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The Ultimate Gift Guide for the Baker in Your Life

November 30, 2020 By Sam 15 Comments

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Collage of my baking items, top image includes tshirt, dutch oven, mixing bowls, and Sam Merritt holding measuring spoons, bottom image is a collage of pan, tips, scale and mixer

Need gift ideas for the baker in your life? Or maybe you just need some new idea to add to your own wish list? Here’s my list of must-have kitchen tools, gadgets, and fun splurge-worthy gifts for every home baker!

Collage of my baking items, top image includes tshirt, dutch oven, mixing bowls, and Sam Merritt holding measuring spoons, bottom image is a collage of pan, tips, scale and mixer

Happy Cyber Monday! Are you tackling everyone on your Christmas list today? I couldn’t think of a better time to share a few of my favorite gift ideas (so hopefully you can snag a sale!).

I’ve listed favorite gifts straight from my own kitchen. Most of these links (but not all) are affiliate links to Amazon, meaning that I earn from qualifying purchases. I think you’re sure to find something here to buy the baker in your life, or maybe just grab it for yourself (especially if it happens to be on sale today!).

A KitchenAid Mixer

ocean drive kitchenaid mixer

Here’s the one I use: Artisan 5 qt KitchenAid in “Ocean Drive

Getting the obvious out of the way first! OK, I know this is a splurge for sure, and it’s definitely the highest-ticket item on my list… But this is one tool every serious baker should have in their own kitchen. And they come in so many beautiful colors (I also have the beautiful “Bordeaux” color!

Pictured above is my beloved KitchenAid Mixer in “Ocean Drive”. If you watch my YouTube videos you may also know it as “the Lonely Mixer” ๐Ÿ˜‚, and while I don’t often use it on video I use it to test nearly all of my recipes. This mixer is a workhorse and mine has handled thousands of batches of thick cookie dough, big batches of cake batter, and sticky bread dough without skipping a beat. It’s a champ and I believe this mixer is unparalleled in quality.

If this is just too much of a splurge, I also recommend KitchenAid’s colorful hand mixers. I use my “Crystal Blue” one in so many of my videos.

Piping Tips

piping bags and tips filled with colored frosting

Here are the tips I use:

  • This Wilton set has so many different decorating tips, great for decorating sugar cookies with royal icing!
  • This set of Ateco large piping tips is perfect for effortlessly piping beautiful swirls of frosting.
  • I also highly recommend the #848 tip, I use it for almost all of my cakes and cupcakes and even my meringues! It makes even the most novice cupcake decorator seem like a pro.

Glass Mixing Bowls

glass mixing bowl with cookie dough

Here are the ones I use: Set of 3 Pyrex mixing bowls

So simple but so necessary. I own four sets of these glass mixing bowls myself! They’ve been used in nearly every one of my videos, they’re the perfect size for whipping up a batch of cookie dough, and they’re priced really well!

A Kitchen Scale

kitchen scale

Here’s the one I use: Ozeri Kitchen Scale

If you’ve been following the blog, most likely you know how critical a good kitchen scale is. It’s the best way to level up your baking game and, I can’t stress this enough, every serious baker should own one.

They’re critical for measuring your flour properly (or any ingredients, for that matter) and if you have any questions just see my post on how to use a kitchen scale.

Linked above is the exact scale I use. It’s accurate, the batteries last forever, and its price is comparable to that of a set of stainless steel measuring cups (which you’ll never need again after you buy one of these!).

A Good Candy Thermometer

peanut brittle

Here’s the one I use: Digital candy thermometer

For those of you with a serious sweet tooth who are ready to hone your advanced confectionary skills, a good, reliable candy thermometer is an absolute necessity. Just being off by a few degrees can ruin an entire batch of candy! For perfect results every time, you need an easy-to-read digital thermometer.

This is the same candy thermometer that I use to make my favorite candies like toffee, peanut butter fudge, and the peanut brittle pictured above (which all make good gifts on their own, honestly!).

A Good Cast Iron Pot or Skillet

Caribbean Blue Le Creuset (1 of 1)

Here’s the one I use: Le Creuset Dutch Oven in Caribbean Blue

This is another splurge for the serious home chef, and like the KitchenAid it’s available in many gorgeous colors. Mine is “Caribbean Blue” but there are a few other colors I have my eye on, like their “Blue Bell Purple”.

Not ready for the splurge? I get it, and my husband will be the first to tell you that Le Creuset is… overpriced (but… the colors!!!). Lodge makes some great and much more cost effective enameled Dutch ovens as well. My non-enameled cast iron cookware is all made by Lodge.

A Madeleine Pan

Removing madeleine from a madeleine pan

Here’s the one I use: 12 cup Madeleine pan

Every baker should have the tools to make the perfect batch of light, buttery, perfect madeleines. This is a well-made, sturdy (it won’t pop/warp in the oven!) non-stick pan.

Psst: Even though it’s nonstick I still brush my molds before baking, but this tray cleanup is always a breeze.

Cute, Practical Kitchen Utensils

girl holding spatulas and measuring spoons

My picks:

  • Pretty blue spatulas add a splash of fun and color to the kitchen. They literally do make baking more fun. I’m not kidding.
  • These magnetic measuring spoons are practical and they stick together in your drawer so they’re always easy to find.

For the Baker/Dog Lover!

gray shirt that says "I just want to bake cookies and pet my dog"

Here’s mine: I just want to bake cookies and pet my dog t-shirt

I know this isn’t necessarily for everyone (sorry cat lovers!), but I am all. about. this. T-shirt.

Not a dog person? Grab yourself a Sugar Spun Run apron instead!

A Beautiful Glass Cake Stand

Purple glss cake stand with three layer cake on top

Here’s mine: Mosser 10″ glass cake stand in “Eggplant”

Is there any better way to show off a beautifully decorated layer cake than on a glossy, jewel-colored glass cake stand?

I own SIX of these Mosser cake stands, each in a different color. They’re all stunning, but my favorites are the Eggplant (shown above), Jade, and Robin’s Egg Blue (you can see this one on my Funfetti cake recipe).

Other Notable Gifts:

  • A good set of bakeware. These are solid, sturdy, beautiful, and, as a bonus made in the USA! Bed Bath & Beyond also usually carries this set, so price check there, too (and don’t forget to use a 20% off coupon!).
  • A cute, dessert-scented candle. “Suck it Up, Buttercup” from Milk Barn Candles is my favorite, it makes the house smell amazing even on days when you’re not baking.

Looking for even more ideas? Check out my affiliate shops on Amazon!

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Whew, OK, now get to shopping! Who are you shopping for this Cyber Monday, yourself or your loved ones!?

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Comments

  1. Michelemarie885 says

    December 8, 2020 at 8:55 am

    I was clicking through specifically to find the pizelle maker (I apologize if I misspelled that!). It is out of stock on Amazon, and I was wondering if there is another one that you recommend. I love that it is made in the USA!

    Reply
    • Sam says

      December 8, 2020 at 9:45 pm

      Ugh! I can’t seem to find one anywhere! It’s so frustrating! I’m sorry. ๐Ÿ™

      Reply
  2. Tracy says

    December 2, 2020 at 3:34 pm

    I would love to buy one of your cute wooden spoons with your Sugar Spun Run logo. I enjoy your recipes so much and have learned lots of helpful tips. Thank you.

    Reply
    • Sam says

      December 2, 2020 at 9:20 pm

      Hi Tracy! I’m working on a way to be able to have those available for sale. I’m so glad you enjoy everything so much, and I’ll be sure to make an announcement once I figure out a way to make those spoons available. ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  3. Malak says

    December 2, 2020 at 4:53 am

    Can you do a Q and A and kitchen tour video I really love your baking so much. I really want this two videos ๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜ƒ๐Ÿ˜ƒ๐Ÿ˜ƒ

    Reply
  4. Marianne Jones says

    December 1, 2020 at 1:06 am

    I just ordered you tee-shirt. I love it and it fits the way I am ๐Ÿ™‚
    Thanks so much in posting your favorites!

    Reply
    • Sam says

      December 1, 2020 at 10:10 pm

      I hope you love the shirt, Marianne! ๐Ÿ™‚

      Reply
  5. Bruce says

    November 30, 2020 at 9:43 pm

    A very sensible list, as one would expect from you!

    Reply
  6. Joli says

    November 30, 2020 at 12:20 pm

    I have the magnetic measuring spoons they are the worst I have ever owned. BEWARE! Amazon says they fit most jars. Does not say all.
    Tablespoon will not fit in the McCormick jars. The half tablespoon barely fits but no extra room to level off in jar. I had to buy a set of narrow rectangular measuring spoons for spice jars. I could have just bought the narrow rectangular and saved $21. Best to buy one set that will work for everything. Put the money on another baking tool.

    Reply
    • Sam says

      November 30, 2020 at 12:55 pm

      Hmm I guess it’s not very often I need a tablespoon of a spice, you can always use the teaspoon three times instead, though I agree that could be a pain if you have to measure out a lot of tablespoons! I truly LOVE these measuring spoons, though, they’re what I use in my own kitchen and I bought one for all of the bakers in my family last year. Thank you for the feedback, Joli!

      Reply
  7. Stan says

    November 30, 2020 at 12:07 pm

    Time to shop, me thinks!

    Reply
  8. Natalia rechtorik says

    November 30, 2020 at 11:22 am

    Thanks For sharing this Sam. I am going to send this to my grandmother and ask my mom and dad for this stuff and I might even buy some myself.

    Reply
  9. Annabel says

    November 30, 2020 at 9:04 am

    Got to send this to my mom, all I asked for was baking supplies for christmas this year! ๐Ÿ˜‰ thank you! Oh and YES, the sugar spun apron is on my list!!

    Reply
  10. Malak says

    November 30, 2020 at 6:32 am

    I love your blue stand mixer it is a lonely stand mixer and it made me laugh in every video ๐Ÿ˜Š๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜„๐Ÿ˜„

    Reply
  11. Andres says

    November 30, 2020 at 1:03 am

    I’m bored at 1:00 am and just the post about baking supplies I need for Christmas comes right along!

    Reply

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