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Whether your guilty pleasure is a tray of warm cookies, creamy puddings, or a thick slice of cake, being able to bake your favorite treats requires two important attributes: precision and patience. Other types of cooking allow for a dash of this and a pinch of that, but baking projects turn out best when the instructions are carefully followed. And of course, one of the hardest parts of baking is waiting for desserts to cool. If you’ve ever tried cutting into a hot pan of brownies or frosting a cake that hasn’t cooled completely, you know how important it is to practice the art of patience before your masterpiece can be enjoyed. The last thing you need, of course, is a well-stocked pantry. And for that, you’ve come to the right place.
How to Stock Your Kitchen for Baking
If you’re the kind of person who loves being able to whip up a batch of cookies at a moment’s notice, then you’ll need to keep your pantry stocked for the occasion.
- Flours: For the most versatile baked goods, you’ll want to keep a range of options on hand, including standard all-purpose flour and alternative options like quinoa flour, amaranth flour, and oat flour, which can add dimension and flavor to recipes.
- Leaveners: Baking soda helps baked goods rise, and baking powder helps them expand.
- Chocolate: Keeping chocolate handy is a must! Opt for both bars and chips so you’re ready for anything.
- Sweeteners: Like flours, keep conventional options around like brown sugar and cane sugar, but you can also experiment with alternatives like monkfruit sweetener and coconut sugar.
- Extracts: A little goes a long way, but extracts like vanilla, almond, and peppermint can take your treats to the next level.
Top Baking Brands
When it comes to the top baking brands, these three take the cake.
Bob's Red Mill
Whole grains are the name of the game at Bob’s Red Mill. Since 1978, the brand has been using an old fashioned milling technique to bring home bakers the best unprocessed flours and baking mixes.
King Arthur Flour
From all-purpose flour to brownie mix, King Arthur Flour has something for every level of baker. The brand has been milling American-grown flour since 1825. Today, its facilities are sun-powered, its products are non-GMO and preservative-free, and King Arthur Flour is a proud Certified B Corporation, too.
Pamela's
Pamela’s got its start in 1988, and has since become a favorite of gluten-free bakers. The line offers everything from baking mixes and cookies to snack bars and flours. Plus, many of the packaged goodies use sugar alternatives like coconut sugar, brown rice syrup, and molasses.
Best Gluten-Free Baking Ingredients
These days, it’s easier than ever to create delicious gluten-free treats that’ll satisfy everyone (and every diet).
Otto’s Cassava Flour
Cassava is a root vegetable that makes a surprisingly wonderful gluten-free and grain-free flour alternative. In many recipes, you can swap it in using a 1:1 ratio.
Thrive Market Almond Flour
Made from non-GMO ground almonds, this grain-free flour is also Certified Gluten-Free. You’ll love the buttery flavor and moist texture in your cookies and cakes!
Simple Mills Chocolate Chip Cookie Mix
Get your cookie fix with this GF mix made with an almond flour base. Just add eggs, oil, and vanilla, then bake for 15 minutes and you’ll have a batch of tender cookies ready to enjoy.
Baking for the Paleo Diet
Check out these great options for baking on a Paleo diet.
Thrive Market Organic Coconut Flour
This bag is made from dehydrated, finely ground coconut meat, making it low-carb, rich in fiber, and gluten-free. You’ll want this stand-by in your pantry for Paleo-friendly treats morning, noon, and night.
Simple Mills Almond Flour Pancake & Waffle Mix
Keep your morning meal Paleo by whipping up a batch of pancakes or waffles—your choice! The dry mix has almond flour, coconut flour, and coconut sugar to power you ‘til lunch.
Bob’s Red Mill Paleo Baking Flour
Crafted just for the Paleo diet, this baking flour is ready to star in crackers, cookies, pancakes, and more. It’s free from grains, gluten, dairy, and beans so it’s perfect for whipping up diet-compliant dishes and treats.
Organic Baking Supplies
It’s easy to eat organic, even when you bake! Just load up on these staples.
Arrowhead Mills Organic Buckwheat Flour
Buckwheat flour is naturally gluten-free and lends an unmistakable nuttiness to everything from crepes to waffles.
King Arthur Flour Gluten-Free Pancake Mix
This organic and gluten-free blend makes whipping up your morning breakfast a snap. Fortified with iron, calcium, and vitamin D, you can enjoy extra nutrients while you nosh.
Simple Mills Organic Vanilla Frosting
Luscious and creamy, this vanilla frosting is the perfect finishing touch on your next cake or cupcake batch.
Baking Recipes and Tips
From vegan baking to all-star gluten-free recipes, head to the blog for even more baking inspiration.
14 Gluten- and Dairy-Free Dessert Recipes
The whole family will love these tried-and-true treats that are all deliciously gluten-free.
Baking Vegan Cupcakes
Here’s everything you need to know about baking the best batch of crave-worthy vegan cupcakes.
Paleo Hot Cross Buns Recipe
The batter for these delectable buns mixes three types of gluten-free flour (tapioca, almond, and coconut) for the perfect texture.