How to Use a Folding Spatula

Every home chef needs a folding spatula in their collection. Use this tool to gently combine wet and dry ingredients for cake batter, cookie dough and other baked goods. You can also use one of these spatulas for blending and stirring scrambled eggs, fried rice and other savory dishes.

What is a Folding Spatula?

This type of spatula is designed with a food-safe silicone head. One example is the Williams Sonoma large silicone spatula, which has a silicone head that's heat-safe up to 600 degrees F. The head can be used for scraping batter and cake icing to get every drop out of the bowl. This spatula is easy and comfortable to use thanks to the sturdy beechwood handle, which is engraved with the classic Williams Sonoma logo. The same spatula also comes in a style with a stainless steel handle.

If you're looking for a gift for someone who loves to cook or need to stock your kitchen, pick up a silicone spatula set. Williams Sonoma has an array of sets that include spatulas of various sizes. They come in a rainbow of colors to coordinate with your kitchen decor and some of them have removable silicone heads that can be washed in the dishwasher.

Some of the spatulas at Williams Sonoma are specially designed to make a statement. There are spatulas featuring sentiments for grandfathers and teachers, along with Love is Love spatulas. You'll even find silicone spatulas that can be monogrammed with initials for a personal touch. Choose from zodiac sign spatulas and Flour Shop rainbow spatulas. There are also spatulas that help benefit the No Kid Hungry® foundation.

If you're giving a spatula set as a gift, consider adding a cake mix to the presentation. Williams Sonoma has Bundt® cake mixes in lots of flavors, along with molten chocolate cake mix and an assortment of cupcake mixes. You might also want to include a glass or melamine mixing bowl with your gift. There's also plenty of frosting mixes and colorful sprinkles from which to choose.

Other Types of Kitchen Tools

When shopping for a folding spatula, you might also want to grab a silicone spoon set for stirring and serving. There are also stainless steel spoons and whisks, along with those crafted from rustic olivewood. The selection also contains ladles, tongs and forks crafted from durable materials. You might also want a container in which to store your spatulas and other tools; options include copper, wood and marble utensil holders.