Target’s Baking Essentials Start at Just $1

As the temperatures drop, most cooks start craving comfort food in the form of cozy casseroles, sourdough bread, and — yep, you guessed it — baked desserts. Veteran chefs typically have an entourage of favorite seasonal recipes, just waiting for the right time to break them out.

If this sounds like you, you may want to revamp your bakeware first. Have your cookie sheets surpassed the term “lightly seasoned,” and do your baking dishes and loaf pans show chips and wear? Never fear — Target can outfit your entire kitchen with affordable baking essentials. Our picks include name-brand favorites and nonstick options, so you can settle into baking season like a pro; plus, pieces start at $1. 

Baking Essentials at Target

• Room Essentials 4-Piece Measuring Spoon Set, $1
• Figmint 12-Count Nonstick Aluminized Steel Muffin Pan, $8
• Hearth & Hand with Magnolia Enamel Coated Casserole Dish with Lid, $50, originally $60
• Transpac 11.25-Inch Lavender and Lilac Ceramic Pie Dish, $40, originally $80
• Staub Ceramic 2-Piece Rectangular Baking Dish Set, $60, originally $142
• GoodCook Nonstick Steel Cookie Sheet, $3
• Fat Daddio’s Anodized Aluminum Round Cake Pan, $24, originally $28
• Tabitha Brown for Target 2-Piece Stoneware Rectangle Baking Dish with Silicone Mat, $23, originally $33
• Chicago Metallic Non-Stick 2-Piece Loaf Pan Set, $19, originally $35
• Kitchen + Home Silicone Baking Liners, $20, originally $30

Room Essentials 4-Piece Measuring Spoon Set

Let’s face it — your kitchen’s measuring spoons aren’t only used for measuring. If your set has been misplaced or is missing specific sizes, this $1 set is a great replacement. It features ​​a half-teaspoon, teaspoon, half-tablespoon, and tablespoon — making an affordable replacement for those that were lost. They’re stackable for easy storage and dishwasher-safe. 

Figmint 12-Count Nonstick Aluminized Steel Muffin Pan

This Figmint muffin pan features a nonstick coating free of PTFE and is oven-safe up to 450° F. It’s made of wire-reinforced aluminum, which resists warping and heats evenly, so that your cupcakes and muffins come out perfect every time. 

Hearth & Hand with Magnolia Enamel Coated Casserole Dish with Lid

This cast-iron casserole dish costs a fraction of its brand-name counterparts and boasts all the same bells and whistles. Its enamel coating is easy to clean, and the included cast-iron lid keeps braised meat tender and dishes warm for serving. This dish is oven-safe up to 500° F, and you can even use it to make next-level brownies.

Transpac 11.25-Inch Lavender and Lilac Ceramic Pie Dish

Grandma’s apple pie would pair perfectly with this decorated ceramic dish, which features a charming design of lavender and bees. The 11.25-inch piece heats evenly and is dishwasher- and microwave-safe. It’s “very pretty,” according to one shopper. 

Staub Ceramic 2-Piece Rectangular Baking Dish Set

Don’t miss this steal since Staub pieces don’t go on sale often. This ceramic set includes two dishes of different sizes, perfect for whipping up Thanksgiving sides, desserts, and more. They feature a highly scratch-resistant finish and are impact and shock-resistant. Use them in the oven, broiler, microwave, and freezer. 

GoodCook Nonstick Steel Cookie Sheet

This $3 cookie sheet will be your kitchen’s workhorse, as it can be used to bake holiday cookies, as well as sheet-pan meals. Made of high-quality steel, it heats evenly and features a scratch-resistant, dishwasher-safe nonstick coating. Enjoy the extra-wide lip, which makes it easy to grab with an oven mitt and keeps cooking juices intact. 

Fat Daddio’s Anodized Aluminum Round Cake Pan

Whip up that layer cake recipe you’ve wanted to try with help from this round cake pan. Made of anodized aluminum with a seamless design, this pan easily releases the baked cake, assuring an exquisite presentation. This pan can also be used to bake a deep-dish pizza. 

Tabitha Brown for Target 2-Piece Stoneware Rectangle Baking Dish with Silicone Mat

If you love the look of stoneware but hate cleaning up a sticky mess, this pan is for you. It comes with a decorative silicone mat that lines the bottom of the dish, so all you have to do is grease the sides. Use it for lasagna, carrot cake, or apple cobbler, then toss both pieces in the dishwasher for easy cleanup.

Chicago Metallic Non-Stick 2-Piece Loaf Pan Set

This loaf pan’s unique design makes cooking meatloaf healthier, as the perforated baking rack drains excess fat as it cooks. It can also be used without the rack for baking banana or zucchini bread. The aluminized steel construction heats evenly from end to end, and the large size holds up to 2 pounds of meat.

Kitchen + Home Silicone Baking Liners

Pair your favorite cookie sheet with one of these silicone mats and you’ll never stress about cleanup again. Each mat is made of BPA-free silicone and features measurement markings for dividing dough and spacing cookies evenly. These mats are dishwasher and microwave-safe and can be used to line the bottom of an air fryer or toaster oven, as well.