The best Christmas gifts for bakers

Your favourite baker 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. 

Editor Sophie Knight says: "I received one of these for Christmas last year, and thought, 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.

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.

A wooden spoon is always super handy to have in the draw and this one has an extra special star baker touch that will be sure to go down well with loved ones.

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.

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 your baker friend is a vegan, or just a lover of brownies, then they need Cake Or Death in their lives; their vegan brownies are to die for. This special Christmas box of brownies is a real treat; featuring salted caramel, mince pie, and candied orange-flavoured brownies. The fact that they are vegan is beside the point - they are the BEST brownies we have ever tasted. Squidgy with a crunchy top, you can't beat these. You can choose either a box of six or 10. You can also get bake-at-home gingerbread people, too, for £15.

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

The Crumb kit makes a wonderful gift for keen bakers on Christmas, birthdays, or any occasion. 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.

If your loved one wants to take their baking to the next level, then this Artisan baking kit is a great pick. This set includes all the ingredients needed to bake stunning white chocolate and raspberry macarons.