baked product.

TIP: Some bakery products need to be baked in an especially designed bakeware to enhance the product’s aesthetic appearance.

Which of the following classification does a rubber scrapper belong to?

• Cutting tools

• Mixing Tools

• Designing Tools

• Measuring Tools

Answer explanation

Did you know that besides from scraping sticky ingredients or batter mixtures from cups and sides of bowls, rubber scraper can be used as well to transfer the batter into baking pans?

A ________ is a baking tool used for rolling or flattening dough for breads or rolls

 Why is it important to have ample knowledge in the usage and function of different baking tools and equipment? Justify your answer using 3 to 5 sentences.

Choose one classification of baking tool and draw at least 2 examples of baking tools belonging in your chosen classification.