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?
