Top positive review
5.0 out of 5 starsThis is a great value for a well-designed essential baking set!
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2021
These just arrived and I unpacked and inspected them all.
The entire set is found to be intact - set of 5 pans (I didn't even look at the box - it is what is inside that matters, like it is with people and life in general, but I digress...) - and all pans are of a good quality silicone, seem very sturdy and well-made (not flimsy, but made of good quality silicone and enough of it to retain their shape), and make up a really impressive set.
The loaf pan that I wanted, to have the double loaf option when baking, is a little smaller than my standard glass loaf pan, measuring 9" long by 4" wide by 2.5" tall; and my glass one is the same except it is 5" wide. That's ok, it just means more vertical loaves from that pan and I'm fine with that to have an extra loaf pan with no concerns about it breaking.
All the other pans are great, too. The 6-cup muffin pan looks standard enough to make regular sized blueberry muffins - maybe not the giants they sell at the market, but if you are that hungry for more, eat another one - or whatever flavor you feel like whipping up.
The other muffin pan is a bit shallower (cups not as deep) and the bottoms very slightly curved; this would be a great pan for smaller muffins or egg bites.
The round and square cake pans are great, a safe alternative to glass, and seem sturdy enough to hold their shape when filled. I always recommend setting them on a cookie sheet before filling any silicone item, as they generally lack the rigidity to be moved into the oven when filled.
The spatula and basting brush will be great for removal, frosting, and basting the muffin cups or pans with oil before baking (I haven't baked with them yet, so can't weigh in on the aspect yet, but will update if there are any issues there, though I expect none. They even came with a colorful set of measuring spoons.
After a ton of time trying to locate and choose a decent set with the pieces I really needed and wanted (read: would actually use regularly!), I am really glad I decided on and ordered this set!
This would make a great starter set for a new baker, a great housewarming gift for someone who enjoys baking, or a wedding gift for a new couple starting out.
An excellent, diverse and good quality essential baking set in well-made sturdy silicone and a great value to boot!
Update: I tried baking a sticky-ish cake in the cake pan without the quick oil spray I usually use and while the cake did come out/could be popped out, it left quite a sticky layer on the pan that I didn't enjoy cleaning! I find a quick spray of oil, unless I am making something totally non-sticky a la sous vide, is just an all-around good approach to baking. I always do this - baking items come out easily and pans are a breeze to clean. There are healthy oil spray options nowadays, and even if you brush on a little oil with a paper towel, it is quick and easy to prevent any possible sticking. I always suggest a quick spray before baking.
