35 Best Gifts for Bakers
Updated: Sep. 26, 2023Know someone who loves spending hours whipping up cakes or experimenting with breads? We rounded up the top gifts for bakers of all kinds.
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If there’s a serious baker in your life, you undoubtedly want to stay on their good side. (After all, it’s the people they like most who get rewarded with leftovers!) And it can be daunting finding the right gifts for bakers, especially if you don’t know much about baking yourself.
Someone who is an experienced baker will likely already have a kitchen full of tried-and-true equipment, so what could you possibly get them that they don’t already have? On the other hand, someone relatively new to baking might have the tools to do the job—but ones that could desperately use an upgrade.
When searching for the best gifts for bakers, you should consider the size of their kitchen. Baking notoriously requires a lot of space for tasks such as rolling out dough, cooling hot bakeware and working with multiple bowls.
If they have a small kitchen, you might want to look for gifts that help them maximize their counter space and don’t take up much room in their drawers or cabinets when not in use. If they have a large kitchen with plenty of storage, you can feel better about buying them specialty gear used for more niche activities, like baking sourdough or decorating cakes.
Whether you are looking for someone close or casual, have unlimited funds or have a strict budget, here are the best gifts for bakers to make your holiday shopping as easy as, well, pie.
For the Messy Chef: Printed Apron
If they’re spending a lot of time in the kitchen working with flour, melted chocolate and batter, they need an apron to stay clean—but not just any apron. Serious bakers should own an apron that covers them up, fits them well and has plenty of pockets. Enter Hedley & Bennet aprons that are designed by chefs, for chefs. As one of the best gifts for bakers, this apron is fully adjustable at the waist and neck and even features a chest pocket for phones.
Just take it from Taste of Home editor, Lisa Kaminski, who swears by her Hedley & Bennet apron. As an experienced baker, she shares, “You know the phrase look good, feel good; it applies in the kitchen, too. Donning this fancy apron makes me feel like an accomplished baker and ready to tackle major baking projects.”
For the Cookbook Worm: Custom Recipe Book
For the baker who’s always crafting new recipes, you can’t go wrong with a recipe journal. This beautiful book has tons of customization options. Choose from four different cover designs and additions for a truly unique gift. Consider these other pretty recipe books too.
For the Trendy One: Caraway Bakeware Set
Caraway bakeware is a baker’s dream come true. Not only is it gorgeous and easy to clean (hello, nonstick ceramic coating!) but it’s also super easy to store. The complete set—that’s 11 pieces, including a muffin tin, loaf pan and cake pans—fits in two small caddies. Our full test and review left us in awe of the stunning pans that are a cinch to clean. Treat your favorite baker to the whole set or an individual piece. Caraway keeps the baked goods coming for a lifetime.
“There’s no denying that Caraway bakeware is pricey, but there’s also no denying that it’s worth every single penny. This is a bakeware set that, if cared for correctly, may very well last you a lifetime,” our tester writes.
For the Apartment Dweller: Stove Cover Cutting Board
It doesn’t matter if they have a shoebox apartment kitchen or a huge open-concept one—everyone can always use more counter space. We loved this stove cover cutting board (read our full write-up) and guarantee they’ll love it, too, for all their chopping, rolling and kneading needs. Made of high-quality bamboo, this cutting board is as durable as it is convenient. This would also make an ideal gift for grillers and barbecuers who need to carve meat.
For the Pyrex Princess: Custom Pyrex Dish
Bakers will never have to guess whose pan is whose again at baking swaps and covered-dish dinners. This customized 13-by-9-inch pan makes it easy to bring bars or brownies to a party. It’s pretty, practical and something your loved one will treasure.
For the Cookie Connoisseur: Embossed Rolling Pin
Embossed rolling pins are an easy way to give cutout cookies and other bakes a pretty finish without much extra work. They come in dozens of pretty patterns, and this meadow pin adds a stunning finish any time of year.
For the Sourdough-Curious: One Bowl Bread Maker
Maybe you know someone who loves baking bread but whose small kitchen makes it difficult to churn out the loaves they love. This innovative bread maker will change their lives. They can measure, mix, knead, rise and bake in this flexible bowl, which converts into a steam-sealing cloche when it’s time to slide their bread into the oven. And because it’s made from silicone, it’s dishwasher-safe and easy to store!
For the Baking Queen: Graphic T-Shirt
Help them show off their love of baking with a super-soft T-shirt. It’s 100% cotton, so it’s breathable in a hot kitchen. But it’s cute enough to wear out and about (when they’re stocking up on butter and chocolate chips).
For the One-Bowl Baker: Wooden Spoon
A well-stocked kitchen is built over time as kitchen basics gradually get upgraded to the best of the best. This wooden spoon, made of 100% beechwood, is the last one they’ll ever need. Its sturdy handle and perfectly curved shape make it easy to mix up one-bowl recipes without overworking the batter.
Smooth edges help it easily glide around the inside of a bowl or pan without scratching. If you’re feeling extra generous, tuck it into a baking-themed gift box.
For the Festive Chef: Reindeer Cake Stencil
They don’t need to be a master cake decorator to swirl up some holly-jolly holiday spirit, so long as they’ve got this Scandinavian cake stencil. Made from natural birchwood, it has a laser-cut reindeer pattern that creates a spirited design in just seconds. All they need to do is place it on their cake, then give it a good dusting of powdered sugar or cocoa powder. Their cake instantly becomes merry and bright!
For the Nosher: Everything Bagel & Cream Cheese Set
Everyone knows that bagels taste best when fresh, and there’s nothing fresher than a dozen baked at home. An awesome gift for bread bakers, this baking kit provides almost everything they need to make their own everything bagels and cream cheese. They’ll savor the opportunity to explore cheesemaking as they whip up a batch of the doughy, deliciously seasoned rounds.
For the Stylish Baker: Linen Apron Dress
There’s no reason why you can’t look effortlessly amazing while covered with butter, sugar and flour. This breezy linen apron dress is breathable, which is essential when standing next to a hot oven and has two large pockets on either side to keep kitchen towels and oven mitts close on deck.
They won’t need to fuss with buttons or ties thanks to its fashionable crossback design. And with 13 color choices, you’ll definitely find one that makes you look good. Oh, and did we mention it’s under $20?
For the Shortcutter: Cookie Press
When it comes to baking dozens of Christmas cookies, we have a need for speed—and rightfully so. Thankfully, today’s cookie presses work so much more easily than those of yore. Upgrade your favorite baker’s gear with this OXO cookie press. It’s just the tool they need for making delicious spritz recipes.
For the Pie Pro: Ceramic Pie Pan
All pies are beautiful in their own special way, no matter if the baker is a master of lattice or just in it for the juicy filling. This ceramic pie pan makes pies of all types look like they belong on the cover of a food magazine. It’s sure to get them excited to show off their next creation on Instagram. Choose from three colors to best suit their vibe: Earl Grey, Chai and Vanilla White.
For the Cookbook Collector: Taste of Home Ultimate Baking Cookbook
With more than 400 recipes, tips and secrets for baking, the Taste of Home Ultimate Baking Cookbook is a baker’s bible. Bonus: They’ll think of you every time they whip up delicious goodies from this cookbook. From our editors to your loved ones! Is the ultra-creative baker in question also a crafter? See these fitting gifts.
For the One Rolling in Dough: Adjustable Rolling Pin
It can be hard to eyeball the thickness of dough when you’re rolling it out, especially if your glasses are covered in a light dusting of flour. (It happens!) Help them get evenly rolled cookie dough and pie crust with this adjustable rolling pin. Made from solid beechwood, it includes removable discs that elevate it to heights of 1/16, 1/6, 1/4, and 3/8 of an inch, ensuring perfect thicknesses every single time.
For the Bread Head: Dough Riser
Baking bread is all about patience with the proofing. Sometimes getting the right lift is hard to do, especially when it’s cold outside. Bakers can shorten proofing times and get ideal rises on bread during the colder months with this proofing plate. Avid breadbakers will appreciate this treat that they may not have considered for themselves.
For the Aspiring Pastry Chef: Steel Doughnut Pan
Gift them a new sweet treat to try with the help of this doughnut pan. They’ll receive two steel doughnut molds for whipping up a dozen of their favorite variety. Bonus: They double as baking pans for bagels.
For the Cast-Iron Stan: Le Creuset Bread Oven
Timeless and oh-so-pretty, a Le Creuset bread oven is worthy of any bread baker’s kitchen. The cast-iron construction offers superior heat distribution while the domed lid provides just the right environment to crisp bread without overcooking it. The hardest part is choosing the color they’ll like best!
For the Interior Decorator: Kitchen Conversions Chart
Yes, experienced bakers might know their timetables backward and forward when it comes to cutting down recipes, but it’s easy to get bungled up. When in doubt, help them out with a cute conversion chart. It hangs pretty in the kitchen next to their vintage-style bakeware.
For the Farmhouse Fan: Cake Dome
Keep their baked goods fresh while letting them show off their talents with a beautiful cake dome. Sure, this case is perfect for displaying their latest layer cake, but it’s also a nice way to display a mountain of cookies, muffins or other sweets. Psst! Fill it with your own homemade masterpiece, then give it as a host gift.
For the Tastemaker: Pika Pika Pantry Darlings
They’re nutty for Nutella, they’re crazy for cookie butter, but are they cuckoo for caramelized coconut spread yet? This two-pack of Filipino spreads lets them create sandwich cookies and scones unlike any they’ve ever tasted. It includes one jar of kaya jam, a coconut spread much beloved across Southeast Asia, and a jar of marmalade made with a citrus fruit native to the Philippines called calamansi. These would be the ultimate addition to a care package.
For the Old-School Baker: Dough Whisk
We asked our Bakeable group members what their favorite unexpected baking tools were, and the Danish dough whisk topped their list. This dough whisk is ideal for stirring together quick breads and pancake batters, but it’s especially handy when incorporating a large mass of flour into bread doughs.
For the Icebox Queen: Cookie Tray
Bakers can prep, store and freeze treats in a cinch, thanks to these silicone cookie trays. We love how easy it is to freeze cookie dough or cake pop batter inside the circular molds. Just pop ’em out when it’s time to bake! Gifts for bakers like these work for a variety of sweet treats, like granola energy balls, brownie bites and, of course, cookies.
For the Bite-Sized Baker: Le Creuset Mini Cocotte
When it comes to pretty Le Creuset items, this cocette with a flower lid is the crème de la crème. Available in several bold and subtle colors, these beautiful gifts for bakers are ideal for the baker who’s obsessed with miniature masterpieces, such as mug cakes and individual cinnamon rolls.
For the One Who Takes the Cake: Bundt Pan
Who doesn’t love a good Bundt cake? They’re easy to whip up and look elegant, even with the simplest of decorations. Bakers will appreciate the beauty and utility of a new one. We love this Nordic Ware Bundt pan. As one of the best gifts for bakers, it stands up to years of use.
For the Beginner: Beautiful by Drew Barrymore Baking Essentials Set
Every baker has to start somewhere, and this set of baking essentials from Drew Barrymore will get them up and running in the most gorgeous of ways! The centerpiece is a versatile (and dishwasher-safe!) mixing bowl with a pour spout and non-slip base. It’s available in a cool light blue shade or a vibrant deep blue one. It also includes four measuring cups for dry ingredients and a whisk for mixing up their next masterpiece.
For the Adventurous One: Bake Eat Love Subscription
Every month, with a Bake Eat Love subscription, they’ll be treated to pre-measured ingredients for a new recipe, such as tiramisu cupcakes or chocolate peppermint whoopie pies (um, yum!). Inspire the rest of their kitchen adventures with food-of-the-month clubs. Or, if you’re buying for a youngin’, try one of these kid-friendly gifts for bakers.
For the Kitchen Vet: KitchenAid Stand Mixer
Avid bakers (and our Test Kitchen) know that a KitchenAid stand mixer is a must—especially if it’s in a gorgeous color. Make it one of the best gifts for bakers by choosing a beautiful hue, like matte dried rose, aqua sky or pistachio. Any way you stir it, this is one gadget bakers will always be happy to have. Pair it with these genius KitchenAid stand mixer accessories.
For the Hands-On One: KitchenAid Handheld Mixer
Although it might not have as powerful a motor as its immovable cousin, the KitchenAid cordless hand mixer is the next best thing and can easily whip up cookies, cake batters or creams in minutes. It’s small enough to store in a kitchen cabinet, and because it’s cordless, it’s less clunky to operate—perfect for a kitchen that’s tight on breathing room!
For the Softie: Heirloom Recipe Pie Plate
This ceramic pie plate captures a treasured recipe on a gorgeous ceramic surface. Pro tip: Ask for the original recipe card ahead of time to capture their loved one’s handwriting on the plate. Sentimental gifts for bakers are in!
For the Nutty One: Cordless Food Chopper
Whether they’re chopping nuts for their favorite quick bread or dicing dried fruit, a compact food chopper is a baker’s new best friend. A worthy gift for any foodie, this cordless food chopper from KitchenAid makes baking prep a breeze. It holds up to 5 cups, so it’s large enough to blitz up their favorite mix-ins yet compact enough for kitchens short on storage.
For the DIYer: Sourdough Starter Jars
Designed specifically for sourdough by the experts at Challenger Breadware, these starter jars gifts for bakers make it easy to track the growth of culture. Plus, the clear glass lets them see exactly what’s going on. Attach a copy of our sourdough starter recipe for a ready-to-use gift.
For the Retro Chef: Mixing Bowls
Bakers go through a lot of mixing bowls when whipping up their special recipes. Gift them this pretty nesting bowl set. Durable and high quality, they go from counter to microwave, freezer and fridge, then into the dishwasher for cleanup. They’ll truly look forward to mixing ingredients in these beautiful gifts for bakers!
For the Perfectionist: Scooping Set
Every professional bakery relies on heavy-duty scoops for portioning doughs, batters, puddings and anything else that’s, well, scoopable. Gifts for bakers like this gift set includes three scoops to use for making perfectly portioned pancakes, muffins, waffles, cupcakes and cookies. They can even use them for savory foods, such as meatballs or thick and creamy mashed potatoes.
Additional research contributed by Katie Bandurski, Taste of Home Senior Shopping Editor, and Madi Koetting, Taste of Home Associate Shopping Editor
