GBBO Is Back! Here’s Everything You Need To Bake Along

This Pyrex Magic Spring Form Cake Tin is the perfect pick if you’re looking to get baking. For its money, it’s fabulous. The tin has a quick-release clasp and loose bottom, allowing you to easily remove your bake. Why not try a trusty Victoria sponge? Made with carbon steel and non-stick, this cake tin is oven safe up to 250 degrees and dishwasher-safe. Your cakes are sure to be a hit.

Customer Review: “I needed a large cake tin to make the base of a 2-tier cake. This is perfect and the price was exceptional.”

This Wilton Rectangle Cake Tin will surely help you to win over your loved ones. After all, traybakes are great for any occasion - from birthdays to tea parties. If you want to experiment with baking, this tin is great for layering and decorating your cakes. Non-stick for easy release, this tray is easy to clean and boasts even cooking.

Customer Review: “I bought this after reading good reviews and they were spot on. This is a heavy, solid pan. I made an apple sponge without even greasing the pan and was able to tip it out clean. The spots left washed away easily with a non-scratch scourer, although I'm sure even a cloth would have done the job. The coating isn't like standard so-called non-stick. It has an almost greasy feel. I would have been happy paying double for it.”

Feeling creative? This pack of Piping Bags and Nozzles (Set of 9) will literally help you put the icing on the cake. (Get it?) If you're thinking of topping your cakes with frosting or buttercream, having a piping bag and nozzles in your kitchen is essential. We love this set! It comes with six stainless steel icing tips, two reusable piping bags as well and one plastic coupler.

Customer Review: “Excellent!! I love everything about this piping bag. So easy to set up, so if you're a beginner at piping then the easy steps in the post will have you set up and ready to use in no time. The bag itself is thick and durable, not cheap and thin material like I've had before. So easy to clean also and comes with a good, few nozzles. Would definitely recommend it.”

If you want to avoid whipping up cake batter and buttercream by hand, a good mixer is a good choice. Even better, this KitchenAid Cordless Hand Mixer 5KHMB732 - Almond is cordless – so no pesky wires are getting in the way of your whisking. Impressive, this hand mixer has seven different speeds for folding, whisking, mixing and beyond! Powerful and rechargeable, this handy kitchen appliance is a favourite of ours.

Customer Review: “This is a really good piece of equipment. I bake regularly and find this has been an added bonus. It’s great not having a cord to deal with. The beaters are gentle but effective. The charge lasts two large cakes plus filling and a Yorkshire pudding. There is a warning light giving you time to sort out charging. I’m delighted with the results of this.”

Want to look professional like the GGBO contestants? A stand mixer will complete the look. Your kitchen will start to look like the infamous tent. It’s a great pick if you’re getting serious about your baking – or just want one less job to do. Mixing can be hard! There are three mixing heads to choose from: a whisk, beater and dough hook. Plus, the KitchenAid 5K45SSBOB Classic Stand Mixer is a multipurpose appliance as it can mince meat, too.

Customer Review: “Anyone that has ever owned a KitchenAid product, should know, that this is one of the best! Look out for sales, as the mixer is a bit on the expensive side, but you'll never look back after getting one of these! It will make everything so much easier and once you get the hang of it, you can start building your attachment collection. that can help you with various other tasks, such as making fresh pasta from scratch, or creating that perfect burger patty with just the right amount of fat and meats in the meat grinder! So versatile! I recommend every kitchen have one of these! You will never regret this purchase!”

Spatulas are a great multi-purpose tool to have in your kitchen drawer. This Silicone Spatula (Set of 4) is great value – and perfect to stash in your kitchen drawers. They’re ideal for mixing, as well as putting buttercream and other smooth icings onto cakes for the ultimate decoration. We love them.

Customer Review: “This set of four brightly coloured spatulas is perfect for baking. The clear plastic handles are nice and strong and the colourful silicone heads are flexible enough to cream and stir ingredients perfectly. I purchased these for use at preschool. We encourage the children to learn skills such as baking, and these spatulas are small and light enough for their little hands. The bright colours are especially appealing to them.”

If we’re honest: no cake is complete without decoration! So - a palette knife is essential if you are going for a nice, smooth finish. This stainless-steel Flexible Palette Knife from Sabatier is ideal for putting silky chocolate ganache onto cakes that will leave a perfectly mirrored finish. We bet you’re picturing it right now. The handle also has a firm grip making it super comfortable to use during decorating.

Customer Review: “A useful addition to any kitchen. Good for children and persons with dexterity issues to use. Substantial, comfortable, ergonomic handle with a wide-based scalloped blade on one side. Makes spreading margarine on toast or that mountain of sandwiches for lunch a breeze. The blade design avoids the risk of accidentally cutting yourself during use. Highly recommended.”

If you want to cut your cakes with ease, then having a cake server knife in the kitchen is a must. This Stainless Steel Server Knife (Pack of 5) from RayPard is of great value. They have a serrated edge to cut through pastries and cakes with ease. Plus, they would make a perfect addition to afternoon teas with loved ones.

Customer Review: “Pretty amazing what you can get for several pounds these days. Cake knives are of very good quality, thick, stainless steel, look great and had no issues after multiple rounds in a dishwasher.”

Biscuits make the ultimate addition to any afternoon. When making biscuits, you need a flat baking tray – so, it’s easy to take them off the tray and pop them onto a cooling rack after baking. This Wilton Cookie or Biscuit Baking Tray has a non-stick surface for easy release to avoid any baking mishaps. Plus, it's quick to clean.

Customer Review: “I was very pleased with this purchase. The trays are very weighty and definitely non-stick. I have used them for biscuits and scones, and they are certainly much better than the ones I had been using.”

This year, this Mason Cash Mini Cookie Cutters (Set of 3) will take your biscuits to the next level. Who doesn't love a star-shaped cookie? They're perfect for any star baker. Once baked, the biscuits make the perfect canvas for the icing of your choice. Get some piping bags and food colouring for a platter of yummy treats. You can opt for a heart or a flower, too.

Customer Review: “Excellent job for puffy pastry cakes."

This rolling pin has a 28cm rolling surface and is made from silicone. Coming with a comfortable grip, this is a great buy for any baking enthusiast. Featuring a red colourway, this Dunelm Silicone Red Rolling Pin produces smooth and even pastry. Plus, a non-stick coating helps food to not stick while rolling. Handy as ever, it's dishwasher-safe.

Ensure your biscuit dough doesn't stick to any surfaces with this Kitchen-Craft Flour Dredger. This evenly distributes flour onto worktops ready for any dough to be rolled and cut into shapes. Give your sides a dusting before you roll.

Customer Review: “Very sturdy and neat looking. Will be perfect for sifting my flour and icing sugar over surfaces/items. My only complaint is that I thought I could get away with a quick wipe inside with anti-bac before use, but the cloth was black! They definitely need washing prior to use.”

After your cookies or biscuits have been in the oven, they need a place to cool off. What better way to cool them off than a cooling rack? This Tala Non-Stick Cake Cooling Tray is great value, boasting a non-stick coating for easy removal. This durable tray from Tala is specially designed to allow steam to evaporate from all surfaces.

Customer Review: "Great Cooling Rack. Non-stick and good size for two 8-inch round cakes or 12 cupcakes. Easy to clean. Good value for money."

We love this traditional mixing bowl from Mason Cash. Not only does this ceramic bowl look aesthetically pleasing to display in any kitchen, but it's also a great size for whipping up batter. The Mason Cash In The Forest Red Mixing Bowl is durable and very pretty. Plus, the beautiful, embossed design provides a perfect grip.

Customer Review: “Nice traditional mixing bowl - solid and heavy and a good size. I just need to not drop it as it’s breakable!"

If you feel the urge to bake some traditional loaves, this Lakeland 2lb Loaf Tin will make the process a breeze. Non-stick, this tin is perfect for achieving great, well-cooked bread at home. Plus, it comes with sure-grip handles for a firm hold with handy fill lines for a perfect, tin-filling rise. We love this addition from Lakeland.

Customer Review: “This is a high-quality loaf tin, with even heat distribution that ensures a loaf is uniformly cooked through. Very big quality non-stick means bread does not stick and is very easy to clean. I am very happy with this.”

Bake Off fans will know just how vital the proving process is as bakers eagerly wait to see if their bread has risen. This Round Bread Proofing Basket will help to absorb moisture and create an impressive, crusty artisan bread. The set also includes a liner cloth, a flexible dough scraper, and a bread lame.

Customer Review: “This is a great starter to get you baking bread. If you haven't made a simple bread or Sourdough Bread before, then I suggest you watch some YouTube videos and then try with this great starter kit. I am a beginner in bread making and the first time wasn't so successful, but I got better by the third time. My family and I make bread at least once a week and it's great fun.”

If GBBO’s bread week has inspired you to create your own focaccia loaded with the flavours of your choice, then these tins are a great pick. Focaccia is great and so versatile. This Masterclass Baking/Roasting Tray is non-stick and a decent size to spread out your bread. Go on, add anything: from olives to cheeses.

Customer Review: “Just wanted to chime in with all the other reviews, indeed this tin is excellent. It's heavy, solid, non-stick and in a size that is suitable for multiple uses. I've used it for big cakes, Swiss roll sponge but also roasts with potatoes. A week ago, I was invited to a friend’s party, made a cake, and took it in this tin. The cake was OK and once it was complemented enough, everyone focused on the tin and how great it looked. Well, it's the kind of tin that impresses people - if you ever thought there is such a thing.”

From Lakeland, this handy dough scraper will help you separate your dough if you're making anything from rolls to mini baguettes. It's sharp, firm and flat, making it easy to divide dough. Give it a go if you need extra help diving up your dough. With a non-slip, soft plastic handle and sharp steel blade, you're in for a treat.

Customer Review: “I've watched TV chefs using this and thought how useful it looked. So, I finally bought this one and my goodness, there are so many things you can use it for as well: for pastry and dough. I find it particularly useful for scraping up vegetables after I've chopped them. Yet another great buy from Lakeland.”

This Pyrex Glass Bowl is perfect for mixing all the ingredients needed to make your bread. With a three-litre depth, you won't have to worry about any spillages or mess. Plus, you can pop smaller bowls inside to make extra space in your cupboards. You can’t get any more robust than Pyrex.

Customer Review: “It is a big bowl, it holds lots of liquids, semi-liquids and hard stuff all very well. The bowl is see-through. I used it in the microwave quite often to make frozen mashed potatoes (yes, I know, I know, I am lazy and I should mash the potatoes myself) but for the purpose of this review, I can assure you it does a good job in the microwave with the mashed potatoes.”

Having a great scale to hand is essential, particularly if you want to achieve precision in your bakes. This Salter Digital Kitchen Scale is the perfect pick to make weighing any ingredients easy and simple. It features an 'Add & Weigh' function allowing you to weigh multiple ingredients in the same bowl.

Customer Review: “I had no hesitation in buying these for my daughter given as already have a set of them. An excellent all-around set of digital scales that have given me no problem and are used 4 times a day every day. I have had them for around 6 or 7 years and can't say a thing against them. Good value for money.”

Next on the list, are desserts. If you’re a big fan of something sweet after your dinner, you could do no wrong getting some mini pudding moulds. Often making an appearance during the technical challenge, pudding bowls provide easy ways to shape (and look after) your Big Finish. We suggest making a delicious (and rather naughty) chocolate pot – or a delectable sticky toffee pudding. These Mini Pudding Basins (Set of 4) from Lakeland are oven-safe and easy to use.

Customer Review: “I bought these to make individual nut roasts for the veggies among us at Christmas. They are lightweight but sturdy and were ideal for the purpose; they are now sitting in the freezer! I can see them being useful for individual portions of many things.”

Made from white fine bone china, this stand is a treat. Though expensive, this Wedgwood Cuckoo 3-Tier Cake Stand is sturdy, exquisitely painted and will look fabulous, adorned with cakes and desserts. It has a stunningly detailed design that will perfectly look after your treats. No matter what you want to display, this stand is up for the job.

One thing about baking: measurements have to be accurate. So, with these Magnetic Measuring Spoons, you can measure teaspoons, tablespoons and more to make sure you have everything suitable for your teatime sweet treats. A Modern Kitchen loves this set because they’re magnetic (pop on your fridge or extractor fan) and have two ends – one for dry ingredients, and the other for liquids.

Customer Review: “If you’ve read any of my reviews, you’ll learn that I break a lot of kitchen implements by smashing them whilst in a cooking frenzy. These ones are lovely and stack really nicely. They’re magnetic and I’m planning on attaching them to a magnetic board to save even more storage space. I like how they’re 2 sided for liquids and powders, or 2 liquids or 2 powders so you don’t double dip?! 10/10 wouldn’t get oil in my turmeric again.”

When it comes to getting your bakes looking as neat as possible, having strong and durable piping bags to hand is essential. These large Bakery Direct Recyclable Piping Bags (100) are perfect for piping batter as well as fillings. They’re professional-quality, food-grade piping bags, great for cake decorating – and much more.

Customer Review: “These piping bags are huge! Much bigger than a regular piping bag, which is great when you've got a big batch of meringue or buttercream to pipe. Super durable and it's great that they are recyclable. My last roll of bags lasted me 4 years so really great value for money.”

Having a good selection of piping tips is always super handy – no matter what you’re doing. They’re good for finishing touches – or for making some interesting treats. These Large Cake Decorating Piping Tips (Pack of 4) have large open and closed star nozzles that are perfect for piping anything from chouxnuts to other pastries or give churros a go.

Customer Review: “I'm a beginner, but I love these I made churros and they came out amazing. I can't wait to make cupcakes, when cleaning them it's easy but I sometimes stab myself with it but you get that with them all, would recommend.”

A thermometer is a kitchen must if you’re making jams and fillings for your pastries. With one of these ThermoPro, TP02S Digital Thermometers, you will ensure that your treats aren’t overcooked. A Modern Kitchen recommends this versatile ThermoPro as it is easy to use and clean and with an instant read, you’ll be super happy with it.

Customer Review: “I love this product. The screen is easy to read and once it finds the temperature it stays fixed. It's easy to switch between Fahrenheit or centigrade, whichever you prefer, with the button on the back. It’s easy to clean - wash the probe and obviously keep digital housing dry. The battery is included, and the metal probe comes with a holder. My only criticism is, unfortunately, it doesn’t come with a temperature chart. I luckily kept the chart from my previous temperature gauge. This is a replacement and a different model, and much better to be honest.”