A proper batter jug is one of those pieces that makes a real difference once you own one. Pour pancake batter from a regular bowl and you spend the morning mopping up dribbles. Pour from a jug with a proper spout and the batter goes exactly where you want it — neat circles in the pan, clean fills into muffin tins, no wasted mix on the bench.

The 2.5L size is the sweet spot for home use. Big enough to mix and pour a full batch of pancakes, waffles, Yorkshire puddings, or cupcake batter without refilling, but not so big it takes over the bench or the cupboard. The handle and spout make it equally useful for serving custard, cream, or jug-poured sauces at the table.

Stoneware is the right material for a batter jug. The weight keeps it stable on the bench while you whisk, and the smooth interior wipes clean rather than holding onto sticky batter the way some plastic jugs do. The raised floral pattern around the outside and soft vanilla finish make it pretty enough to bring straight to the table.

Microwave safe (handy for warming milk before adding to batter, or melting butter directly in the jug) and dishwasher safe for cleanup. PFAS-free with no synthetic coatings.

Wiltshire has been making kitchenware in Australia for over 80 years, and the Baking Traditions collection brings the same focus on practical everyday tools to bakeware and prep.