The best gifts for budding bakers

If your loved one is a serious baker, then one of these KitchenAid Artisan Mixers is probably already on their radar; we've just found this beautiful limited-edition dried rose version and we're totally in love. This really does make a difference when making cakes and meringues; they won't know how they ever baked without it.

Your friends can show off their incredible showstopper cakes on this stylish wire cake rack, which will also play host to pastries, pies, and meringues too. It's not suitable for the dishwasher.

This is a really unique and special gift for a loved one - it's not the cheapest but this will last forever (and if you give it to Mum, it'll probably make her cry). Personalise this beautiful dish with their signature recipe; add up to eight lines with a maximum of 40 characters for each line.

Your baker friend might not realise they need a blowtorch, but once they've got one in their gadget arsenal, they'll use it loads. Make sure they read the instructions carefully before use, as these really can be dangerous if you're not careful. Writer Sophie Knight says: "I received one of these for Christmas last year, and though, what on earth am I going to do with this. Then as soon as I used it, I fell in love - and I have to admit to feeling a bit all-powerful when I'm glazing my creme brulee or topping off my Easter Simnel cake. Surprisingly easy to use but does need care and attention."

A clever way to make biscuits look really unique and special is an embossed rolling pin – they'll look like something out of a French patisserie.

Christmas wouldn't be Christmas without some novelty chocolates, and if you're buying for a baker, they're sure to love this afternoon tea chocolate set. Choc On Choc always delivers luxury, thick chocolate that's ideal for special gifts.

Decorate your loved one's kitchen walls with this timely reminder that we don't want any soggy bottoms on our pies or tarts. Especially perfect for fans of The Great British Bake Off.

If a KitchenAid is a bit out of your price range, then we can definitely recommend this Smeg stand mixer. It's not as pricey as the KitchenAid, but combines retro style with functionality for a mixer they'll be proud to have in their kitchen. It comes with a range of attachments including a dough hook so whatever they're baking they're sure to find this a great assistant!

Your friends will look the part in the kitchen with a special apron; this one is available in a range of colours, and you can personalise it with their name underneath.

An investment piece, this would make a wonderful Christmas gift for a real star baker, holding up their recipe books while they bake in style. It's made from solid oak so will last a lifetime.

Immortalise Paul Hollywood's cheeky comments with this fun mug, a must for any fan of GBBO.

Obviously you have to love marzipan in order to appreciate a whole box of marzipan loaves, but, well, we love marzipan so we think this would be an awesome present. And, you could always use them in your bakes rather than just eat them.

The Crumb kit is a great gift for keen bread bakers. The kit includes a unique sourdough starter - a culture of wild yeasts that will last forever with a little care to make beautiful homemade sourdough bread.

PERCY PIG™ fans will love this pick. This baking set includes everything a budding baker will need to create the perfect fluffy cupcakes, from cake mix to a spatula. Top with party sprinkles and of course Percy Pig™ sweets for the ultimate decoration.