Remember that magical time in 2020 when we were absolutely certain we were destined to be incredible home bakers? We all know how that went … but we've all got that one friend who actually stuck with it. Now they're dabbling in sourdough, binge-watching "The Great British Bake Off," and upstaging everyone at potlucks with their tantalizingly gold loaves!
Help them reach the next level of their baking with these awesome eco-friendly gifts they'll love, but might not consider investing in themselves.
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Lodge 6-Quart Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven
Why It's Cool
Lodge is a big name in cookware for good reason. Perfect for baking sourdough, the company's porcelain enamel on cast iron Dutch ovens are of the "Buy It Once" quality. Plan for this to last through thousands of crusty loaves.
$69.90
Breadtopia Live Sourdough Starter
Why It's Cool
If you're feeling truly bold, consider walking into your local bakery of choice and asking for a bit of sourdough starter. If that doesn't work, plenty of options are available online, like this live sourdough starter from Breadtopia.
$12.95
MasterClass: Apollonia Poilâne Teaches Bread Baking
Why It's Cool
A ticket to Paris may not be in the cards this gifting season, but you can get pretty close with this MasterClass lesson from Apollonia Poilâne, a third-generation baker and CEO of the Parisian bakery Poilâne.
$15/month for MasterClass access
Uashmama Bread Bag & Terracotta Bread Warmer
Why It's Cool
Fresh, warm bread at every meal? Sign us up. This set comes with a washable paper box, a linen bag, and a terracotta warming plate that come in enough colors to suit any of your tablescapes.
$44
Net Zero Co. Silicone Baking Cups
Why It's Cool
Single-use is a drag. Upgrade your favorite baker's muffin or cupcake game with reusable silicone baking cups. Once you've enjoyed your baked treat, just wash and reuse.
$12.79
Amazon Basics Silicone, Non-Stick, Food Safe Baking Mat
Why It's Cool
Similar to the baking cups, these silicone mats are a long-lasting alternative to parchment paper, a single-use product we can wave goodbye to. Silicone mats provide a safe non-stick surface and last for years, no matter what culinary creations you're whipping up.
$9.59
Hot + Homemade: Focaccia with Marinara Sauce
Why It's Cool
Cooking classes: the gift that keeps on giving. Billed as the perfect class for the "dedicated carbivore," Chef Jannie will teach you to make focaccia and a decadent dipping sauce, too, in this 90-minute virtual lesson.
$30
Fika Feast: Swedish Cardamom Bread
Why It's Cool
Fika — literally, "to have a coffee"; spiritually, to slow down and socialize with something sweet — is a ritual worth honoring. Enjoy this 60-minute class with baker Amy, who will teach you how to make a braided cardamom loaf perfect for your next coffee break.
$59
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