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You have the enticing pie recipe, the fresh ingredients, butter chilling in the fridge; all you need are the essential pie making tools to get started. Baking a pie at home is an exciting endeavor, and using the best tools for the job can make the baking process smoother and more enjoyable. So, we’ve gathered the 19 pie making tools every baker needs to help you get started.
Whether you’re a skilled home baker, just getting started or preparing for some online baking classes, this list covers everything you need for pie making mastery.
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Make pie baking easy as pie with these must-have products. With a good rolling pin, a few pans and some fun pie making tools, the sky’s the limit with your recipes.
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Stoneware Pie Plate
After you’ve chosen a pie recipe, the next thing your mind might go to (besides grocery shopping) is what you’re going to bake it in. This Taste of Home pie plate is pretty and practical. It’ll fit just about any classic pie recipe and the markers around the edge guide you to cut perfect slices. Want to expand your pie plate collection? Here are some more of the best pie dishes around.
Pastry Blender
Cutting butter into pie pastry is essential for flaky pie crust. Once you’ve got a good mixing bowl, use the pastry blender to press the blades into the butter until it is integrated into the dough. When you’re done making pie, you can use it to cut butter into your biscuit dough. Show off your skills by making our recipe for classic butter pie pastry.
Silicone Pastry Mat
It sounds silly, but bakers know this is the truth: Rolling out the right size crust for your pie can be the trickiest part of the whole process. A silicone pastry mat can solve all those problems. This mat has printed guides to help you measure the right size round for your pie or tart pan. Soon this will become one of your favorite baking tools.
Pie Crust Cutter
If you struggle to roll your dough out to an exact circle, this handy pie crust cutter is for you. It precisely cuts your crust anywhere between 3 and 14 inches in diameter.
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Ruler
A plain, ol’ school ruler is a must in the kitchen. You’ll find yourself reaching for this basic ruler over and over to measure the diameter of your crust, the thickness of cookie dough or double-check the dimensions of a pie pan. Just like a food scale, it’s an invaluable tool and easy to stash right in the drawer with your other gadgets.
Food Processor
Our test kitchen tested for the best food processors out there and landed on this food processor. With so many pie crusts involving cutting butter into the dough, a food processor can speed the process up and even guarantee a better crust consistency.
Decorative Pie Crust Cutter
No matter what pies and tarts you’re whipping up, you’re going to need a few different mixing bowls. You’ll need to mix up your filling, you’ll need to cut butter into the dry ingredients or you might need to whip egg whites for meringue. So invest in the best mixing bowls for your needs—you won’t regret it!
Kitchen Scissors
Once you’ve rolled out your pie dough and gently draped it over your pie pan, you can take a pair of kitchen scissors and trim the edge of your pan so that you have a perfectly-proportioned pie.
Measuring Cups and Measuring Spoons
Precision is everything when it comes to baking pies and tarts. That’s why measuring out your ingredients is super important—we suggest investing in good measuring cups and measuring spoons so that when you’re making pretty tarts you can have consistent baking success.
Apple Peeler
If you’re as apple pie obsessed as we are, you know how much this adorable apple peeler will come in handy. Whether you’re making our hand-held apple pies or a classic Dutch apple pie, peeling apples with this tool will make the whole baking experience a bit more monumental.
Marble Pastry Board
When you’re making pie crust, or any kind of pastry, keeping your pastry cool is critical. Cold butter means flaky layers; melted butter means a mess. Using a marble pastry board, especially one that’s been chilled, will ensure that your pie crust stays cool to form those irresistible flaky layers.
Deep Dish Pie Pan
For some recipes where you just can’t get enough filling, you’ll want a deeper pie dish. This Emile Henry pie pan is just a bit deeper than its classic counterpart and is perfect for accommodating all kinds of fillings, especially fruit fillings. It’s a lovely gift for pie bakers, too.
Cherry Pitter
We admit it—this tool isn’t needed for just any ‘ole pie. But when you’re making cherry pie, this cherry pitter is a game-changer and keeps you from getting covered in cherry stain. Bonus: it also works for olives.
Pastry Brush
To get a shiny glaze on top of your pies and tarts, you’ll need a pastry brush. For the delicate crust and fragile fruits, we recommend a natural fiber brush. It helps give all your bakes a pretty finishing touch.
Pie Bird
When you make double-crust pies, over-filling is always an issue. You don’t want the insides to bubble over and mar the gorgeous crust. A pie bird is an old-fashioned device that can remedy this problem. Set this birdie into the top of your pie for a vent that will help release steam and prevent filling from seeping out of your pie. Learn exactly how to use a pie bird.
Pie Weights
Many pies and tarts require you to blind bake the crust prior to filling. But you can’t just pop an empty shell into the oven—you need to put some weight inside to keep the bottom nice and flat. That’s where these reusable ceramic pie weights come in handy. You can use dried beans in a pinch, but the extra heft of these specially designed weights keeps everything in order.
Pie Shield
Sometimes the crust of your favorite pie starts to brown faster than the filling can bake. Don’t fret! Prevent your crust from browning (or burning) with a pie shield. This adjustable silicone one fits any round pie pan and is much simpler to use than strips of aluminum foil.
Cast-Iron Skillet
Nope, that cast-iron skillet isn’t just for dinner. This piece of cookware is also a must for rustic cast-iron pies. These deep-dish pies are homey and packed full of delicious flavor.
Pie Server
We all know that the first slice of pie is the trickiest to remove from the pan, but with a flexible pie server, the job gets a lot easier. The flexible silicone of this OXO server bends easily to scoop up every bit of filling and crust.
Bench Scraper
You’ll find dozens of uses for a bench scraper in your kitchen, but this small tool especially comes in handy when making pies. Use this tool to divide your pie crust, move bits of pastry or clean up your work top.
Hand Pie Molds
OK, these little molds aren’t absolutely essential when it comes to pie-making tools, but they are so darn cute! These hand pie molds from Williams-Sonoma create adorable mini pies that go way beyond the basic shape. Just think how adorable these would be lined up for brunch or a dessert table.
Tamper
When making a graham cracker crust for pies, you really need to compact those crumbs so they form a solid crust. A glass will do in a pinch, but this wooden tamper is the precise tool for the job. Use it to press down on the crumbs to form a solid base. The small side is also great for making mini pie crusts or even tassies.
Best Pie Making Tools
The Mrs. Anderson’s Silicone 16.5″ Pie Crust Maker Bag is an essential pie making tool for achieving perfectly round and consistent pie crusts. The naturally non-stick silicone surface easily releases dough without holes or torn edges, helping you create beautiful pie crusts with minimal mess and zero guesswork.
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Mrs. Anderson’s Apple Peeling Machine
For apple pie bakers, Mrs. Anderson’s Apple Peeling Machine is one of the most essential pie tools to have in your kitchen. The machine simultaneously peels, cores and slices apples, exponentially cutting down prep time. This tool is essential for any high-volume apple task, like making applesauce or apple butter.
Fante’s Cousin Rosa’s Pastry Cutter
A pastry cutter is great to have on hand for making decorative lattice pie crusts or trimming the ends of a round pie crust. Fante’s Cousin Rosa’s Pastry Cutter boasts two stainless steel blades: one straight and one zig zag. This tool glides through pie crust with ease, creating crisp cuts in any pastry dough.
Mrs. Anderson’s 12″ Classic Rolling Pin
A beautiful, practical rolling pin is one of the most essential pie making tools to have in your home kitchen. Mrs. Anderson’s 12″ Classic Rolling Pin is made from solid maple and has sturdy steel ball bearings to ensure even rolling, making it one of the best pie crust tools to have in your baking arsenal.
Mrs. Anderson’s Baking Pastry Dough Scraper
A pastry dough scraper makes transferring, portioning and scraping dough clean and easy. Mrs. Anderson’s Baking Pastry Dough Scraper gets the job done with a solid wood handle and sturdy stainless steel blade. You’ll wonder how you ever managed without this useful pie making tool!
Mrs. Anderson’s Baking Pastry Blender
Mrs. Anderson’s Baking Pastry Blender joins the list of best pie baking tools because it makes it easier than ever to cut butter into pie crusts. Made from solid stainless steel, this pastry blender will cleanly cut through butter to incorporate it smoothly into dry ingredients. This versatile tool can also be used for all kinds of pastry, from scones to biscuits.
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Ballarini Silicone Pastry Brush
A silicone pastry brush is perfect for brushing butter on top of a pie crust before popping it in the oven. The Ballarini Silicone Pastry Brush is a fantastic tool for this delicate brushwork; its silicone bristles are gentle on pans and crusts, while the ergonomic handle ensures a comfortable grip. It even has a hanging hole for easy storage.
Cuisinart Pro Custom 11 11 Cup Food Processor
The Cuisinart Pro Custom 11 11 Cup Food Processor will be your new go-to pie making tool for blending graham cracker crusts, cutting butter into flour and more. This machine has an industrial-quality motor and a variety of slicing, chopping and shredding blades for professional results every time.
Anolon Advanced Bakeware 9″ Springform Pan
A springform pan is the secret to a deep-dish pastry crust, and the Anolon Advanced Bakeware 9″ Springform Pan will not let your sky-high crust dreams down. The durable nonstick coating makes for an easy release, and the professional leak-proof lock keeps all the ingredients nestled in the pan. The perfect pie making tool for deep dish apple pies, chicken pot pies and of course, cheesecakes.
Zwilling Kitchen Scale
A kitchen scale is key to precisely measuring ingredients for any baked good, including pies. The cordless Zwilling Kitchen Scale, developed in Germany and designed in Italy, is sleek, easy to use and precise. Its built-in LCD display can read out measurements in grams, kilograms, ounces and pounds, and it charges quickly with an included USB cable.
Mrs. Anderson’s Measuring Cups – Set of 4
This simple, durable set of Mrs. Anderson’s Measuring Cups is a timeless option for a pie making tool you’ll use again and again in the kitchen. Made of stainless steel, these nestable measuring cups come in 1/4, 1/3, 1/2 and 1 cup increments and will stand the test of time.
Mason Cash S12 11. 5″ Mixing Bowl
A mixing bowl is one of the essential pie making tools to have in your kitchen for mixing up all parts of the pie, from crust to filling. The Mason Cash S12 11.5″ Mixing Bowl, embossed with fox forest scenes inspired by folk tales of the mid-19th century, is a beautiful addition to your baking tools. Made from high-quality stoneware, this bowl is heavy enough to stay still while you mix but light enough to hold with one arm. It’s also chip-resistant, so you can enjoy the bowl for baking project after baking project.
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Harold Import Co. Mixing Bowl 2 Qt
For a more classic mixing bowl option, the Harold Import Co. Mixing Bowl 2 Qt won’t let you down. Made from heavyweight stainless steel, the brushed finish hides fingerprints while the reinforced rim prevents warping. This versatile bowl is perfect for mixing dough, syrupy fillings or delicate crumbles. Plus, this pie making tool is dishwasher safe for easy clean up.
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Mrs. Anderson’s Measuring Spoons – Set of 6
Mrs. Anderson’s Measuring Spoons – Set of 6 is the no-frills utensil for precise measuring you need in your pie making tool kit. This set includes a 1/8, 1/4, 1/2 and a full teaspoon, as well as a full tablespoon and a bonus 2 teaspoon. Each spoon is clearly engraved and they nest, making storage a breeze.
Best Pie Cutter Tool
Take the guesswork out of cutting evenly-sliced pieces of pie with Mrs. Anderson’s Pie Marker. Made of durable, high-quality stainless steel, this pie marker scores pie crusts to ensure eight even, professional slices, which reduces waste and improves presentation.
Best Pie Weights
Pie weights ensure even heating when you blind-bake a pie crust, helping avoid bubbling, shrinking or buckling — a key pie making tool for any home baker. Mrs. Anderson’s Ceramic Pie Weights, made from ceramic stoneware, are ideal for any size of fresh or frozen crusts, and make a perfect gift for bakers.
Best Pie Crust Tool
Never burn the edges of your pie again — Mrs. Anderson’s 10″ Pie Crust Shield is the environmentally-friendly answer to prevent burning and over-browning. Compared to aluminum foil, this solid aluminum pie crust shield is simple to fit onto a pie and is also reusable. This pie making tool is perfect for frozen and homemade pies as well as blind baking empty pie shells.
Mrs. Anderson’s Adjustable Silicone Pie Shield
If you’re looking for a more flexible pie shield, Mrs. Anderson’s Adjustable Silicone Pie Shield is your answer. Mrs Anderson’s Adjustable Silicone Pie Shield prevents burning and over-browning, and the adjustable fit allows you to flex the shield to fit each unique pie. Reusable, non-stick and dishwasher safe, this is the ideal baking accessory for home bakers.
Best Pie Dish
No list of essential pie making tools is complete without a pie dish. The Mason Cash 10″ Pie Dish, encircled with charming woodland designs and made from durable stoneware, would be a beautiful addition to your kitchen. This roomy dish provides plenty of room for filling, and even has a lip to aid crimping.
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Whether you outfitted your entire kitchen or just picked up a few new items, hopefully you found a helpful item on this list of pie making tools. Now it’s time to jump into the kitchen and get started. Hot, bubbly, freshly-baked pie awaits!
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Personalized Wood Pie Box
You’ve made a beautiful pie, now where do you put it? Try this stunning storage box. Its airy design won’t smother your filling, and the flat, sturdy bottom makes this box an ideal option for traveling. This also makes for a great gift for bakers.
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