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Gifts for the star baker
Whisk up some wonder
Give the gift of baking bliss
If they love to bake the day away, give them a little lift with the perfect gift. Our guide will give you tons of inspo, whether they know their meringue from their Madeira or they’re starting a new hobby.
For the serious baker
The serious baker doesn’t faff about when it comes to creating the perfect Victoria sponge or sticky toffee pud. Lend them a hand with a gift that’ll save them some elbow grease, so they can focus on perfecting their recipe.
Our picks:
- Appliances: A stand mixer with a variety of attachments for kneading dough, mixing batter, and whipping cream.
For the casual baker
Are they big on baking but short on time and space? A compact but powerful gift will help them make light work of smaller recipes – that’ll help those fairy cakes and lemon drizzles really rise to the occasion.
Our picks:
- Appliances: A hand mixer for whipping up cream or cake batter with ease. It's also easy to store in a drawer.
For the bread lover
If they love to make fresh loaves for the whole family, an appliance that does most of the legwork will be right up their street. That means they can skip the kneading and go straight to sampling a slice while it’s still warm.
Our picks:
- Appliances: A bread maker with automated settings for different types of bread and a delay timer for fresh bread whenever they want it.
Shop our top picks
Kenwood kMix KMX754BK Stand Mixer with 5 Litre Bowl - Black
Smeg 50's Retro SMF03BLUK Stand Mixer with 4.8 Litre Bowl - Black
KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM125BCU Stand Mixer - Silver
Kenwood kMix KMX754CR Stand Mixer with 5 Litre Bowl - Cream
Kenwood kMix KMX754.PP Stand Mixer with 5 Litre Bowl - Pastel Pink
KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM175PSBAC Stand Mixer with 4.8 Litre Bowl - Almond Cream
KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM175PSBER Stand Mixer with 4.8 Litre Bowl - Empire Red
KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM175PSBOB Stand Mixer with 4.8 Litre Bowl - Onyx Black
Dualit 89307 Hand Mixer - Copper
KitchenAid Artisan 5KSM60SPXBBM Stand Mixer with 5.6 Litre Bowl - Matte Black
- What is the difference between a hand mixer and a stand mixer?
A hand mixer is a lightweight, portable device that’s perfect for whipping up small batches of batter or cream. A stand mixer is a larger, more powerful machine designed for heavy-duty tasks like kneading thick bread dough. It does the hard work for you and also makes a statement piece in any baker’s kitchen.
- Can a bread maker make more than just bread?
Yes. While its main function is to make bread, many bread makers also have a range of other settings. They can be used to make pizza dough, jam, cakes, and even pasta dough.
- How do I know which mixer to choose?
If you're buying for someone who bakes frequently, makes large batches, or is into bread making, a stand mixer is the best all-rounder. For a baker with limited kitchen space or someone who only bakes occasionally, a hand mixer is a great space-saving option.
- Are bread makers difficult to clean?
No, bread makers are usually very easy to clean. The removable bread pan and kneading paddle are non-stick, so any residue can be easily wiped away.
- Are stand mixers and bread makers noisy?
As they use powerful motors to mix and knead ingredients, they do make some noise, which is a normal part of the process. While some models are quieter than others, the noise level can vary, so it's always a good idea to read customer reviews to see what others have said.
