Our Favorite Gifts for Moms Who Love to Cook
Updated: Apr. 02, 2021We rounded up the best Mother's Day kitchen gifts for all the moms who dish out huge helpings of love.
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For decades, we’ve been sharing recipes from the cozy kitchens of moms and grandmas who cook to show their love. This Mother’s Day, we’ve collected our favorite gifts for moms who love to cook so you can share the love right back.
Floral Lasagna Pan
Mom’s famous for her incredible lasagna. And now, in addition to compliments for her recipe, she’ll garner “oohs” and “ahhs” for her casserole dish, too. This beauty is decorated with a stunning floral pattern, plus it’s dishwasher- and oven-safe.
Mom Dish Towel
Ditch the scratchy old towels. Mom deserves something new, colorful and downright gorgeous. We’re not sure what we love most about this embroidered towel—the darling birds, bright blooms or durable cotton construction.
KitchenAid Stand Mixer
Mom will think of you every time she pulls out her new KitchenAid stand mixer. (Which—trust us—will be often!) There are lots of bells and whistles that make KitchenAid our Test Kitchen’s favorite mixer—but we can’t get enough of the blushing “Rose” color, either.
Recipe Book
Mom loves to cook, so give her a spot to jot down all of her favorite recipes. We love this recipe book’s bright, lemon cover that is sure to stand out on her cookbook shelf.
Cheese Board
Whether she’s putting together an epic cheese plate or snacking in the kitchen while making dinner, this marble board is sure to come in handy. Plus, the honeycomb details and miniature bee embellishments make this platter a gift mom will treasure for years to come.
Tablet/Smartphone Holder
This handy Prepara iPrep adjustable stand makes cooking with a recipe pulled up on Mom’s tablet or smartphone super easy. It’ll hold the device upright in landscape or portrait at multiple angles, and the stylus lets her scroll without gunking up the screen.
Spiralizer
Spiralized veggies like zucchini, carrots and beets may just be the coolest thing since sliced bread. This 5-blade spiralizer means making your own at home will save you money. Plus, these gadgets make eating paleo and gluten-free super easy. Start with these recipes that long for zucchini noodles.
Cookie Stamps
If mom’s idea of relaxing is getting her hands busy with a new baking project, she’ll love these citrus-inspired cookie stamps. For an extra-special touch, be sure to include our recipe for lemon shortbread.
What’s for Dinner? Dice
Sometimes, deciding what to make for dinner feels like more work than the actual cooking. Enter Foodie Dice! Just roll the dice to figure out the cooking method, protein, grains/carbs, herbs and bonus ingredients—plus one for seasonal veggies. Bye, bye decision fatigue. Hello, dinner!
Dutch Oven
Mom’s jaw will drop when she opens up this stunning Le Creuset Dutch oven. It’s perfect for making soups and stews, baking bread or slow-cooking roasts. We’re smitten with the rich “Fig” color, but there are plenty of other hues to choose from, too.
Instant Pot Inner-Pot Lifters
If Mom loves her electric pressure cooker, then she’ll love using these gripper clips to lift the inner pot or steamer basket out as soon as dinner’s done. If she needs more dinner ideas, tell her to check out our favorite recipes to make in the Instant Pot.
Sturdy Spatula
We know it’s a simple gift, but a sturdy spatula can go a long way. This one is from our very own Taste of Home cookware collection, so you can rest assured it’s been put through the paces by our Test Kitchen.
Embroidered Apron
Slipping into this delicate apron is a habit mom will enjoy day after day. The embroidered detail adds a feminine touch, while the machine-washable fabric ensures this is a practical addition to her kitchen.
Reusable Mister Bottle
Mom can use—and re-use—this non-aerosol bottle to spray her favorite cooking oils. The Misto olive oil sprayer also works great for vinegar or lemon or lime juice, which will come in handy during salad season.
Gold Measuring Cups
We can all but guarantee mom’s measuring cups have seen better days. Give her a new set that is as precise (yet stylish!) as she is.
Salt Pig
One of our editors swears by her salt pig—and mom will, too. It’s a small addition to her countertop that will make seasoning a breeze.
CMU Unit
