A rubber spatula may be great for mixing cookie dough and folding in egg whites, but for serious baking you’ll need an offset spatula, designed to spread frosting on cakes and push batter in an even layer in a cake pan. Its long flexible metal blade is bent just below the handle to make it easy to use and keep your knuckles out of the icing.

Baking Spatula: A baking spatula, also known as an offset spatula, is a must-have for any pastry chef or baker. This spatula has a long, narrow blade that is offset from the handle, which allows you to easily spread frosting, batter, or dough in a smooth and even layer.