As a Former Pastry Cook, I Can't Go Without This Innovative Silicone Pastry Brush Set From Amazon

I've made a whole lot of pastries and desserts. While I can compromise and work my way around a few things when it comes to the kitchen, a good set of tools isn't one of them. And one of the biggest essentials is a pastry brush. Though unassuming, a good brush can be used for so many different things. From brushing pastries with egg wash to glazing desserts with jams to soaking cakes with simple syrup, it does a job that no other tool can do. Plus, you can use it in many ways in your cooking too. That's why when I found the M Kitchen World Silicone Pastry Brush Set at Amazon, I knew it'd be a keeper.

In culinary school, I was taught to use a traditional natural bristle brush. And while it worked super well, I always found it tough to get completely clean, and over time I'd see stray hairs stick themselves onto my delicate creations. I'd used silicone brushes before, but when I was sent a sample of the brush set from M Kitchen World, I knew I could finally ditch my old one.

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These cute little brushes come in different colors like black, blue, green, and red. Plus, you get two in the set; one smaller and one larger. This is perfect for me, since I tend to separate tools for pastries and culinary endeavors. I've delegated the small one for all my sweets, and the large one for anything savory — though you could surely use both for anything since they're easy to clean in the dishwasher, safe for all cookware, and can withstand heat up to 450 degrees Fahrenheit.

Though the two sizes are a huge plus, the key for me is how the brushes actually work. The silicone bristles are soft enough to spread onto anything delicate like puff pastry, but sturdy enough to last.

And, thanks to a built-in grid in the center of the bristles, the brush picks up and holds everything from liquidy egg washes to thick barbecue sauces well. So many silicone brushes I've tried in the past just didn't have the pick-up of my natural bristle brush. I'd have to dip and scoop up the product, ultimately using way too much of it and making a huge mess, which is every pastry cook's nightmare. This set made the process so seamless, which is essential when you're working with something time sensitive like biscuits and croissants. These brushes are a surefire staple in my kitchen now, and I know I'm not the only one, since over 10,000 Amazon shoppers have left a five-star rating, too. Grab the M Kitchen World Silicone Pastry Brush Set now while it's just $5 — I promise it'll be a new kitchen essential.