9 Tools to Level Up Your Bread Baking Game

One of the best things about baking bread is that it requires very little equipment. Thousands of years of history have shown that you really just need hands, a bowl in which to proof the dough, and a place to bake it. But even so, a few well-chosen pieces of gear can make things simpler, more efficient, and more repeatable.

If you’ve been baking for a while and are looking for ways to improve your process—or even if you’re a newbie who’s simply looking for the best kit to start with—here are a few tools that can help you make better bread more consistently. Many of these aren’t cheap, but, hey, hobbies aren’t about saving money, are they?