What works for me everyday in the kitchen? My bench scraper!!! 
Do you have one of these babies? Obviously, they are wonderful at "scraping the bench," or scraping dough off of a counter top.
It's the perfect tool for dividing dough...just press straight down. Not just bread dough, but..
...scones, too! I used my bench scraper to transfer this sticky dough (uncooked and cut into eighths) onto my cookie sheet. Try that with a spatula! :)
But, what do I use my bench scraper for most? Cutting brownies and blondies and pies, oh my! No ruining the bottom of the pan, no glob of brownie stuck to the knife (although, I do kind of miss eating that), just perfect slices.
Go on over to We Are THAT Family to see more WFMW tips!My previous WFMW posts:
{Update...if you are looking for a bench scraper, here's where to get one just like mine!} :)
Welcome to Bake at 350! I'm Bridget and I like all things sweet...especially cookie decorating. I hope you'll find some inspiration here. So, grab a chair (and a cookie) and let's get baking! [
What a GREAT tip!!!! I never would have thought of that. Thank you for posting it!
ReplyDeleteI have one of those and use it a lot! But never knew the name.. so thank you for this post, now I know how to call that "thingy" :D
ReplyDeleteI really like mine a lot, too, though I don't use it to "scrap the bench". I use it for just about everything else. I also have a large one that is actually a cake lifter and it's great for cutting bars, too. I have tried cutting pies with either one. Gonna keep that mind. THX!
ReplyDelete~ingrid
Great tip! I love my bench scraper and use it all the time.
ReplyDelete~Kate
"Which Proverbs 14:1 Woman?"
http://proverbs14-1.blogspot.com
I want, I want, I want!
ReplyDeleteI've always wanted one of these. I have the Pampered Chef crinkle cutter and sometimes use it for cutting dough, sandwiches, etc, but obviously the real thing would work better.
ReplyDeleteOoo, and it's Sur La Table...I love to say Sur La Table...:oD
ReplyDeletegreat tip, I am not sure why I never thought of this! thanks for helping me out!
ReplyDeletecourtney
www.cookingupafamily.com
Just used mine to cut brownies last week. Also use it to move chopped food into the bowl or pan. Great tip!
ReplyDeleteGreat tips. This is the first time I have visited your blog and I really like it. I am going to add it to my reader and check it often. BTW, I use my scraper to scrape play dough after the kids have made a mess of the kitchen table.
ReplyDeleteYou absolutely right, I use it all the time!
ReplyDeleteCheers,
elra
What an excellent "bench mark" for the kitchen!
ReplyDeleteI don't have one, but I've seen them and never reall thought I would need one. Now I think I might not be able to live without one. Spatulas are a pain to use.
ReplyDeleteWhat a great tip. I am putting one on my list to acquire right away. And I am adding you to my blog roll
ReplyDeleteCool! Great tip!
ReplyDeleteThanks for sharing!
~Liz
I love my bench scraper, but my husband stole it to use out in the bakery. Maybe it's time to buy another one!!
ReplyDeleteShould I admit that I never knew that something like that existed?
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tip! :)
Great tip! I have one that is a little similar but not as big.
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tip. I think I might treat myself to one and maybe pick up a few for birthday gifts.
ReplyDeleteI likey the bench scraper!
ReplyDeleteI have a bench scraper, but it never crossed my mind to use it to cut brownies. What a fantastic idea. I typically make brownies in my mini muffin pan to avoid having to cut them! I will be giving that a try.
ReplyDeleteThat's great! Where do you get them?
ReplyDelete~Susan
Gosh, I HAVE one of those and never thought to use it to cut brownies, etc. Thanks so much for the tip!
ReplyDeleteI've subscribed to you :)
I NEED ONE! I HAVE BROWNIES THAT NEED CUTTING HERE :) YOU ARE SO POPULAR, I LOVE IT!
ReplyDeleteI need me a bench scraper! Thanks for the tip.
ReplyDeleteI need one! Where do you get it?
ReplyDeleteI love mine too! Cooltop picture!
ReplyDeleteI say a little, "Thank you, Bridget, for this idea!" every time I use mine. You were the first person I ever heard talk about a bench scraper.
ReplyDeleteAwesome idea!! I'm definitely going to get out and buy one of these...after "No Spend March." Thansk!!
ReplyDeleteI'm going to have to use mine more - the darned thing is so sharp that I have cut my finger on it more times than I care to mention. lol
ReplyDeleteI like to use it to pick up all of the veggies I've just cut and put them into my pan, or into my soup.
I hadn't thought about it for brownies - Yumm!! I should go make some.
My WFMW post this week is about keeping drinks cold.
Have a great week!
Kristin (The Goat)
That is just fabulous, I MUST get one! Thanks for sharing.:)
ReplyDeleteThanks for your post on my blog! I LOVED the hostess cupcakes and I'm so excited I came across your site about 2 weeks ago! Your caramel brownie recipe has been on of our family favorites FOREVER! We must be kindred spirits somewhere! haha! Thanks for the great tips!!
ReplyDeleteThis is one of the most indespesible tools. I use mine all the time for so many things! Love it.
ReplyDeleteThat tool is pretty nifty! Thanks for sharing. My WFMW post is about packing checklists.
ReplyDeletewhere do we pick one up? i bake a lot and could use one of those nifty items in my kitchen!
ReplyDeleteI was not aware of THE bench scraper. Where is the best place to find one of those?
ReplyDeleteHi to all of you asking WHERE to get a bench scraper! I just added a link at the bottom of the post to order one exactly like mine. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat a cool tool! I'll have to look for one of those!
ReplyDeleteI coveted your handy tool the other night when you used it to cut that amazing dessert! I might need to buy myself a gift :D
ReplyDeleteI love my bench scraper!! It's like the simple little miracle that gets all that crusty dough off my counter. Love your blog!
ReplyDeleteI clicked on your link, and it says that the page cannot be found. Any other places to find one of these? Thanks.
ReplyDelete~Susan
Hi, A Happy Heart...Sur La Table must have done some rearranging of their website. I've updated the link. :)
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